Global Oil Prices Increase Following Investor Skepticism Surrounding United States Iran Peace Talks
Brent and WTI crude futures experience upward adjustments but face overall weekly losses as structural disagreements over maritime corridors and nuclear stockpiles persist.
SBP Lending Survey Reveals Sharp Contraction in Credit Demand Amid Economic Pressures
The central bank latest quarterly lending survey shows a significant decline in loan demand and applications alongside rising borrowing cost expectations.
Modest Growth in SBP Reserves: A Critical Juncture for Pakistan’s Digital Economy
The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) foreign exchange reserves saw a marginal increase of $46 million, reaching $11.721 billion for the week ending June 13. This modest rise leaves a significant gap against the central bank’s $14 billion target for June 30, raising questions about immediate economic stability and potential implications for the burgeoning digital finance sector.