Dongfeng Motor Pakistan has ignited fresh excitement in the local electric vehicle (EV) market by teasing the arrival of a new electric SUV, widely expected to be the Dongfeng Vigo Electric SUV. The teaser, shared via the brand’s official social media platforms, hints that something bold and electrifying is heading to Pakistani roads, instantly grabbing the attention of EV fans and prospective buyers.
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Analysts see KSE-100 Index reaching 208,000 points within a year
Karachi, December 27, 2025 – Analysts at Arif Habib Limited (AHL) have projected a strong but measured outlook for Pakistan’s equity market, forecasting that the benchmark KSE-100 Index could reach 208,000 points by December 2026. The optimistic projection is anchored in the market’s exceptional performance over the past three years and improving macroeconomic stability.
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England End 14-Year Ashes Drought With Boxing Day Test Win
England reignited the Ashes and ended a long-standing drought Down Under with a stunning four-wicket victory over Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), breathing fresh life into the iconic series. The emphatic win marked England’s first Test success on Australian soil in more than 14 years and significantly altered the momentum heading into the final match.
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SBP Issues Framework to Manage Climate-Related Financial Risks
Karachi, December 26, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at strengthening the financial sector’s ability to manage climate-related financial risks, reflecting the country’s growing exposure to climate change impacts.
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Dongfeng Teases Vigo Electric SUV Launch In Pakistan
Dongfeng Motor Pakistan has teased the arrival of a new electric SUV for the local market, sparking fresh excitement among EV enthusiasts across the country. The upcoming model, expected to be the Dongfeng Vigo Electric SUV, was recently hinted at through the brand’s official social media channels, suggesting that something electrifying is on the way.
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Honda Civic Hybrid Facelift Teased for Possible Pakistan Launch
Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan has once again grabbed the attention of car enthusiasts by teasing what appears to be the Honda Civic facelift, sparking strong speculation about an upcoming launch in Pakistan.
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Pakistan’s net forex reserves decline by $66 million in a week: SBP
Karachi, December 26, 2025 – Pakistan’s net foreign exchange (forex) reserves witnessed a modest decline of $66 million on a weekly basis, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday. Despite the drop, analysts believe the overall reserves position remains stable amid ongoing external payment pressures.
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KSE-100 Index hits historic high of 172,400 points on strong buying
Karachi, December 26, 2025 – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong bullish trend on Friday as its benchmark KSE-100 index surged to a new all-time high of 172,400 points, reflecting renewed investor confidence and broad-based buying across key sectors.
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Australia vs England: Bowlers dominate opening day of Boxing Day Test at MCG
Melbourne, December 26, 2025 — The opening day of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) turned into a thrilling contest as bowlers dominated in front of a record Boxing Day crowd.
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Pakistani rupee strengthens by 3 paisa against US dollar in interbank market
Karachi, December 26, 2025 — The Pakistani rupee gained 3 paisa against the US dollar in the interbank foreign exchange market on Friday, continuing its gradual upward trend amid improving economic indicators.
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