The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently brought grave allegations against a company entrusted with the critical task of monitoring and tracking cargo in transit.
(more…)Author: Shahnawaz Akhter
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FBR to Pay Interest at KIBOR for Delayed Sales Tax Refunds
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has confirmed its obligation to pay interest on delayed sales tax refunds at the annual Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR).
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FPCCI Expresses Concerns on Alarming Drop in Cotton Production
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has raised serious concerns over the drastic decline in cotton production, warning of its potential impact on the economy, especially the country’s textile exports.
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Sindh Initiates Real-Time Property Transaction Sharing with FBR
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – In a landmark move to bolster transparency and enhance tax compliance, the Sindh province has commenced real-time sharing of property transaction details with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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PSX Likely to Stay Green Amid Attractive Valuations
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is expected to sustain its positive momentum in the coming week, driven by certain scrips trading at attractive valuations.
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KSE-100 Gains 1,435 Points Amid Current Account Surplus
Karachi, January 17, 2025 — The benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) soared by 1,435 points on Friday, bolstered by reports of a significant current account (CA) surplus. This sharp rally reflects growing optimism in the market as Pakistan’s economic indicators improve.
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SBP Reports 20% Surge in Foreign Direct Investment in 1HFY25
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Friday a significant 20% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) for the first half (July–December) of the fiscal year 2024-25, highlighting a positive shift in the country’s investment landscape.
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Pakistan Celebrates Historic $1.21 Billion CA Surplus in 1HFY25
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – Pakistan has reached a remarkable milestone, posting a record $1.21 billion current account (CA) surplus for the first half of fiscal year 2024-25 (January – December 2024), according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This achievement marks a significant turnaround from the $1.40 billion deficit recorded during the same period in the previous fiscal year.
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FBR Lowers Corporate Tax Rate for Banks to 43%
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – In a major development for Pakistan’s banking sector, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a reduction in the corporate tax rate for banks to 43%, down from the previous 44%. This revised tax rate will take effect for the tax year 2026, commencing on January 1, 2025.
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FBR Establishes Data Governance Office
Islamabad, January 16, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step towards enhancing its data management capabilities by announcing the establishment of a dedicated Data Governance Office. This initiative aligns with the recently approved Data Governance and Information Security Policy of the FBR.
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