The Dismal Economics of Neglect: Pakistan’s Human Capital Stagnation
Pakistan’s weak human capital development, limited skills training and low private-sector investment in workforce development continue to constrain productivity and economic growth.
Digital Payments Account for 92% of Pakistan’s Retail Transactions in FY26
Digital payments accounted for 92% of Pakistan’s retail transactions in FY2025-26 as digital volumes rose 65% and mobile payments expanded sharply.
QSPL, NADRA Technologies Sign Collaboration for Biometric Verification and Bill Payments
QSPL and NADRA Technologies Ltd. have entered a strategic collaboration covering biometric verification services and a utility bill payment switch.
SECP Sets October 28, 2026 AGM Deadline for June Year-End Companies
SECP has directed companies with June 30, 2026 year-ends to hold AGMs by October 28 and complete annual regulatory filings within 120 days.
Pakistan Plans Compliance Body to Help Exporters Access Global Markets
Pakistan is developing a National Compliance Entity to help exporters meet international standards, regulate auditors and improve access to higher-value markets.
Pakistan Government Authorises Rs220.72bn PSDP Funds in Q1 FY2026-27
Pakistan’s federal government authorised Rs220.721 billion under the Rs1 trillion PSDP allocation during July-September 2026, with Rs61.32 billion spent.
Pakistan Has Fundamentals to Attract Investment, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economic recovery, rising reserves and investor interest provide a foundation for stronger investment.
Pakistan and IFC Discuss Broader Private-Sector Financing and Investment
Pakistan and IFC discuss expanding private-sector financing, investment and long-term capital for SMEs, agriculture, housing, entrepreneurship and infrastructure.
SBP to Launch Pakistan Express Clearing System for Image-Based Cheque Clearing
The State Bank of Pakistan will launch the Pakistan Express Clearing System on October 15, 2026, replacing physical cheque movement with image-based clearing.
NIBAF to Hold Data Analytics and AI Executive Workshop in Karachi on October 8-9
NIBAF Pakistan will conduct a two-day executive workshop on Data Analytics and AI for Professionals at its Karachi Campus on October 8 and 9, 2026.