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KARACHI: The cement sector in Pakistan experienced significant growth in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, as reported by a sample of eight companies. The sector saw a substantial 56% year-on-year increase in standalone earnings, driven by a 17% ...

KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan released updated figures for the weighted average customer exchange rates, reflecting a period of relative stabilization amid ongoing market fluctuations. The report from the Domestic Markets and Monetary Management...

KARACHI: Engro Polymer and Chemicals Limited (EPCL) held its analyst briefing today, presenting an overview of its financial performance for the first nine months of the calendar year 2025. The company reported a net loss of PkR3.5 billion, a signific...

Karachi: The stock market experienced notable volatility this week, influenced by geopolitical tensions and economic developments. Despite an initial decline due to border tensions with Afghanistan, the market rebounded sharply by 4,900 points in the ...

Karachi: Bank Alfalah Limited (BAFL) held a corporate analyst briefing today, outlining its financial performance and future strategies. The bank reported a significant decline in quarterly profit, with a 53% year-on-year drop to Rs6.16 billion, trans...

Karachi: The Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan released new data on October 31, 2025, revealing significant movements in currency exchange rates. According to the association, the US dollar saw a buying rate of 281.45 PKR and a selling rate o...

Karachi: Pakistan's listed banks reported an 8% year-on-year increase in profitability, reaching Rs170 billion in the third quarter of 2025. The growth was primarily driven by a 6% rise in Net Interest Income (NII), led by United Bank Limited (UBL), N...