Top Stories
- Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account deficit in 7MFY26
- Nisab of Zakat 2026 Fixed at Rs503,529 for Bank Deductions
- Retail tax collections surge as FBR rakes in 30% more revenue
- Nepra releases draft solar net metering rules amid public backlash
- SBP launches cyber shield to protect banks and customers
- Wall of worry hits PSX: KSE-100 tumbles 5,150 points
FINANCE
- Pakistan reports 41% plunge in foreign direct investment in 7MFY26
- Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account deficit in 7MFY26
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb announces more SOEs to join privatization list
- SOEs report Rs122 billion net losses in FY25, up 300% YoY
- Pakistan sees $36 million increase in weekly foreign exchange reserves
- Domestic borrowing drives Rs641bn surge in Pakistan’s federal debt
NATIONAL
- SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
- Minister directs DISCOs to ensure uninterrupted electricity during Ramazan
- NA committee approves power division budget proposals for 2026-27
- Pakistan expects pleasant weather during holy month of Ramazan: NDMA
- SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
- Nisab of Zakat 2026 Fixed at Rs503,529 for Bank Deductions
MONEY & BANKING
- SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
- BankIslami Pakistan reports 50% drop in net profit for CY25
- Rupee strengthens to Rs279.57 against dollar amid robust foreign inflows
- HBL reports strong 4QCY25 earnings, declares Rs6 dividend
- SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
- Govt backs banks with 10% guarantee for fan replacement scheme
TAXATION
- FBR dividend tax collection soars 21% in first seven months
- FBR rolls out mandatory online integration for retailers, hospitals, schools
- FBR, NADRA launch secure electronic system for sharing citizens’ data
- Pakistan customs to auction imported vehicles at KGTL Karachi on February 25, 2026
- LTO Karachi breaks records, collects Rs2 trillion in seven months of FY26
- KTBA calls for timeout on super tax recovery until detailed court verdict
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Pakistan’s textile exports reach $11 billion in 7MFY26
- Government must reverse fuel price hike to ease Ramazan inflation: BMPP General Secretary
- Sindh reduces infrastructure cess, FPCCI hails move to ease business costs
- Khurram Ijaz urges merit-based boards to reduce SOE losses and protect taxpayers
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb promises tax Relief for property and construction sectors
- Pakistan gold rates plummet by Rs8,600 per tola
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- KSE-100 index surges over 5,700 points in sharp recovery
- Today’s gold and silver prices in Pakistan: February 18, 2026
- Gold rush: Prices soar to Rs516,062 per tola in Pakistan
- KSE-100 slides 1,304 points as volatility rattles market
- Today’s Gold and Silver Rates in Pakistan: February 17, 2026
- Pakistani gold market feels the pinch as prices decline by Rs9,000 per tola
AUTOMOTIVE
- Pakistan customs to auction imported vehicles at KGTL Karachi on February 25, 2026
- Expected Features of Locally Assembled Hyundai Palisade SUV in Pakistan: Booking Time Announced
- Haval H6 PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV: Battle of Two Chinese SUVs in Pakistan
- Jetour Pakistan to Launch Jetour T2 PHEV Off-Road SUV Soon – Expected Specs
- Dewan Motors Massively Reduces Prices of BMW Electric Cars: Offers Special Ramadan Prices
- Chery Master Pakistan Reveals Tiggo 9 PHEV Price as Bookings Officially Begin
IT & TELECOM
- Samsung Teases Galaxy AI Camera With Advanced Image Editing
- Infinix Note 60 Pro Launches With Vapor Chamber Cooling
- Pakistan Retains ITU G5 Regulator Status with 75.77 Score
- Mercantile Slashes Price on iPhone 17 Pro Max, Offer Ends Today
- Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra adds smart side-view privacy screen
- Apple March 4 Event May Reveal iPhone 17e Launch
CURRENCY RATES
- SBP releases daily KIBOR rates: February 18, 2026
- SBP releases updated interbank foreign exchange rates for February 18, 2026
- Today’s Bitcoin Price in US Dollar: February 18, 2026
- Latest foreign currency exchange rates in Pakistan: February 18, 2026
- SBP releases daily KIBOR rates for February 17, 2026
- SBP releases daily interbank foreign exchange rates: February 17, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
- Katie Thurston gives update on stage 4 breast cancer
- Margot Robbie prioritizes audience over critics for Wuthering Heights
- Rumer Willis breaks silence on nepo baby claims, single mom struggles
- Taylor Swift crowned world’s biggest-selling artist for fourth consecutive year
- Zendaya shares simple tricks to spot red flags in people
- Rumer Willis shuts down claims she lives off parents’ money
SPORTS
- India beat Netherlands by 17 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 thriller
- Pakistan qualify for Super 8 after massive 102-run win over Namibia
- No room for error: Pakistan take on Namibia in Colombo
- Zimbabwe qualify for Super 8, Australia exit T20 World Cup 2026
- Pathum Nissanka century powers Sri Lanka to dominant T20 World Cup win over Australia
- USA dream next round qualification after India crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026
JUST IN
- FBR dividend tax collection soars 21% in first seven months
- Katie Thurston gives update on stage 4 breast cancer
- Margot Robbie prioritizes audience over critics for Wuthering Heights
- Rumer Willis breaks silence on nepo baby claims, single mom struggles
- Taylor Swift crowned world’s biggest-selling artist for fourth consecutive year
- India beat Netherlands by 17 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 thriller