TOP STORIES
- Pakistan reaffirms full support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks
PM Shehbaz Sharif condemns attacks on Saudi Arabia and pledges continued efforts to promote regional peace and stability. - FBR permits instalment payments of sales tax on imported mobile phones
FBR introduces an instalment facility for sales tax on imported mobile phones under the revised Ninth Schedule. - FBR empowered to confiscate goods bypassing digital production monitoring
FBR expands digital sales tax enforcement, allowing taxable goods and conveyances to be seized for bypassing prescribed monitoring systems. - Pakistan weekly fuel prices: Petrol rises by Rs30, HSD by Rs25
Petrol reaches Rs375.82 per litre while HSD climbs to Rs403.32 as higher international oil prices push up domestic fuel costs.
FINANCE
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb, ACCA discuss SME growth and IT skills
Pakistan and ACCA explore cooperation in workforce development, digital transformation, IT services, and improved financing opportunities for SMEs. - Pakistan, Gates Foundation agree to deepen development cooperationTalks focus on health, human capital, financial inclusion, digital innovation and SME financing
- Pakistan expands affordable financing for SMEs, farmers and EV buyersFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reviews progress on SME, agriculture, housing and electric vehicle financing initiatives.
- Finance Division expands rules for civil servants taking special-pay posts
Finance Division brings contractual positions within the framework for federal civil servants appointed to Special Pay Scales and other senior roles in public-sector organisations.
NATIONAL
- Check eligibility for Rs100 per litre petrol relief scheme
Motorcyclists, rickshaw users and owners of vehicles up to 800cc can receive up to Rs3,000 in monthly petrol relief. - PM Shehbaz launches Rs100 per litre petrol relief for small vehiclesMotorcyclists, rickshaw owners and users of vehicles up to 800cc will receive targeted petrol relief under the new government scheme.
- Pakistan weekly fuel prices: Petrol rises by Rs30, HSD by Rs25Petrol reaches Rs375.82 per litre while HSD climbs to Rs403.32 as higher international oil prices push up domestic fuel costs.
- Weekly SPI inflation rises 0.23% as fuel prices increase
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased 0.23% for the week ended September 10, 2026, mainly driven by higher petroleum and essential food prices.
TAXATION
- FBR permits instalment payments of sales tax on imported mobile phonesFBR introduces an instalment facility for sales tax on imported mobile phones under the revised Ninth Schedule.
- FBR expands sales tax exemptions for Tax Year 2027
FBR introduces and expands sales tax exemptions covering essential goods, electric vehicles, aviation, shipbuilding and refinery upgrades. - FBR empowered to confiscate goods bypassing digital production monitoringFBR expands digital sales tax enforcement, allowing taxable goods and conveyances to be seized for bypassing prescribed monitoring systems.
- FBR significantly increases sales tax penalties amid rising inflation
FBR revises sales tax penalties, introduces a simulated invoice register and tightens enforcement against non-compliant businesses.
MONEY & BANKING
- PVARA chief urges UN members to shape the future of digital finance
Bilal Bin Saqib calls for stronger international regulation as digital assets and blockchain reshape global financial systems. - Pakistan’s digital payment merchants cross 2 million mark
Active digital payment merchants have reached 2.03 million, surpassing the government’s June 2026 target amid efforts to expand Raast QR adoption and financial inclusion. - Private sector repays over Rs370bn in bank loans in first two months of FY27
Private-sector borrowers repay around Rs370 billion in bank loans during July-August 2026, signalling greater caution amid higher interest rates and economic uncertainty. - Pakistan workers’ remittances rise 15% to $7.29bn in 2MFY27
Workers’ remittances reached $7.29 billion in July-August 2026, with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the UK and the US remaining major sources of inflows.
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Khurram Ijaz urges SBP to keep interest rate affordable for businesses
Business leader Khurram Ijaz calls for affordable financing as rising energy costs and a widening trade deficit pressure Pakistan’s businesses. - Private sector repays over Rs370bn in bank loans in first two months of FY27Private-sector borrowers repay around Rs370 billion in bank loans during July-August 2026, signalling greater caution amid higher interest rates and economic uncertainty.
- BOI minister says $18bn reserves cover three months of imports
Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh says Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have reached around $18 billion, providing import cover for approximately three months. - Pakistan expands export financing to boost global competitiveness
Government raises export finance limits and launches long-term funding facility to support SMEs, new exporters and industrial modernization.
AUTOMOTIVE
- Freelander 8 sets world record after reaching 6,002 meters
Chery-JLR’s hybrid SUV surpasses BYD’s previous altitude benchmark, highlighting its turbocharged range extender and advanced all-wheel-drive system. - Pak Suzuki announces free service campaign for selected Alto models
Owners of selected Suzuki Alto vehicles may qualify for a complimentary inspection and replacement under the company’s Neck Fuel Filler Campaign. - BYD’s Yangwang eyes Rolls-Royce with new luxury sedan and SUV
Spy shots reveal Yangwang models inspired by the Rolls-Royce Phantom and Cullinan as BYD expands its ultra-luxury vehicle lineup. - BYD plans 10 more car carriers, each capable of moving 9,200 carsThe reported expansion could increase BYD’s shipping fleet to 18 vessels and boost its global vehicle export capacity.
IT & TELECOM
- FBR permits instalment payments of sales tax on imported mobile phonesFBR introduces an instalment facility for sales tax on imported mobile phones under the revised Ninth Schedule.
- iPhone 18 Pro battery capacities revealed by EU energy labels
Apple’s newly published EU Energy Labels reveal the battery capacities of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, including a significant increase for the larger model. - KSE-100 gains 1,646 points as oil prices ease
Pakistan’s benchmark index recovered from early losses after a retreat in crude oil prices improved investor sentiment amid easing concerns over regional energy disruptions. - Pakistan cuts smartphone import duties as premium handset charges fallPakistan reduces regulatory and additional customs duties on imported mobile phones for FY2026-27, with premium smartphones receiving the largest cut.