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IT Export Surge — Pakistan Economy June 2026
The latest data from the government indicates that Pakistan's services exports have experienced a significant surge, driven primarily by the information...
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Petrol Hits Rs. 373 & May CPI Rises to 11.7% — Pakistan June 2026
OGRA cuts petrol by Rs. 4 to Rs. 373.78/litre effective June 6, while Pakistan's May 2026 CPI inflation rises to 11.7% year-on-year — its highest since June 2024 — driven by transport and housing costs.
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PM Vows to Tax Informal Economy — Pakistan Economy June 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that the government is taking measures to bring the informal economy into the tax net in the upcoming budget. ...
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Record Remittances $4.3B & IMF Cash Arrives — Pakistan June 2026
Pakistan receives record $4.3 billion in May remittances — the highest monthly inflow ever — as IMF releases $1.1B disbursement under the EFF, pushing total forex reserves to $22.7B.
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Oil Industry Protests Windfall Tax — Pakistan Economy June 2026
The oil industry in Pakistan has come out strongly against the proposed windfall tax in the upcoming budget, citing concerns over the impact on their...
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NA Summons Budget Sessions — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has summoned separate sessions of the National Assembly and the Senate on June 5 to discuss the federal...
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US Strikes Rattle Energy — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The recent US military strikes on Iran have sent shockwaves through the energy markets, causing oil prices to rebound to $100. This development has...
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PSX Surges 2,800 Points — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's (PSX) benchmark index began the week on a strong note, gaining 2,800 points during early trading. According to Dawn...
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Cooling Appliances Demand Surges — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The demand for cooling appliances such as refrigerators and deep freezers has surged in the run-up to Eidul Azha, despite the rising cost of living in...
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Petrol Price Cut: Rs6 Relief for — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The government's decision to reduce petrol and high-speed diesel prices by Rs6 and Rs6.80 per litre, respectively, is a welcome move that is expected to...
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IMF Visit Ends: Pakistan Talks — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission visiting Pakistan has concluded talks with authorities, focusing on economic developments, fiscal plans for ...
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Rs3.5tr Development Plan: Economy Boost — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The government is scheduling meetings of the Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) and the National Economic Council (NEC) in the first week of June...
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Oil Price Surge: UAE Drone Attack Impact — Pakistan Economy May 2026
Oil prices have touched a two-week high after a drone attack on a UAE nuclear power plant The attack has raised concerns about the stability of the...
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Industrial Electrification: 36% — Pakistan Economy May 2026
Pakistan can reduce energy expenditure by 36% through industrial electrification Greenhouse gas emissions can be cut by over 50% by 2050 Gas-reliant...
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IMF Highlights Gulf Exposure — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has identified Pakistan's economic exposure to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as its most acute external...
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India Hikes Gold Duties — Pakistan Economy May 2026
India increases gold and silver import tariffs to support the rupee and foreign reserves The move aims to reduce gold imports financed through dollars,...
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Oil Rises $4: Trump Rejects Iran — Pakistan Economy May 2026
Oil prices rallied on Monday, after US President Donald Trump said Iran’s response to a US proposal was “unacceptable,” raising supply fears as the...
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Review of Export Incentives: Boost to — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The government is reviewing export promotion schemes to boost the Pakistan economy today. Electric bike demand is surging in Pakistan amid costly oil...
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IMF Approves $1.3bn Financing — Pakistan Economy May 2026
The IMF's Executive Board has approved $1.3 billion in financing for Pakistan's reform programme. The approval reflects Pakistan's progress on difficult ...
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Swelling Trade Gap: $32 Billion Deficit — Pakistan Economy May 2026
Pakistan's trade deficit has increased by $32 billion, posing a threat to the balance of payments. The "managed exchange rate" has produced negative...
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