Electric Bike Demand Surges in Pakistan as Commuters Pivot to Battery Power
High fuel prices drive a massive shift toward electric motorcycles in Pakistan with delivery riders and students leading the transition to e-mobility.
PIDE Warns Pakistan Economy Faces Severe Risk from Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
A study by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics reveals that a disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could drive Pakistan’s inflation above 12% and destabilize external accounts.
Pakistan Automobile Industry Faces Critical Shift as Hybrid Tax Review Looms
The federal government evaluates a major tax hike on hybrid vehicles in the 2026 budget, potentially raising sales tax from 8.5% to 18% and reshaping the auto market.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Rejects Massive Fuel Price Hike to Provide Eid Relief
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declines a proposed increase in petroleum prices, absorbing a 45 billion rupee cost to shield consumers from inflation before Eid.
Pakistan International Flights Plunge 50 Percent as Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Air Space
Pakistan’s aviation sector faces a massive contraction in March 2026, with international departures dropping by 49.3% due to regional airspace closures and conflict.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Assures Stable Fuel Supply Amid Regional Tensions
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirms the government has absorbed a 69 billion rupee burden to stabilize fuel prices and is preparing a targeted relief package.
President Zardari Approves Major Legislative Reforms and National Awards for 2026
President Asif Ali Zardari signs a comprehensive legislative package covering citizenship, media, and housing reforms alongside special Eid remissions for prisoners.
Pakistan Banking Spreads Narrow as Lending Rates Drop to 11 Percent in February 2026
State Bank of Pakistan data shows a sharp decline in weighted average lending rates to 11.02% as banking spreads contract to 5.98% amid shifting monetary conditions.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Imposes Rs200 Levy Hike on Luxury High-Octane Fuel
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif increases the levy on high-octane fuel to Rs300 per litre, targeting luxury vehicles to fund public relief and reduce economic pressure.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Pledges Global Economic Integration and Trade Balance at Beijing Forum
Premier Li Qiang outlines China’s strategy to increase high-quality imports and achieve trade equilibrium amid shifting global dynamics and rising surpluses.