EconomyIn talks with Pakistan, IMF calls to use untapped tax sources to mobilize revenue Arshad KhanNovember 16, 2024October 18, 20250The next mission associated with the first EFF review is expected in the first quarter of 2025. In talks with…
EconomyPunjab govt introduces super tax on wealthy landowners Arshad KhanNovember 10, 2024November 5, 20250Historically, agricultural tax collection in Punjab has been relatively low. In FY2014, the collection was only Rs0.83 billion, almost the…
EconomyIMF approves $7 billion bailout package for Pakistan Arshad KhanSeptember 25, 2024October 19, 20250Two months ago, Islamabad secured a three-year EFF agreement with the IMF aimed at achieving macroeconomic stability and inclusive growth….
EconomyIMF wants Pakistan to end price controls on key agricultural products Arshad KhanSeptember 5, 2024October 19, 20250IMF has banned provincial subsidies on electricity and gas throughout the 37-month loan programme IMF wants Pakistan to end price…
EconomyMoody’s raises Pakistan’s credit ratings to ‘Caa2’ Arshad KhanAugust 28, 2024October 19, 20250The country depends on timely support from government partners to meet its external debt obligations. Moody’s raises Pakistan’s credit ratings…
EconomyPakistan’s forex reserves inch up by $51.1 million Arshad KhanAugust 9, 2024October 2, 20250The SBP’s reserves have decreased by $236.2 million, or 2.52 per cent, since the start of the current fiscal year….
EconomyPakistan to privatise energy sector in 2025: Details inside Waqas BanooriJuly 28, 2024October 2, 20250The privatisation initiative is part of a broader economic reform agenda that Pakistan has committed to in exchange for financial…
EconomyIMF & Pakistan Clash Over Tax Exemptions: Negotiations Continue Arshad KhanJune 9, 2024October 2, 20254The Finance Ministry has signaled its openness to taxing pensions exceeding one lakh rupees per month. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the…
BusinessIMF executive board to consider $1.1 billion funding for Pakistan Arshad KhanApril 25, 2024October 2, 20253Pakistan is currently facing nearly 30 per cent inflation, making basic commodities such as sugar unaffordable for many consumers. IMF…
EconomyIMF predicts Pakistan’s economy to grow by 3.5% in FY25 Arshad KhanApril 16, 2024October 2, 20251Unemployment in the country is expected to decrease to 8 percent in 2024, from 8.5 percent in 2023, to 7.5…