Pakistan Urged to Target Middle Eastern Markets to Boost Exports
Saif Ur Rehman has called for stronger trade ties with Middle Eastern countries, simpler export procedures, lower production costs and improved banking facilities to increase Pakistan’s exports.
Pakistan Takes Lead of Borrowers’ Platform at World Bank-IMF Meetings 2026
Pakistan has assumed chairmanship of the Borrowers’ Platform for 2026–27, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlining priorities for debt management, economic reforms and development financing.
SBP Reserves Rise $15 Million to $21.454 Billion in October 2026
State Bank of Pakistan foreign exchange reserves increased by $15 million to $21.454 billion in the week ended October 2, while total liquid reserves reached $26.798 billion.
Pakistan Textile Firms’ Profits Rise 66% to Rs20.2bn in FY26
Pakistan’s three major listed textile companies recorded a 66% increase in combined net profit to Rs20.2 billion in FY26, supported by higher exports, improved gross margins, lower financing costs and reduced effective taxation.
WTO Lifts Global Trade Forecast as Pakistan Benefits from Shipping and IT Exports
The World Trade Organization has raised its 2026 global merchandise trade growth forecast to 3.9%, highlighting Pakistan’s gains in sea freight services and computer services exports amid changing global shipping routes and rising artificial intelligence investment.
NEPRA Electricity Price Increase of Rs1.1086 Per Unit in October 2026
NEPRA has approved a Rs1.1086 per unit fuel cost adjustment for August electricity consumption, with the increase reflected in October 2026 bills for eligible consumers.
Pakistan Weighs Political Risk Guarantees to Attract Investors for Discos
Pakistan is considering political risk guarantees and regulatory reforms to attract local and foreign investors for the privatisation of electricity distribution companies.
Quantum Data Technologies Clears Banking Debt After Settling Bank of Punjab and Habib Metropolitan Liabilities
Quantum Data Technologies has fully settled its banking liabilities with Bank of Punjab and Habib Metropolitan Bank, leaving the company debt-free and ready to pursue new business and technology opportunities.
ECC Approves Rs41bn Grants for USC Closure, Thar Coal Rail and FBR Reforms
Pakistan’s Economic Coordination Committee has approved around Rs41 billion in supplementary grants for government projects, including Utility Stores Corporation closure, Thar coal rail connectivity, FBR transformation, election preparations and SME financing.
PSHL Acquires 25.42% Stake in Asia Insurance Company Limited
Private Stock Holding Limited has completed the acquisition of 18.56 million shares, representing a 25.42% stake in Asia Insurance Company Limited, from InsuResilience Investment Fund following prior approval from SECP.