Reko Diq Project Set to Boost Development and Pakistan-Canada Ties, Says PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the Reko Diq project, led by Barrick Gold, will drive development in Pakistan and strengthen economic cooperation with Canada, highlighting joint mining ventures and bilateral ties.
Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab Added to MSCI Frontier Markets Index
In the November 2025 MSCI Index Review, Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab have been included in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index, highlighting Pakistan’s growing representation in global frontier market equities and attracting potential foreign investment.
IMF Expected to Approve $1.2bn Disbursement for Pakistan by Early December, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Pakistan is likely to secure a $1.2bn IMF tranche by early December 2025, according to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, following a successful staff-level agreement and progress on economic reforms and digital tax monitoring.
Punjab announces tax-free Saudi Industrial Estate to boost Gulf investment
Punjab has unveiled a tax-free Special Saudi Industrial Estate to attract Gulf investment and enhance Pakistan-Saudi economic cooperation, offering major incentives and a fast-track investment framework.
ADB Warns of Policy Risks as Pakistan Faces Fragile Growth Outlook
The Asian Development Bank has cautioned that Pakistan’s economic recovery remains fragile, highlighting risks of policy slippage, weak investment, and heavy taxation, despite official claims of stabilization.
Pakistan Finance Minister Confirms $1.3 Billion Eurobond Payment Commitment Following $500 Million Settlement
Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb assures successful repayment of the $1.3 billion Eurobond due in April 2026 following a $500 million settlement, citing economic reforms, strong remittances, and stable markets as key confidence drivers.
SECP Registers 3,278 New Companies in August With IT Sector Driving Growth
SECP registered 3,278 new companies in August 2025, with IT and e-commerce leading incorporations. Nearly all registrations were processed digitally, bringing the total to 265,587 companies nationwide.
Foreign Investors Repatriate $2.22 Billion in Profits from Pakistan in FY25: SBP Report
The State Bank of Pakistan reported $2.22 billion in profit repatriation by foreign investors for FY25, reflecting sustained activity in manufacturing and energy sectors, while financial sector returns declined. The figures highlight investor confidence and are monitored under SBP’s broader external account management framework.
SECP Sets New Record with 3,609 Company Registrations in May 2025
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) hit a new record in May 2025 by registering over 3,600 companies in a single month, driven by digital transformation and investor confidence.
PSX Soars to Historic High with 1,600-Point Surge as ADB Approves $800 Million for Pakistan
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed at a record-breaking 120,450 points after gaining nearly 1,600 points in a single day. The rally comes as the Asian Development Bank approves an $800 million financing package for Pakistan, boosting investor confidence and market momentum.