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Dollar Climbs as Pakistani Rupee Faces Pressure in Open Market

Karachi: The Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP) reported the closing exchange rates for April 21, 2025, highlighting a continued upward trend in foreign currencies against the Pakistani rupee in the open market. The United States dollar…

Fertilizer Firms Face Profit Decline Amid Weak Demand

Karachi: Recent earnings estimates for leading Pakistani fertilizer companies, Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) and Engro Fertilizers Limited (EFERT), suggest a challenging first quarter due to a significant decline in sales. Analysts expect a 4…

Bank Alfalah Reports Mixed 1QCY25 Results with Strong Cash Payout

Karachi: Bank Alfalah Limited (BAFL) disclosed its financial outcomes for the first quarter of the calendar year 2025, revealing a mixed performance with a notable cash payout. The bank reported a profit of PkR7.0 billion, translating to earnings per …

State Bank of Pakistan Releases New Credit Limits for April 2025

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has announced updated credit limits for financial institutions, effective April 17, 2025. The revised limits set a ceiling of 57,000 for two institutions and a floor of 345,000 for an additional two institutions.