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JazzCash leads as Pakistan pushes cashless economy

JazzCash has emerged as Pakistan’s largest digital financial service, as the government sets new national targets to expand digital payments and reduce cash reliance. Staff Report…

Aug 16, 2025
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Consumers Pay Rs80/Litre in Hidden Taxes

ISLAMABAD: Consumers in Pakistan are paying almost Rs80 per litre in taxes on petrol and diesel, even though the government charges zero percent sales tax on…

Aug 16, 2025
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Govt Warns Fertilizer Firms to Cut DAP Prices

Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain has urged fertilizer companies to slash DAP prices, warning of government intervention to shield farmers and food security. Staff Report Federal…

Aug 13, 2025
Fertilizer Firms to Cut DAP Prices
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Gohar Ejaz Hails US Trade Deal as Major Win

Economic Policy & Business Development (EPBD) Chairman Gohar Ejaz termed the trade deal with the United States as a great success, while saying that it would…

Aug 2, 2025
Gohar Ejaz
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Gold Loses Shine as Prices Drop in Pakistan

Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Thursday following a drop in the international bullion market. The All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA) reported that the…

Jul 31, 2025
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HBL Reports Strong Earnings Growth in 2Q2025

Staff Report Habib Bank Limited (HBL) announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, posting a consolidated profit of Rs17.8 billion (EPS: Rs12.1), marking…

Jul 31, 2025
HBL earnings in 2q 2025