Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to maintain its policy rate at 11%, citing a weakened macroeconomic outlook due to ongoing floods. The bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) views this decision as crucial for ensuring price stabi...
Read More »Muslim Leaders Unite in Condemnation of Israeli Actions and Urge Collective Response
Doha: Condemnations from the Muslim world mounted on Monday as Qatar hosted an emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha, where state leaders condemned Israel's strike on Hamas negotiators in Doha. According to TRTworld.com, the summit witnessed Qatari ...
Read More »Ricky Hatton, Former World Boxing Champion, Dies at 46
London: Ricky Hatton, the renowned former world boxing champion, has passed away at the age of 46. Known for his tenacity in the ring and charismatic personality, Hatton's death marks a significant loss in the sports world. Details surrounding his pas...
Read More »Interest Rate Unchanged: Business Leader Expresses Disappointment**
Islamabad: Mian Zahid Hussain, a prominent business leader and former government official, voiced his frustration over the State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) decision to maintain its policy interest rate at 11%. He argues that the current rate hinders eco...
Read More »State Bank Maintains Policy Rate Amidst Flood Concerns**
Islamabad: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has held its benchmark interest rate steady at 11% amidst the ongoing floods, a decision consistent with market anticipations. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), in its statement, acknowledged a slight wor...
Read More »Bestway Cement Sees 73% Profit Surge in FY25 Despite Market Challenges
Islamabad: Bestway Cement Limited (BWCL) announced a significant 73% year-over-year increase in profit for the fiscal year 2025, reaching PkR23.9 billion (EPS: PkR40.0), compared to PkR13.8 billion (EPS: PkR23.1) in FY24. This substantial growth comes...
Read More »SECP Salary Scandal: Rs 41 Billion Irregularities Unchecked, Chairman Seeks Extension Amidst Public Outrage
Islamabad: Investigations into a staggering Rs 41 billion financial scandal at the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) are reportedly stalling, raising serious concerns about accountability and institutional impunity. Despite the Aud...
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