Karachi: Zindigi, a platform powered by JS Bank, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) to advance the digital transformation of Pakistan's business sector. This collaboration...
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PM Satisfied with 1% Reduction in Policy Rate
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over one percent reduction in policy rate announced by the State Bank of Pakistan: In a statement, he said the one percent cut down in the policy rate is a welcoming step for business...
Read More »PM Satisfied with 1% Reduction in Policy Rate
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over one percent reduction in policy rate announced by the State Bank of Pakistan: In a statement, he said the one percent cut down in the policy rate is a welcoming step for business...
Read More »VIS Reaffirms Ratings for NRSP Microfinance Bank Limited
Karachi: VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has reaffirmed the entity ratings of NRSP Microfinance Bank Limited at 'A-/A2'. The medium to long-term rating of 'A-' signifies good credit quality with adequate protection factors, although risk factors cou...
Read More »At-Tahur Limited Receives ‘A1’ Preliminary Rating for New Short Term Sukuk
Karachi: VIS Credit Rating Company Limited (VIS) has assigned an 'A1 (plim)' preliminary rating to At-Tahur Limited's proposed Short Term Sukuk (STS). This rating underscores a strong likelihood of timely repayment of short-term obligations, backed by...
Read More »Karachi Chamber Criticizes Modest Interest Rate Cut Amidst Low Inflation
KARACHI: The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed disappointment over the State Bank of Pakistan's recent decision to reduce the policy interest rate by 1 percent, bringing it down to 11 percent. The chamber's president, Muham...
Read More »UNISAME Issues Preparedness Checklist for Pakistan’s SMEs
KARACHI: The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) has released a detailed checklist aimed at enhancing the preparedness of SME units across Pakistan. The initiative, led by UNISAME President Zulfikar Thaver, underscores the necessity for sm...
Read More »PCDMA Fights Back Against New Tax Ordinance, Urges Reversal
KARACHI: The Pakistan Chemicals and Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) has voiced strong objections to the Income Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, labeling it as an unfair imposition. The association is calling on President Asif Ali Zardari and th...
Read More »KATI Rejects New Tax Ordinance, Citing Economic Harm
Karachi: The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has firmly opposed the newly enacted Tax Ordinance 2025, claiming it is anti-business, unconstitutional, and harmful to investment prospects. Junaid Naqi, President of KATI, criticized the ...
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