RUDA and easypaisa Digital Bank Partner to Transform 93 Villages into Cashless Hubs
Ravi Urban Development Authority and easypaisa digital bank sign MoU to drive financial inclusion and establish Ravi City as a model for the Prime Minister’s Cashless Pakistan Scheme.
CDNS Mobilizes Rs1 Trillion Inflows as National Savings Near Annual Target
Central Directorate of National Savings records Rs1 trillion in savings inflows for FY2025-26, achieving over 76 percent of its annual target amid institutional reforms.
SBP Appoints Ghulam Muhammad as Executive Director of Islamic Finance Group
State Bank of Pakistan notifies banks and financial institutions as Ghulam Muhammad takes charge of the Islamic Finance Group effective March 18, 2026.
IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Request to Freeze 15% Gas Levy on Captive Power
The IMF denies Pakistan’s proposal to exempt efficient industrial units from the 15% gas levy, insisting on higher costs to push industries toward the national grid.
Federal Constitutional Court Issues Notices in FBR Review of Income Support Levy
The newly formed Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) takes up FBR’s review petitions regarding the Income Support Levy Act, 2013, following the 27th Amendment.
Rising Petrol Prices Drive Shift Toward PHEVs and REEVs in Pakistan SUV Market
Chery Master Pakistan Director Syed Asif Ahmed explains how Rs320+ petrol prices make Plug-in Hybrids and REEVs the most economical choice for SUV owners.
SBP Increases Loan Limit for Mera Ghar – Mera Ashiana Housing Scheme to Rs10 Million
The federal government and State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) expand the “Mera Ghar – Mera Ashiana” scheme, raising the loan limit to Rs10m and eligible house size to 10 Marla.
SECP Proposes Landmark Public Offering Reforms to Bridge Partnership Firms and Capital Markets
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan unveils changes to Public Offering Regulations 2017 allowing LLPs and AoPs to use pre-conversion track records for IPOs.
Salaried Class Tax Contribution Hits Rs365 Billion Outpacing Elite Sectors
FBR data reveals Pakistan salaried individuals paid Rs365 billion in taxes during July-February FY26, significantly more than retailers, real estate, and exporters.
Foreign Investor Profit Repatriation Surges 10 Percent to $1.73 Billion
SBP data shows foreign firms repatriated $1.73 billion in profits during 8MFY26, with the power and financial sectors leading outflows to the UK and China.