Author: Shahnawaz Akhter

  • Pakistan Records 30% Contraction in Trade Deficit in 8MFY24

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    Islamabad, March 1, 2024 – Pakistan has achieved a remarkable 30% contraction in its trade deficit during the first eight months (July – February) of the fiscal year 2023-24, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday.

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  • Pakistan’s Headline Inflation Hits 20-Month Low in February 2024

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    Karachi, March 1, 2024 – Pakistan’s headline inflation has reached a 20-month low in February 2024, according to analysts at Arif Habib Limited.

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  • FBR Releases List of 3.35 Million Active Taxpayers for TY2023

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    Karachi, March 1, 2024 – In a bid to fortify its tax collection efforts and bolster the country’s fiscal health, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) unveiled a new list on Friday, spotlighting 3.35 million active taxpayers for the tax year 2023.

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  • SCP Upholds Validity of Sindh Sales Tax on Distribution Services

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    Karachi, February 29, 2024 – In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) has affirmed the legitimacy of the Sindh Sales Tax on Supply Chain Management or Distribution (including Delivery) Services.

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  • Pakistan Records $59 Million Drop in Weekly Forex Reserves

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    Karachi, February 29, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported a significant drop of $59 million in the country’s weekly foreign exchange reserves on Thursday.

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  • FBR Directs Tax Offices to Remain Open Until 8:00 PM Today

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    Karachi, February 29, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed tax offices to remain open until 8:00 pm today, signaling an extended effort to ensure the timely collection of duty and taxes.

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  • FBR to Reveal New Active Taxpayers List on March 1, 2024

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    Karachi, February 29, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is gearing up to unveil the new Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for the tax year 2023 on March 1, 2024.

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  • Bank Alfalah Allocates Rs 3.6 Billion Amid Windfall Tax Challenge

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    Karachi, February 28, 2024 – Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s prominent banking institutions, has set aside a substantial sum of Rs 3.6 billion as a precautionary measure in anticipation of potential windfall tax payments.

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  • FPCCI Advocates for Corruption-Free Taxation System in Pakistan

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    Karachi, February 28, 2024 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) is pressing for a corruption-free taxation system in Pakistan, aiming for fair treatment within the tax machinery.

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  • MCB Bank Anticipates 3% Cut in Policy Rate During CY24

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    Karachi, February 28, 2024 – In a recent corporate briefing, MCB Bank has set its sights on a potential reduction of up to 3 percent in the existing policy rate of 22 percent during the current calendar year, according to insights provided by analysts at Arif Habib Limited.

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