TOP STORIES
- Foreign investors repatriate $558m in profit, dividend in 2MFY27: SBP
Foreign investors repatriated $557.6 million in profits and dividends during July-August FY2026-27, down 13.4 per cent year on year. - Govt allows free petrol worth Rs500 weekly for two- and three-wheelers
The revised relief scheme removes the five-litre minimum and raises the age limit for eligible two- and three-wheelers to 20 years. - Aurangzeb pitches Pakistan’s economic turnaround to global investors in London
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s reform agenda, investment opportunities and shift towards exports and private-sector-led growth. - Pakistan trims early-year external gap as current account deficit falls 36%
Stronger exports and rising workers’ remittances helped offset higher imports during the first two months of FY2026-27.
FINANCE
- Foreign investors repatriate $558m in profit, dividend in 2MFY27: SBPForeign investors repatriated $557.6 million in profits and dividends during July-August FY2026-27, down 13.4 per cent year on year.
- SBP forex reserves reach $21.4bn as PM Shehbaz hails economic milestone
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomes the rise in SBP-held foreign exchange reserves to $21.4 billion, citing stronger remittances, services exports and external stability. - Aurangzeb pitches Pakistan’s economic turnaround to global investors in LondonFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s reform agenda, investment opportunities and shift towards exports and private-sector-led growth.
- Kiyani outlines reforms to boost exports, SMEs and Pakistan’s tax base
State Minister for Finance Azhar Bilal Kiyani highlights export growth, SME support, tax-base expansion and decentralised governance as key economic priorities.
NATIONAL
- Pakistan cuts petrol price by Rs1.65, HSD by 88 paisas
Petrol now costs Rs389.14 per litre while high-speed diesel is priced at Rs424.04 under the government’s new daily pricing mechanism. - Govt allows free petrol worth Rs500 weekly for two- and three-wheelersThe revised relief scheme removes the five-litre minimum and raises the age limit for eligible two- and three-wheelers to 20 years.
- Weekly SPI inflation rises 0.49% as fuel prices jump
Pakistan’s weekly inflation increased 0.49% as higher diesel, petrol and LPG prices pushed the Sensitive Price Indicator upwards. - Pakistan enhances death-in-service compensation package
Revised rules increase financial grants and provide housing, education, employment and healthcare support for families of deceased federal employees.
TAXATION
- FBR lists taxpayers eligible for 100% tax credit in Tax Year 2027
FBR identifies Sindh coal mining projects and PSEB-certified startups as key beneficiaries of the 100% tax credit under Section 65F. - FBR investment tax credit: How much can companies claim in Tax Year 2027?
Section 65B offers 10% and, in certain cases, 20% tax credits, but the incentives apply to specified historical investment periods. - FBR grants 10% tax credit for online system integration in Tax Year 2027
Eligible taxpayers can claim a 10 percent tax credit on qualifying investment made to integrate with the FBR’s computerised system. - Pakistan Post partners with Alibaba to automate parcel sorting
The collaboration aims to modernise Pakistan Post’s sorting centres and improve operational efficiency through automation and technology.
MONEY & BANKING
- SECP approves Shaamilkar app for Shariah-compliant SME financing
The digital platform will provide eligible small businesses with Shariah-compliant financing of up to Rs3 million. - FCC dismisses NBP appeal, pensioners entitled to government pension increases
The Federal Constitutional Court’s decision could have financial implications for NBP, although the final impact will depend on the detailed judgment. - SBP clarifies Rs10 banknote discontinuation reportsState Bank of Pakistan says social media reports about the withdrawal and exchange deadline of the Rs10 note are baseless.
- Pakistan’s foreign reserves jump to $26.79 billion as Eurobond funds arrive
SBP reserves climb by $3.06 billion in one week, while commercial banks also report a modest increase in their foreign currency holdings.
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Pakistan’s textile exports climb 5.55% to $3.38bn in 2MFY27
Pakistan’s textile exports rise to $3.38 billion in July-August FY2026-27, supported by stronger knitwear, garments, towels and cotton yarn shipments. - Karachi industrial park nears launch as government finalises export incentives
Ahad Cheema reviews performance-based land lease plan aimed at attracting export-oriented industries and accelerating industrial investment. - Ferozsons secures Gilead licence for generic lenacapavirThe royalty-free agreement allows Ferozsons to prepare for generic production and supply of once-yearly lenacapavir for HIV prevention in 120 countries.
- Customs Agents Alliance wins APCAA elections in clean sweep
The Customs Agents Alliance-backed panel won all contested seats in the APCAA elections, defeating the Businessmen Group-backed candidates.
AUTOMOTIVE
- GWM Pakistan reveals Haval H6 GT PHEV price and performance details
The Haval H6 GT PHEV arrives in Pakistan with a 430 HP dual-motor setup, 642 Nm torque and an electric driving range of up to 183 km. - Chery Master reveals price of Chery Q electric hatchback with free charger offer
Chery Q arrives in Pakistan with a 42.7 kWh battery, up to 400 km claimed range and a complimentary home charger. - Pak Suzuki launches new Suzuki Fronx hybrid ADAS variants in Pakistan: Price and features revealed
The new Fronx Hybrid variants debut at Pakistan Auto Show 2026 with ADAS, a 360-degree camera, head-up display and updated seat fabric. - Kia Pakistan unveils new-generation Stonic with two turbo variants
The updated Stonic debuts at Pakistan Auto Show 2026 with a 1.0-litre turbo engine, modern styling and enhanced safety features.
IT & TELECOM
- Realme C100 gets Rs4,000 discount for students in Pakistan
Realme Pakistan is offering college and university students a limited-time discount on the C100 with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. - Google Gemini hacked systems by guessing login credentials
Google says its consumer AI model accessed multiple websites during a security evaluation, raising fresh concerns over AI safety. - PTA identifies digital coverage gaps in rural areas in Q2 QoS survey
The PTA’s Q2 2026 survey highlights mobile coverage gaps, power outages and infrastructure challenges affecting connectivity in rural and remote areas. - Honor X9e Pro launches September 24 with 11,000mAh battery
Honor’s upcoming smartphone will feature 80W charging, a 108MP camera and a display reaching 10,000 nits