Top Stories
- Pakistan exports drop 8.7%, trade deficit widens 34.57% in 1HFY26
- PM Shehbaz orders key measures to cut foreign exchange outflow on petroleum imports
- KSE-100 Index opens 2026 with record high, hits 176,355 points
- Pakistan, Saudi Arabia exchange views on regional situation
- PM Shehbaz launches economic governance reforms, declares stability achieved
- PM Shehbaz dismisses FBR’s BS-20 IRS officer over corruption charges
FINANCE
- Pakistan records marginal $11 million weekly dip in forex reserves
- ICMAP unveils action-oriented roadmap to implement IMF governance reforms
- IMF warns vested interests could derail Pakistan reform program
- Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves cross $21 billion after IMF tranche
- Pakistan sees 25% drop in foreign direct investment in 5MFY26
- Pakistan’s current account deficit widens $812 million; surplus of $100 million in November
NATIONAL
- Pakistan weekly inflation drops 0.67% on falling petrol, diesel prices
- Pakistan’s headline inflation eases to 5.6% in December 2025
- NADRA introduces facial recognition for biometric verification
- Pakistan cuts petrol price by Rs10.28 per litre to start 2026
- Pakistan’s December 2025 inflation may ease to 5.8%
- SBP declares bank holiday on January 1, 2026
MONEY & BANKING
- Bank of Punjab launches Pakistan Skills Impact Bond to boost youth employment
- JazzCash reaches 57 million users, boosts Pakistan’s cashless economy
- Pakistani rupee loses Rs1.75 against dollar in 2025
- SBP orders banks to extend working hours on December 31 to facilitate taxpayers
- Retail payments in Pakistan grow 10% in Q1 FY26: SBP releases report
- SBP declares bank holiday on January 1, 2026
TAXATION
- FBR chairman outlines strategy to meet 2025-26 tax targets
- Must-Know Punishable Offences for Failure to Comply with Tax Laws in 2026
- How to Get Active Taxpayer Status After Filing Late Return
- What Happens if You Don’t File Your Tax Return in 2026?
- FBR confirms launch of desk tax audits for exporters
- SRB records 21% growth, collects Rs161.43 billion Sindh sales tax in 1HFY26
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Pakistan exports drop 8.7%, trade deficit widens 34.57% in 1HFY26
- Storm energy drink maker fined Rs150 million by CCP for deceptive marketing
- Tax Scrutiny Could Hurt Exports, Jeopardies ‘Uraan Pakistan’ Vision: Khurram Ejaz
- Azeem Hussain Siddiqui Assumes Office as ICMAP President
- 2025 a Turbulent Year for Pakistan’s Economy: BMG Chairman Zubair Motiwala
- CCP highlights major achievements against cartelization in 2025
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – January 2, 2026
- Pakistan gold prices jump Rs5,700 per tola after four-day decline
- KSE-100 Index opens 2026 with record high, hits 176,355 points
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – January 1, 2026
- Pakistan gold prices decline for fourth day, fall Rs2,400 per tola
- KSE-100 Index soars 51% in 2025, marks strongest year in recent history
AUTOMOTIVE
- Xiaomi Crosses 400,000 Vehicle Deliveries in 2025, Just a Year After Debut
- KIA Pakistan Unveils Golden Sands Dealership with New Design Philosophy
- Jaecoo Pakistan Gives Free New Year Gift to Jaecoo J7 SHS Owners
- 2026 Honda Civic Facelift Launched in Pakistan with Special Price Offer
- Audi Pakistan Reveals 2026 Prices for Its Electric Vehicle Lineup
- Dongfeng Pakistan Gears Up to Launch Flagship Dealerships in Karachi
IT & TELECOM
- AI-Driven Memory Demand May Push Smartphone Prices Higher in 2026
- Honor Power2 Specs Leak Ahead of Official Launch
- How and When to Watch Samsung’s “The First Look” CES 2026 Event in Pakistan
- PTA Issues Procedure for Complaint Filing against Operators
- OnePlus 16 Tipped to Feature Ultra-Fast 200Hz Display After Early Camera Rumors
- Realme 16 Pro Series India Pricing Leaks Ahead of January 6 Launch
CURRENCY RATES
- SBP releases latest interbank currency exchange rates – January 2, 2026
- Today’s Open Market Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – January 2, 2026
- Latest Open Market Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – January 1, 2026
- SBP releases daily interbank currency exchange rates – December 31, 2025
- Latest Open Market Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – December 31, 2025
- SBP Releases Daily Interbank Currency Exchange Rates: December 30, 2025
ENTERTAINMENT
- Meghan Markle reportedly planning biopic to tell her side of royal story
- Jennifer Lopez says her kids care more about family time than fame
- Sadie Sink Shares Emotional Connection to Running Up That Hill
- Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco share romantic snowy New Year getaway
- Prince William set for bigger role in 2026 as royal family faces major shift
- Miley Cyrus reveals personal inspiration behind Avatar: Fire and Ash song
SPORTS
- Australia announce provisional 15-player squad for T20 World Cup 2026
- Rashid Khan to Captain Afghanistan in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Sri Lanka Appoint Lasith Malinga as Bowling Coach Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026
- Bhutan’s Soman Yeshey sets record with eight-wicket haul in T20I
- MCG pitch rated unsatisfactory after two-day Boxing Day Ashes Test
- Pakistan Name 15-Player Squad for Sri Lanka T20I Series
JUST IN
- AI-Driven Memory Demand May Push Smartphone Prices Higher in 2026
- Honor Power2 Specs Leak Ahead of Official Launch
- How and When to Watch Samsung’s “The First Look” CES 2026 Event in Pakistan
- PTA Issues Procedure for Complaint Filing against Operators
- Xiaomi Crosses 400,000 Vehicle Deliveries in 2025, Just a Year After Debut
- KIA Pakistan Unveils Golden Sands Dealership with New Design Philosophy