
IMF Urges Pakistan to Raise BISP Payments to Rs 20000 Amid Inflation
The recommendation is aimed at offsetting rising food prices, energy costs and overall living expenses that have disproportionately affected vulnerable families

The recommendation is aimed at offsetting rising food prices, energy costs and overall living expenses that have disproportionately affected vulnerable families

Imports from Saudi Arabia rose four percent over the ten-month period to $3.316 billion, even as April imports slipped two percent year-on-year

Unlike earlier retail tax initiatives, the new scheme does not use shop size, covered area, or location as a basis for taxation

Industry officials believe Apple will likely align activation with broader 5G maturity in Pakistan’s telecom sector by 2027

Turkey’s defence exports have expanded rapidly, with locally produced drones and guided munitions already used by several countries

The lender has maintained strong financial performance following a record 2025, supported by disciplined cost control, steady lending activity, and consistent shareholder returns

CEO Noto said demand from lending partners remains strong, noting that SoFi is not currently seeing deterioration in private credit performance

Despite concerns, regulators emphasise that the core banking system is significantly stronger than it was in 2008, with higher capital reserves and stricter oversight