Pakistan Business Confidence Slips to 49.1 in September as Inflation Expectations Rise
Pakistan’s Business Confidence Index fell to 49.1 in September 2026, while purchasing activity improved and business inflation expectations increased, according to the State Bank of Pakistan survey.
FPCCI Criticizes SBP Rate Decision, Calls for Single-Digit Interest Rate to Support Industry
FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh has criticized SBP’s decision to keep the policy rate at 11.5%, calling for lower borrowing costs to support businesses, manufacturing and exports.
ICMA Organizes Students’ Industry Visit To Kruddson For Practical Industry Exposure
ICMA organized a students’ industry visit to Kruddson on September 3, 2026, providing practical exposure to manufacturing, costing, auditing, and management practices.
Pakistan Govt, Silk Road Fund Discuss Investment Opportunities In Energy And Infrastructure
Pakistan and China’s Silk Road Fund discuss investment opportunities in energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and privatization as Islamabad seeks greater international investment.
IFC Approves $20 Million Loan For Novatex To Support Pakistan’s Packaging Industry
The International Finance Corporation has approved up to $20 million in financing for Novatex Limited to fund raw materials and equipment imports, support export-oriented industries and expand recycled PET production in Pakistan.
APTMA Submits Bold Budget Proposals to Scrap Super Tax and Revive Textile Export Competitiveness
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association urges the government to reduce taxes and duties in the FY2026-27 budget to save the struggling textile industry from collapse.
Pakistan Fan Industry Accelerates Energy Efficient DC Fan Manufacturing to Boost Regional Exports
Local manufacturers in Gujrat and Gujranwala coordinate with federal ministers to scale DC fan production and target Middle Eastern and African markets.