Foreign Investors Repatriate $1.56bn from Pakistan in 6MFY26 as Outflows Rise 27%
Foreign investors repatriated $1.56bn in profits and dividends from Pakistan during 6MFY26, up 27.16% YoY, led by the financial and power sectors, according to SBP data.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Discuss Economic Partnership and Investment Opportunities at WEF 2026
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb meets Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan at WEF 2026 to discuss Pakistan’s economic outlook, investment cooperation, and ongoing reforms.
Pakistan Stock Market Ends Week Lower Amid Profit-Taking, Tariff Uncertainty, and Weak Earnings
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended the week on a cautious note as the KSE-100 Index slipped 502 points or 0.31% week-on-week, weighed down by profit-taking, regulatory uncertainty following NEPRA’s tariff revisions, and weak corporate earnings. Despite the decline, strong treasury performance and a current account surplus provided some macroeconomic stability.
Pakistan Greenlights UAE-Backed Bid for First Women Bank Limited Privatization, Boosting Foreign Investment Confidence
Pakistan has approved a UAE-backed bid for the privatization of First Women Bank Limited, marking a major step in its economic reform and privatization agenda to attract foreign investment and strengthen investor confidence.
Exports and Remittances Strengthen Pakistan’s External Sector Stability in FY2026
Pakistan’s external account shows resilience in FY2026 as export performance and rising remittance inflows sustain a stable current account, despite growing imports and modest foreign investment inflows.
Sindh Chief Minister Courts Saudi Investors for Strategic Energy and Agriculture Partnerships
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has invited Saudi companies to invest in energy, agriculture, infrastructure, and logistics sectors, highlighting strategic opportunities aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s economic growth priorities.
Pakistan Unveils $28 Billion Investment Pipeline for Visiting Saudi Delegation
Pakistan has pitched over $28 billion worth of investment opportunities to a visiting Saudi delegation, covering energy, IT, mining, agriculture, and tourism sectors, in an effort to attract foreign capital and strengthen economic cooperation with Riyadh.
Pakistan Moves Closer to Privatisation of First Women Bank with Reference Price Recommendation
Pakistan moves forward with the privatisation of First Women Bank as the Privatisation Commission Board recommends a reference price to the Cabinet Committee, paving the way for a potential G2G deal with the UAE and signaling renewed investor confidence.
Pakistan Shares Extensive Economic Data with Saudi Delegation to Bolster Investment Ties
Pakistan has shared detailed economic data, including its IMF programme and external debt structure, with a high-level Saudi delegation to enhance trade and investment cooperation between the two countries.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb updates German envoy on IMF review and investment opportunities
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb briefed German Ambassador Ina Lepel on Pakistan’s IMF review mission, economic progress, and investment opportunities, reaffirming commitment to strengthen bilateral trade and cooperation.