TOP STORIES
- Govt repays Rs1.85 trillion to commercial banks in 4MFY27
Pakistan’s federal government significantly increased domestic debt repayments during July–October FY27, compared with just Rs45.61 billion retired in the same period last year. - Pakistan targets 55% clean energy mix, $188 billion investment by 2035
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls for concessional international financing and affordable technology to accelerate Pakistan’s clean energy transition, highlighting electric vehicle targets and investment needs. - Pakistan, Kuwait pledge to boost trade and investment ties
Prime Ministers Shehbaz Sharif and Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah discuss economic cooperation, energy, defence and regional security at COP31 in Türkiye. - OGDCL discovers gas and condensate in Khairpur, Sindh
Bitrisim Northwest-1 exploratory well produces 12.8 million cubic feet of gas and 175 barrels of condensate daily during testing.
FINANCE
- ADB approves $500 million disaster financing facility for Pakistan
Contingent financing will provide quick budget support following eligible disasters, including floods and earthquakes, as Pakistan faces average annual disaster losses of $2 billion. - IMF urges Pakistan to accelerate structural reforms beyond economic stabilisation
IMF, ADB, FCDO and UN representatives call for provincial tax reforms, lower business costs, energy sector restructuring, export competitiveness and improved governance to sustain economic growth. - ECC approves Rs275 billion for water projects, Rs54 billion for defence
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb chairs meeting approving major supplementary grants, youth loan scheme revisions, gas supply arrangements and new import restrictions. - Pakistan, Bangladesh seek stronger economic ties, trade and investment cooperation
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and a high-level Bangladeshi delegation discuss economic reforms, debt management, textile cooperation and opportunities to expand bilateral trade and investment.
NATIONAL
- NCCIA arrests 1,749 suspects, recovers Rs149.8 million in 53-day cybercrime crackdown
Nationwide operations target online fraud networks and illegal call centres, with 973 suspects arrested in raids, including 211 foreign nationals. - Pakistan cuts petrol price by Rs3, diesel by Rs7 per litre for November 12, 2026
The revised rates bring petrol to Rs335 and high-speed diesel to Rs364 per litre under the government’s daily fuel pricing mechanism. - Pakistan expands digital agricultural loans and credit facilities for small farmers
SBP-led initiatives combine collateral-free loans, warehouse receipt financing, crop insurance and risk-sharing arrangements to improve access to formal credit for underserved farmers. - OGRA cuts petrol price by Rs8, diesel by Rs7 per litre
Petrol price has been reduced to Rs338 per litre and high-speed diesel to Rs371 for November 11, providing fresh relief to consumers.
TAXATION
- FBR sets first-ever Customs values for imported sublimation paper
Valuation Ruling 2129/2026 fixes minimum import values at $2.05 per kg for China and South Korea and $2.47 for other origins. - FBR revises customs values for un-branded dyes under new valuation ruling
Valuation Ruling 2128/2026 covers 68 items, including reactive, disperse and acid dyes, with revised import values ranging from $2.71 to $25 per kg. - FBR introduces electronic scrutiny of income tax returns, gives taxpayers seven days to fix errors
Under SRO 2098(I)/2026, the automated system will flag factual and legal discrepancies, allowing taxpayers at least seven days to respond before further action. - FBR prescribes record-keeping rules for businesses for Tax Year 2027
Businesses must maintain records of income, expenses, sales, purchases, assets and liabilities, with FBR requiring documents to be retained for at least six years.
MONEY & BANKING
- Govt repays Rs1.85 trillion to commercial banks in 4MFY27Pakistan’s federal government significantly increased domestic debt repayments during July–October FY27, compared with just Rs45.61 billion retired in the same period last year.
- Pakistan expands digital agricultural loans and credit facilities for small farmersSBP-led initiatives combine collateral-free loans, warehouse receipt financing, crop insurance and risk-sharing arrangements to improve access to formal credit for underserved farmers.
- Pakistan launches Virtual Asset Alliance to protect crypto investors
The new platform, formed with Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, aims to combat digital asset fraud, improve cybersecurity awareness and support Pakistan’s blockchain industry. - ABHI Microfinance Bank IPO attracts strong investor interest ahead of retail offering
The bank’s IPO book-building portion receives 158% subscription, attracting local and foreign investors ahead of public subscription scheduled for November 12–13.
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Pakistan, Wood Mackenzie discuss investment opportunities in mining sector
Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan highlights copper, antimony and other critical minerals, calling for international partnerships to unlock Pakistan’s mining potential. - Government reviews export facilitation scheme to ease exporters’ compliance burden
Finance Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kayani chairs meeting to simplify EFS procedures, improve access for exporters and strengthen risk-based oversight without compromising revenue safeguards. - Government moves to simplify SME financing after disappointing results
Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani says fewer than 1,000 of an estimated 10,000 SMEs are benefiting from existing export support facilities, prompting efforts to remove regulatory hurdles and improve access to finance. - Ministry of Commerce introduces new policy for staff postings abroad
The 2026 policy introduces merit-based selection, written examinations, training requirements and stricter eligibility conditions for support staff deployed at Pakistan’s trade missions worldwide.
AUTOMOTIVE
- Pakistan targets $6 billion auto exports under new Automotive Policy 2026–2031
Government introduces binding localisation requirements, Rs2.1 billion vendor upgrade programme and incentives for exporters to transform the automotive industry into an export-oriented manufacturing hub. - Geely and Renault develop 670 HP hybrid V8 engine
Horse Powertrain has unveiled a new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 670 hp, which will power Lotus’ upcoming Type 135 hybrid sports car. - Hongqi Pakistan teases new luxury sedan, Ousado expected to launchDewan Motors’ latest teaser hints at the possible arrival of the Hongqi Ousado luxury sedan in Pakistan, featuring a bold exterior, 223 hp turbocharged engine and premium interior.
- VLEKTRA electric bike gets Rs80,000 discount in Pakistan for limited timeVLEKTRA has reduced the price of its flagship electric motorcycle to Rs529,000, with the limited-time promotion running until November 27, 2026.
IT & TELECOM
- PTA conducts broadband quality surveys across Pakistan in Q3 2026
Telecom regulator assesses fixed-line internet performance in major cities, including Gilgit-Baltistan, and directs operators to address service deficiencies. - WhatsApp beta introduces redesigned floating navigation bar on Android
The new interface features a transparent, compact pill-shaped navigation bar that shrinks when users scroll through chats and expands when they swipe up. - Oppo A7 Pro European price leaks with 7,400mAh battery
Oppo is reportedly preparing to launch the A7 Pro in Europe, with leaked pricing starting at €499 and two storage options featuring 6GB RAM. - GTA 6 may be locked at 30 FPS because of PS5 and Xbox CPUsHardware insider RedGamingTech claims GTA 6’s demanding open world puts heavy pressure on console processors, making CPU limitations a bigger challenge than ray tracing.