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.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Slips Ahead of Federal Budget Announcement
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed slightly lower ahead of Eid holidays and the upcoming 2025 federal budget, with investors showing caution amid expectations of fiscal policy announcements.
Pakistan Banking Summit Reunites Thought Leaders to Address Global Shifts and Strategic Direction
Top banking and policy leaders gathered at a follow-up session of the Pakistan Banking Summit with Dr. Salman Ahmed from Fidelity International to discuss Pakistan’s strategic response to shifting global dynamics, focusing on hard power and geo-economic trends.
HBL Manufacturing PMI Drops to 8-Month Low in May Amid Geopolitical Disruptions and Supply Chain Pressures
Pakistan’s manufacturing sector saw a slowdown in May as HBL’s Manufacturing PMI dropped to 51.1, its lowest in eight months, due to geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, despite growing optimism for future output.