Pakistan prepares to debut Panda Bond with ADB backing
Pakistan is preparing to launch its first-ever Panda Bond with support from the Asian Development Bank, marking a milestone in tapping Chinese capital markets. The move reflects growing international confidence in Pakistan’s economic reforms and will be backed by expanded ADB cooperation in climate resilience, infrastructure, and financial sector development.
SECP Launches Capital Market Development Fund to Boost Investor Literacy and Market Growth
SECP has operationalized the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF) with contributions from PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX to enhance financial literacy, expand outreach, and strengthen Pakistan’s capital markets through investor education and capacity building.
Finance Minister lauds SBP and banks for record SME and agriculture lending growth in FY25
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has praised the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks for achieving robust growth in SME and agriculture financing during FY25, highlighting their critical role in driving inclusive economic growth.
Late-Session Profit-Taking Drags PSX into Negative Territory Despite Strong Opening
The Pakistan Stock Exchange saw a sharp reversal on Thursday as late profit-taking erased early gains, with the KSE-100 Index falling over 250 points amid cautious investor sentiment following post-budget warnings and global market unease.
KSE-100 Index Surges to Record High Following FY26 Budget Announcement
The KSE-100 index hit a new all-time high following the announcement of Pakistan’s FY26 federal budget. Strong investor sentiment, favorable tax measures, and growth-oriented targets fueled a market-wide rally.
Pakistan’s Stock Market Surges Over 800 Points on Eve of Federal Budget Announcement
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a significant rally as the KSE-100 index climbed over 800 points. The surge is attributed to investor optimism surrounding the federal budget for fiscal year 2025-26, which is expected to outline key economic policies and potential benefits for various sectors.
Pakistan’s Economic Survey 2024-25 Reveals Gradual Recovery, Focus on Stability and Reform
Pakistan’s Economic Survey 2024-25 reveals a 2.7% GDP growth, missed targets, and outlines policy shifts in debt management, tax reforms, remittance growth, and digital economic transformation, setting the stage for the FY2025-26 budget.