Dr. Aasim Husain Highlights Root Causes of Pakistan’s Economic Struggles at Pakistan Banking Summit 2025
At the Pakistan Banking Summit 2025, international economist Dr. Aasim Husain dissected the underlying causes of Pakistan’s persistent economic woes, pointing to population pressures, policy lapses, and debt obligations, while stressing that IMF-supported efforts still offer a viable path toward long-term resilience.
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.
Pakistan’s KSE-100 Rebounds with Significant Gains Amidst Global Volatility
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong resurgence today, with its benchmark KSE-100 Index climbing over 600 points, signaling renewed investor confidence despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This positive momentum highlights the resilience of key sectors, including those with significant digital and technological integration, amidst a fluctuating global economic climate.
Pakistan Launches First-Ever 15-Year Zero Coupon Bond, Raises Rs. 1.2 Trillion in Landmark Auction
Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance successfully raised Rs. 1.2 trillion in a landmark government bond auction, including the launch of the country’s first 15-year zero coupon bond, signaling strong investor confidence and financial sector maturity.
SBP Secures Over Rs206 Billion via Floating-Rate PIBs to Steer Liquidity and Borrowing Costs
The State Bank of Pakistan has mobilized over Rs206 billion through its latest auction of 10-year floating-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds, reflecting robust investor interest and continued efforts to regulate domestic liquidity and manage borrowing costs.
PSX Slides After Record High Amid Volatile Session: Index Closes Lower Despite Intraday Surge
The KSE-100 Index closed Thursday’s trading session with a decline despite hitting a record intraday high, as market volatility overshadowed early gains driven by post-budget sentiment and remittance inflows.
Pakistan Banking Summit 2025: PBA Hosts Strategic Dialogue with Fidelity’s Dr. Salman Ahmed on Global Geo-Economic Shifts
At an exclusive post-summit session of the Pakistan Banking Summit 2025, PBA welcomed Dr. Salman Ahmed from Fidelity International to engage banking and policy leaders in a deep dive into global geo-economic shifts and their implications for Pakistan’s future economic direction.
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 Ends on Record High as KSE-100 Soars Over 2,300 Points in Post-Budget Rally
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed Wednesday’s session with the KSE-100 Index reaching a record high, driven by strong sectoral performance and investor confidence following the FY26 budget.
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.