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Cement Demand Projected to Surge Amid Construction Revival

Karachi: Cement demand in Pakistan is set to increase in the fiscal year 2026, spurred by a government push in public sector development programs and a revival in the construction industry, according to a report by AKD Securities Limited. This follows…

State Bank of Pakistan Reports Overnight Repo Activities

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has released figures detailing overnight repo and reverse repo transactions conducted on July 3, 2025. The report outlines the participation of financial institutions in these monetary facilities, indicating a balan…

Pakistan Revises Tariffs to Boost Economic Competitiveness

Karachi: In a move aligned with the National Tariff Policy 2025-30, the Pakistani government has revised its Additional Customs Duty (ACD) and Regulatory Duties (RDs), aiming to enhance the country’s economic competitiveness. The government has issued…

Karachi Chamber Calls for Repeal of Controversial Tax Sections

KARACHI: The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has called for the immediate repeal of Sections 37A and 37B of the Sales Tax Act, denouncing them as draconian measures that grant excessive arrest powers to tax officials. KCCI President Ja…