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U.S. and Pakistan Forge Trade Agreement to Boost Economic Ties

Karachi: Pakistan has finalized a significant trade agreement with the United States aimed at enhancing bilateral trade, expanding market access, and attracting foreign investment. The agreement, announced by AKD Securities Limited, is expected to fos…

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Sets New Standard with ‘AA’ Rating

Karachi: In a significant development for Pakistan’s Islamic finance sector, Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Limited (PQFTL) has achieved a milestone by becoming the first dedicated Family Takaful operator in the country to receive an ‘AA’ Insurer Financial …

SBP Holds Steady on Policy Rate Amid Inflation Concerns

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to maintain its policy rate at 11.0%, citing a worsening inflation outlook driven by adjustments in energy prices, increased economic activity, and a potential widening of the trade deficit. This d…

High Interest Rate Sparks Concern Amid Declining Inflation

KARACHI: The President of the SITE Association of Industry, Ahmed Azeem Alvi, has voiced significant concern regarding the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to maintain the policy rate at 11%. According to a statement from Mr. Alvi, the central bank’s…