Chery Master Pakistan has achieved a record-breaking CKD line-off of the Tiggo 8 PHEV and Tiggo 9 PHEV within a span of five days, marking a defining milestone in its back-to-back rollout of plug-in hybrid models.
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Rupee edges higher against dollar on Saudi inflows
KARACHI, April 17, 2026 — The Pakistani rupee strengthened slightly against the US dollar on Friday, supported by a fresh $2 billion inflow from Saudi Arabia, according to State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data.
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KSE-100 jumps over 4,400 points as rally extends
KARACHI, April 17, 2026 — Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index surged by more than 4,400 points on Friday, extending its rally to a fourth consecutive session as investor sentiment improved on easing geopolitical concerns and expectations of renewed diplomacy in the Middle East.
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MG Pakistan Teases Hybrid+ and Super Hybrid Variants of New MG HS
MG Motor Pakistan has officially lifted the curtain on the hybrid lineup of its upcoming SUV, strongly hinting at the arrival of an updated MG HS in the local market.
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Bitcoin holds volatile weekly gains but remains lower year-on-year
Bitcoin traded in a volatile range over the past week, posting modest gains despite sharp intraday swings, while remaining significantly lower compared with levels seen a year earlier, according to compiled market data on Thursday.
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Islamabad United cruise past Karachi Kings with 8-wicket win
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — Islamabad United delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Karachi Kings by eight wickets in the 25th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday.
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Why PHEVs Are Outpacing EVs in Pakistan’s Auto Revolution: Chery Master
As the global auto industry accelerates toward electric mobility, a different trend is emerging in developing economies like Pakistan, where plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are gaining traction faster than fully electric vehicles (EVs).
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Pakistan forex reserves fall $1.37 billion after Eurobond repayment
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves declined sharply by $1.37 billion in the week ended April 10, 2026, primarily due to the repayment of a sovereign Eurobond, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Thursday.
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KSE-100 surges for third straight day as peace talk hopes fuel rally
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — Pakistan’s stock market extended its winning streak on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index rising for a third consecutive session as investor sentiment strengthened on expectations of renewed US–Iran peace talks.
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BankIslami to issue Rs5 billion Sukuk to strengthen capital base
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — BankIslami Pakistan Limited has approved the issuance of a Shariah-compliant Sukuk worth up to Rs5 billion, aiming to strengthen its regulatory capital and support future growth, the bank said in a filing with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday.
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