Karachi, September 5, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) successfully raised Rs 835 billion through the auction of Market Treasury Bills (MTBs) on Wednesday, surpassing its initial target of Rs 700 billion. The auction saw aggressive participation from banks, which collectively bid a substantial Rs 1.62 trillion for the purchase of government securities.
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FBR Slaps Non-ATL with Steep Dividend Tax Rates Up to 70%
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed staggering tax rates of up to 70% on dividend income for individuals and entities not listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for the tax year 2024-25.
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KSE-100 Index Rises 492 Points on IMF Loan Optimism
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surged by 492 points on Wednesday, driven by renewed optimism surrounding Pakistan’s ongoing loan negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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FBR Exempts Income Tax on Annual Salary Up to Rs 600,000
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has released the salary tax card for the tax year 2024-25, offering a relief to salaried individuals by exempting annual incomes up to Rs 600,000 from income tax.
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KCCI Pushes for Drastic Rate Cut to 14.5% in Next MPS
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has issued a fervent call for a decisive 500-basis-point reduction in the key policy rate, urging the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to slash the rate from the current 19.5% to 14.5% in the forthcoming Monetary Policy Statement (MPS).
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FBR Announces Import Tax Rates for ATL vs Non-ATL
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced the import tax rates applicable during the tax year 2024-25, distinguishing between those listed in the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) and those not on the list.
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Decoding Depreciation Under Income Tax Law for TY 2024-25
Karachi, September 4, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provided a comprehensive explanation on the deduction of depreciation against tax liability for the tax year 2024-25, a critical aspect for businesses managing their assets and tax obligations.
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KCCI Demands NEPRA Hearing to Address Pressing KE Issues
Karachi, September 3, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to convene an urgent hearing to address the mounting concerns related to K-Electric (KE).
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Pakistan Registers 14% Fall in Oil Sales YoY in August 2024
Karachi, September 3, 2024 – Pakistan oil sales have recorded a notable decline of 14% year-on-year (YoY) for August 2024, according to an analysis by Topline Securities.
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FPCCI Vehemently Rejects Mini Budget Plan
Karachi, September 3, 2024 — The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) issued a vehement denunciation on Tuesday against any potential plans to introduce a mini-budget aimed at generating additional tax revenue.
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