Islamabad, July 7, 2023 – Pakistan’s middle class is grappling with the impact of rising inflation, particularly the surge in prices of essential kitchen items, according to official data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday.
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Pakistan to Raise Rs9.9 Trillion for Budget Financing in Next Three Months
Karachi, July 7, 2023 – In a bid to meet its budgetary requirements, Pakistan has announced plans to raise Rs9.9 trillion through the auction of securities over the next three months.
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Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Surge to $9.746 Billion
Karachi, July 6, 2023 – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have experienced a notable increase of $405 million within a week, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday.
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Retailers to Face Three-Year Jail Term for Selling Contraband Cigarettes
Karachi, July 5, 2023 – The tax authorities have issued a stern warning to retailers, informing them of the possibility of a three-year jail term for selling contraband cigarettes. In a bid to curb the sale of unapproved and smuggled goods in the country, the government has recently amended the Sales Tax Act of 1990, introducing new penalties for offenders.
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LTO Karachi Surpasses FY23 Target, Collects Nearly Rs2 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges
Karachi, July 5, 2023 – The Large Taxpayers Office (LTO) Karachi has exceeded its revenue collection target for the fiscal year 2022-23, amassing approximately Rs2 trillion, according to officials on Wednesday.
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Pakistan Retains Higher Sales Tax Rate at 18% for 2023-24 and Onwards
Islamabad, July 5, 2023 – In a move that may impact the economy and burden the masses, Pakistan has decided to retain the higher rate of general sales tax at 18 percent for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2023, and continuing onwards. The decision was announced by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) sources today.
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IT Services Face 15% Sales Tax Imposition in Islamabad
Islamabad, July 4, 2023: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has mandated a 15 percent sales tax on IT services and IT-enabled services within the jurisdiction of Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan. This decision, effective from July 1, 2023, aims to enhance tax revenue collection in the IT sector.
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FBR Enforces 15% Sales Tax on Services Provided by Hotels in Islamabad
Islamabad, July 4, 2023: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently implemented a 15 percent sales tax on various services offered by hotels, clubs, and other establishments in Islamabad. This decision aims to enhance revenue collection and streamline taxation procedures within the hospitality sector.
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Pakistan Petroleum Sales Hit 17-Year Low in FY23 Amid Economic Slowdown and Price Surge
Karachi, July 4, 2023 – Petroleum product sales in Pakistan have reached a 17-year low during the fiscal year 2022-23, according to recently released data on Tuesday. The decline in sales can be attributed to higher product prices and an overall economic slowdown, which have significantly impacted demand.
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Pakistan Witnesses $477 Million Increase in Foreign Exchange Reserves
Karachi, July 4, 2023: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have experienced a significant increase of $477 million over the course of a week, as revealed by data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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