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Wednesday, 25 March 2026 ¡ Global Edition ¡ Updated 03:25 CST
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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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Telenor sells its stake in Thailand’s True Corporation for $3.9 billion

Telenor said on Thursday it would sell its 30.3 per cent stake in Thailand’s True Corporation for $3.92 billion, its second divestment from Asia in recent months, lifting the Norwegian group’s shares 8 pc. Telenor said it had signed an agre

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Nestle announces $60m additional investment in Pakistan, to expand operations in country

Nestle on Thursday announced that it would invest an additional $60 million in Pakistan and would also “undertake a robust expansion of its operations in the country”. The development came as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Remy Eje

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Oil slips as investors assess supply outlook

Oil prices slipped on Thursday after gaining in previous sessions, as investors assessed the supply and demand outlook, while a report showing a rise in US crude and gasoline stocks last week weighed on prices. Brent crude was down 28 cents

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Customs issues new valuation ruling for old and used mobile phones

The Directorate General of Customs Valuation has revised the determination of customs values for old and used mobile phones, particularly those imported in commercial quantities without packaging and accessories, as per a ruling dated January 16.<

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Fitch affirms Pakistan’s debt ratings at ‘B-’

ISLAMABAD: Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three agencies, on Wednesday affirmed Pakistan’s long-term debt ratings at ‘B-’ (B-negative), which it had upgraded in April last year, and assigned a

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