TOP STORIES
- FBR to issue complete report of taxpayer audit
FBR requires Inland Revenue officers to document audit observations and findings after considering taxpayers’ explanations. - FBR resets property tax collection with flat-rate advance taxes
FBR reduces advance tax rates on property sales and purchases, replacing higher slab-based rates with lower flat rates under the Finance Act, 2026. - FBR tightens capital gains tax rules for foreign currency accounts
FBR revises capital gains tax provisions for securities held through foreign currency and non-resident accounts, strengthening tax collection requirements. - Pakistan fuel shock deepens as petrol rises Rs21.88 in three days
Petrol prices have surged by Rs21.88 per litre in three days, while high-speed diesel has risen by Rs14.62 amid renewed global oil market volatility.
FINANCE
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb, ACCA discuss SME growth and IT skills
Pakistan and ACCA explore cooperation in workforce development, digital transformation, IT services, and improved financing opportunities for SMEs. - Pakistan, Gates Foundation agree to deepen development cooperationTalks focus on health, human capital, financial inclusion, digital innovation and SME financing
- Pakistan expands affordable financing for SMEs, farmers and EV buyersFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reviews progress on SME, agriculture, housing and electric vehicle financing initiatives.
- Finance Division expands rules for civil servants taking special-pay posts
Finance Division brings contractual positions within the framework for federal civil servants appointed to Special Pay Scales and other senior roles in public-sector organisations.
NATIONAL
- Weekly SPI inflation rises 0.23% as fuel prices increase
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased 0.23% for the week ended September 10, 2026, mainly driven by higher petroleum and essential food prices. - Rabi-us-Sani crescent likely visible in Pakistan on September 12
SUPARCO says the Rabi-us-Sani 1448 AH crescent is expected to be visible to the naked eye in coastal areas, subject to clear weather. - Today’s fuel prices in Pakistan on September 11, 2026
Pakistan raises petrol and high-speed diesel prices from September 11 amid continued global oil market volatility and the new daily pricing mechanism. - Pakistan fuel shock deepens as petrol rises Rs21.88 in three daysPetrol prices have surged by Rs21.88 per litre in three days, while high-speed diesel has risen by Rs14.62 amid renewed global oil market volatility.
TAXATION
- FBR to issue complete report of taxpayer auditFBR requires Inland Revenue officers to document audit observations and findings after considering taxpayers’ explanations.
- FBR mandates sales tax invoices for exempt suppliesRegistered persons must now issue invoices for taxable and exempt supplies, including advance receipts, under the amended Sales Tax Act.
- FBR explains faceless sales tax assessment regime for Tax Year 2027
The new regime will separate taxpayers from tax officials during assessment, audit and related proceedings through a National Faceless Centre. - FBR empowered to increase or reduce sales tax adjustment ratio
The FBR can now adjust the input tax adjustment ratio based on taxpayers’ compliance with digital invoicing, POS and other electronic systems.
MONEY & BANKING
- Pakistan’s digital payment merchants cross 2 million mark
Active digital payment merchants have reached 2.03 million, surpassing the government’s June 2026 target amid efforts to expand Raast QR adoption and financial inclusion. - Private sector repays over Rs370bn in bank loans in first two months of FY27
Private-sector borrowers repay around Rs370 billion in bank loans during July-August 2026, signalling greater caution amid higher interest rates and economic uncertainty. - Pakistan workers’ remittances rise 15% to $7.29bn in 2MFY27
Workers’ remittances reached $7.29 billion in July-August 2026, with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the UK and the US remaining major sources of inflows. - SBP launches women microfinance credit guarantee facility with 25% first-loss coverThe new facility provides banks and DFIs with first-loss guarantees of up to 25% to expand financing for women-led microenterprises and improve access to institutional funding.
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Private sector repays over Rs370bn in bank loans in first two months of FY27Private-sector borrowers repay around Rs370 billion in bank loans during July-August 2026, signalling greater caution amid higher interest rates and economic uncertainty.
- BOI minister says $18bn reserves cover three months of imports
Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh says Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have reached around $18 billion, providing import cover for approximately three months. - Pakistan expands export financing to boost global competitiveness
Government raises export finance limits and launches long-term funding facility to support SMEs, new exporters and industrial modernization. - Pakistan-Africa Economic Council to launch new trade platform
PAEC will connect Pakistani businesses, investors and entrepreneurs with project-based opportunities across African markets.
AUTOMOTIVE
- GAC Pakistan to launch Aion ES sedan at PAPS 2026
GAC Pakistan is set to introduce its new Aion ES sedan at the Pakistan Auto Show 2026 in Lahore, adding another electric sedan to its growing local lineup. - Kia Pakistan expected to reveal new generation Kia Stonic in Pakistan: Launch date revealed
Kia Pakistan has teased a new vehicle for September 18 at PAPS 2026, with the new-generation Stonic emerging as a strong possibility. - Jetour Pakistan issues booking and payment advisory for customers
Jetour Pakistan has urged customers to make booking payments only through the company’s official bank account to ensure a safe and secure transaction process. - Chery Q third generation booking opens in Pakistan at Rs1.5 MillionChery Master Pakistan has officially started pre-bookings for the upcoming Chery Q Third Generation, while full vehicle details remain undisclosed.
IT & TELECOM
- iPhone 18 Pro battery capacities revealed by EU energy labels
Apple’s newly published EU Energy Labels reveal the battery capacities of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, including a significant increase for the larger model. - KSE-100 gains 1,646 points as oil prices ease
Pakistan’s benchmark index recovered from early losses after a retreat in crude oil prices improved investor sentiment amid easing concerns over regional energy disruptions. - Pakistan cuts smartphone import duties as premium handset charges fall
Pakistan reduces regulatory and additional customs duties on imported mobile phones for FY2026-27, with premium smartphones receiving the largest cut. - Oppo Find X10 to feature dual 200MP cameras
Find X10 Pro Max will offer three 200MP cameras, OpenGate video and Blackmagic Camera integration