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Bank AL Habib to Increase ATM Charges Starting August 2025

Karachi: Bank AL Habib has announced an upcoming revision to its ATM-related charges, which will take effect on August 1, 2025. The changes, detailed in the bank’s Schedule of Charges for the second half of 2025, will impact cash withdrawals, balance …

Market Volatility: KSE-100 Index Dips Amid Economic Adjustments

Karachi: The KSE-100 Index experienced a significant drop, shedding 563 points to close at 135,940, with a trading volume of 877 million shares. Throughout the day, notable performances were observed in PSEL, POML, and ABL, while SEARL, KTML, and GADT…

Spotify Expands Audiobook Options for Premium Subscribers

London: Spotify has introduced new add-on subscriptions for its Premium users, including Audiobooks+, following successful trials in Ireland and Canada. The initiative, now available in several countries including the U.K., Germany, and Australia, aim…

State Bank of Pakistan Releases Data on Overnight Repo Facilities

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has released new data detailing access to its overnight repo and reverse repo facilities. The report indicates that on July 15, 2025, one financial institution accessed the overnight repo facility, drawing an amount…

Cement Exports Surge Despite Drop in Local Sales

Karachi: Cement dispatches in Pakistan reached 3.5 million tons in June 2025, marking a 3% year-on-year decline, according to a report by JS Global. The drop was attributed primarily to a 16% decrease in local sales, a consequence of Eid holidays and …