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Karachi: Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are planning to expand their Risk-Participation Facility to $400 million from the current $200 million, aiming to enhance access to trade finance for local busin...

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Karachi: Ismail Industries Limited has been assigned preliminary ratings by PACRA, reflecting its strategic growth and financial performance. The company, known for its brands including Candyland and Bisconni, has a stable outlook with long-term and s...

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Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan saw a significant decrease on Wednesday, with the cost of gold per tola and per 10 grams both registering declines. The international gold market also experienced a downturn, contributing to the local price adjustments...

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Lahore: Exhibitions play a crucial role in fostering trade, innovation, and economic growth by providing a platform for businesses to present their products, services, and innovations. This was emphasized by Mian Abuzar Shad, President of the Lahore C...

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Karachi: The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) has announced the launch of the Pakistan Banking Summit 2025 (PBS'25), a significant industry-led event scheduled for February 24 and 25, 2025, in Karachi. The summit is expected to gather over 1,000 repre...

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Karachi: VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has announced an upgrade in the short-term entity rating of Sazgar Engineering Works Limited, elevating it from 'A/A2' to 'A/A1'. The upgrade signals a strong likelihood of timely repayment for short-term obl...

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Karachi: The upcoming fourth-quarter financial results for Pakistan's banks are anticipated to show a year-over-year decrease in core income, primarily due to a contraction in net interest margins (NIMs) and increased taxation. This is expected to ove...

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