Author: Shahnawaz Akhter

  • Circular Debt and High-Interest Rates Pose Challenges for PSO

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    Karachi, February 28, 2024 – Pakistan State Oil (PSO) is grappling with formidable challenges as circular debt and soaring interest rates have substantially increased financial costs, according to a report unveiled on Wednesday.

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  • Govt’s Bank Borrowing Exceeds Rs 4 Trillion by Mid-February

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    Karachi, February 28, 2024 – Alarming figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reveal that the government’s bank borrowing has surged beyond Rs 4 trillion by mid-February of the current fiscal year.

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  • FPCCI Disapproves Three-Fold Rise in KGTL Terminal Charges

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    Karachi, February 27, 2024 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has strongly criticized the Karachi Gateway Terminal Limited (KGTL) for implementing a three-fold increase in terminal charges, raising concerns within the business community.

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  • Bank Deposits Reach Rs 27.54 Trillion, Marking 21% YoY Growth

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    Karachi, February 26, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported a significant surge in bank deposits, reaching a staggering Rs 27.54 trillion by the end of January 2024, marking a substantial 21% year-on-year growth.

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  • Pakistan Achieves Record High with 5.73 Million Active Taxpayers

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    Karachi, February 26, 2024 – Pakistan has set a historic record with 5.73 million active taxpayers, according to official data released by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Monday.

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  • Habib Bank Launches HBL Zarai Services for Agri Development

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    Burewala, February 26, 2024 –Habib Bank Limited (HBL) unveiled its latest venture, HBL Zarai Services, in Burewala on Monday for advancing agricultural development and bolstering food security in Pakistan,

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  • UAE Conglomerate Expresses Interest in Acquiring TME Shares

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    Karachi, February 26, 2024 – TPL Trakker Limited, a prominent player in location-based services and fleet management, has disclosed that a UAE-based conglomerate is keen on acquiring a substantial equity stake in Trakker Middle East (TME), an associated company of TPL Trakker Limited.

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  • PSO Clarifies Greenfield Refinery Project Amidst Reports

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    Karachi, February 26, 2024 – Pakistan State Oil (PSO) addressed recent reports concerning the establishment of the Greenfield Refinery Project on Monday, seeking to provide clarity on the situation.

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  • UBL Hopes Positive Outcome in Rs 4.09 Billion SBP Penalty Case

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    Karachi, February 26, 2024 – United Bank Limited (UBL) is optimistic about a favorable outcome regarding the penalty of Rs 4.09 billion imposed by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), as disclosed in its annual financial statement for the calendar year 2023.

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  • Pakistan Banks Enjoy 83% Profit Growth Amid High Interest Rates

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    Karachi, February 25, 2024 – The banking sector in Pakistan has witnessed a remarkable surge, with financial institutions reporting an impressive 83% growth in profit after tax for the calendar year 2023, thanks to the record high interest rates prevailing in the country.

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