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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Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account surplus in March 2026
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — Pakistan recorded a current account surplus of $1.07 billion in March 2026, according to balance of payments data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday, reflecting an improvement from the previous month despite ongoing regional tensions.
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MG Pakistan Expected to Launch New 2026 MG HS Facelift in Pakistan
MG Pakistan is gearing up to shake up the local SUV market once again, with strong indications pointing toward the launch of the 2026 MG HS facelift in Pakistan.
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