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Oil rises 3pc as US sends ‘armada’ to Iran

NEW YORK: Oil prices rose to their highest in more than a week on Friday after US President Donald Trump rat­cheted up pressure against Iran through more san­­ctions on vessels that transport its oil, and

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Pakistan’s critical minerals need value addition to boost exports

ISLAMABAD: To boost foreign exchange and drive sustainable economic growth, Pakistan must focus on transforming its raw minerals into processed and value-added products that meet global Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, rather

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SBP cancels another exchange firm’s licence over regulatory violations

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Gold surges to Rs514,662/tola

KARACHI: Amid a continuous rally in world prices, the local 10-gram and one-tola gold rates (24kt) hit a new peak of Rs441,239 and Rs514,662, respectively, showing a jump of Rs7,802 and Rs9,100. International gold price further swelled by

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SBP governor warns of complex cyber threats

KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad on Friday cautioned that the cyber threat landscape has become increasingly complex, driven by highly skilled, well-resourced groups and further complicated by rising geopolitical tension

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Central bank seen cutting rates again after December surprise

The central bank is expected to cut its key policy rate by 50 basis points at its upcoming meeting, a Reuters poll showed, as easing inflation, improving foreign exchange buffers and a stabilising rupee bolster the case for further moneta

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CM Murad approves Rs21.5bn for Karachi infrastructure upgrades, including Rs13bn for improving roads

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Friday approved a comprehensive package worth Rs21.53 billion, including a Rs13bn grant-in-aid for rehabilitating and improving Town Municipal Corporations’ (TMCs) road infrastructure in Karachi.

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TikTok establishes joint venture to end US ban threat

TikTok announced on Thursday that it has established a majority American-owned joint venture to operate its US business, allowing t

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Gold, silver and platinum extend record‑setting rally

Gold notched another record high on Friday, while silver and platinum also extended gains to hit all-time peaks, powered by diminishing confidence in US assets on account of geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. On Jan 1, the 10-g

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ADB backs Karachi-Rohri rail corridor

KARACHI: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reaffirmed its intent to align as a development partner with the government and identified Karachi-Rohri rail corridor as the priority project. A 10-member high-level Reconnaissance Mission of

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Business costs 34pc higher than region: PBF

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Sustainable growth key to economic transformation, says minister

ISLAMABAD: Pakis­tan’s journey towards a trillion-dollar economy is only possible through alignment of policy, capital industry, and institutions, said Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, pointing out that fragmented progress can

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Australian help sought to boost agri yields

ISLAMABAD: Pakis­tan is seeking Australian expertise to establish foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)-free zones and improve animal weight and yield to ensure profitability for farmers. Food Security Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain met Australian H

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Used phone rates to fall as govt revisits valuation

• Ruling covers 62 models across Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus • iPhones see steepest cuts • Values apply regardless of condition; accessories not included • Phones must be activated six months before import ISLA

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Zarea signs strategic MoU with Chinese agri-platform company

Zarea Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wang Chuang Xi Jun Chang Agri Ltd, a Chinese agri-platform, to explore advanced agricultural solutions in Pakistan, according to the company’s notification to the Pakistan Stock Exc

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