Top Stories
- Pakistan clears $3.45 billion UAE debt as SBP makes final $1 billion payment
- SBP eases import financing rules for oil and LNG amid geopolitical crisis
- PM orders full transition to electric buses and motorcycles
- PM Shehbaz thanks Trump for extending Iran ceasefire, urges progress in talks
- Trump extends Iran ceasefire on Pakistan request as talks hang in balance
- Saudi Arabia completes $3 billion deposit with Pakistan central bank
FINANCE
- Pakistan forex reserves rise to $20.63 billion: SBP
- Pakistan eyes fresh investment boom after Eurobond success
- Pakistan upsizes Eurobond issuance to $750 million amid surge in global demand
- Pakistan sees $1.83 billion profit repatriation by foreign investors
- Aurangzeb seeks faster Panda bond approval in talks with China central bank
- Pakistan receives $2bn Saudi inflow ahead of UAE repayment
NATIONAL
- Weekly inflation falls 0.33% as food prices ease, SPI data shows
- Sindh declares May 1 public holiday for Labour Day
- SBP launches crop loan insurance scheme plus (CLIS+) to strengthen farmer protection
- Govt employees eligible for electric bikes under easy installment scheme
- Sindh plans Karachi Circular Railway mega project to ease traffic woes
- PM Shehbaz urges climate action on Earth Day, calls for global cooperation
MONEY & BANKING
- SBP expected to maintain 10.50% rate as inflation pressures ease
- SBP launches crop loan insurance scheme plus (CLIS+) to strengthen farmer protection
- Meezan Bank profit slightly declines in Q1 2026 as costs rise
- Pakistan rupee gains against US dollar on strong foreign inflows
- Rupee seen stable next week on Saudi inflows, surplus support
- Huawei Technologies, PVARA discuss cybersecurity for digital assets
TAXATION
- KTBA raises voice for high earners amid FBR super tax surcharge action
- FBR announces mega vehicle auction in Peshawar with dozens of confiscated cars up for bidding
- NCCPL sets April 30 deadline for March capital gains tax payment
- Sindh partners with banks to digitise property transfer tax collection
- FBR slashes property valuation rates in five cities to boost real estate activity
- SNGPL clarifies disputed tax demand, says no financial impact
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Murree Brewery profit jumps to Rs2.69 billion, declares higher dividend
- Pakistan launches high-tech fisheries research hub to boost blue economy
- Retailers bleed Rs200 billion in just 15 days over early shop closure
- Budget 2026–27: Khurram Ijaz calls for bold steps to boost exports
- KCCI condemns shooting of Karachi industrialist, cites security fears
- SECP orders firms to disclose ultimate beneficial ownership
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- Daily gold and silver prices in Pakistan: April 24, 2026
- Gold prices in Pakistan continue downward trajectory, drop Rs2,900 per tola
- PSX shows resilience despite global turmoil from US-Iran conflict: SECP
- KSE-100 index falls 1.4% as Strait of Hormuz fears trigger market sell-off
- NCCPL sets April 30 deadline for March capital gains tax payment
- Today’s gold and silver prices in Pakistan: April 23, 2026
AUTOMOTIVE
- Tesla reports 16% revenue growth in Q1 2026 as profits and deliveries rise
- Govt employees eligible for electric bikes under easy installment scheme
- PM Shehbaz orders faster EV adoption to cut Pakistan’s fuel import bill
- Pak Suzuki Announces Launch Date for Suzuki Fronx Hybrid in Pakistan
- Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV vs Jaecoo J7 PHEV: What Pakistani Buyers Need to Know
- Inverex Launches XIO 140 Gen 2.0 Black Edition in Pakistan with Early Delivery Offer
IT & TELECOM
- Google Releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel
- Zong Offers Old Phone Exchange for New Samsung 5G Devices
- Nothing Phone 4a, 4a Pro Now Available at Jazz Experience Centers
- PTA Blocks Websites Selling Unauthorized Medicines On DRAP Request
- Apple May Delay iPhone 18 Launch With Downgraded Hardware
- FBR raises customs values for used imported mobile phones
CURRENCY RATES
- SBP releases KIBOR rates: Slight mixed movements ahead of monetary policy decision
- Latest Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: April 24, 2026
- Bitcoin holds near $77,800 despite weekly gains, annual drop persists
- Bitcoin rallies near $79,000 after Trump extends Iran ceasefire
- Bitcoin dips amid uncertainty over Iran-US talks
- SBP releases interbank exchange rates as rupee shows mixed movement
ENTERTAINMENT
- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce keep wedding location secret ahead of ceremony
- Meghan Markle cuts back freebies in As Ever gift strategy shift
- Are Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber working on a surprise duet?
- Anne Hathaway confirms active development of ‘Princess Diaries 3’ amid high anticipation
- Victoria Beckham says family unity helps her and David Beckham face public scrutiny
- Kanye West Italy concert faces cancellation pressure amid backlash
SPORTS
- Bangladesh defeat New Zealand 2-1 in ODI series after 55-run win in Chattogram
- Karachi Kings beat Lahore Qalandars in PSL 11 encounter
- Hyderabad Kingsmen chase 214 to beat Multan Sultans in PSL run-fest
- Lahore Qalandars edge Quetta Gladiators in last-over PSL thriller
- Bangladesh add Tanzim Hasan Sakib for series decider against New Zealand
- Arbeloa targets perfect finish as Real Madrid seek redemption
JUST IN
- SBP releases KIBOR rates: Slight mixed movements ahead of monetary policy decision
- Daily gold and silver prices in Pakistan: April 24, 2026
- Gold prices in Pakistan continue downward trajectory, drop Rs2,900 per tola
- SBP expected to maintain 10.50% rate as inflation pressures ease
- Pakistan clears $3.45 billion UAE debt as SBP makes final $1 billion payment
- Weekly inflation falls 0.33% as food prices ease, SPI data shows