The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has explained key tax definitions related to stock market transactions, aiming to help investors better understand their tax obligations, capital gains calculations, and compliance requirements.
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What Constitutes ‘Smuggling’ Under Pakistan Customs Act 1969 – 2026 Guide
For importers, exporters, and traders in Pakistan, understanding the definition of smuggling under the Customs Act, 1969 is crucial to avoid legal penalties, seizures, or prosecution.
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Pakistan’s headline inflation surges to 3.5% in May 2025
Islamabad, June 2, 2025 – Headline inflation in Pakistan witnessed a notable rise in May 2025, reaching 3.5% year-on-year (YoY) as reported by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Monday.
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FBR Defines Resident, Non-Resident Persons for Tax Treatment
Karachi, September 22, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued clear guidelines categorizing resident and non-resident persons for tax purposes under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for the tax year 2024-25.
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FBR Defines Resident for Tax Year 2024 in Pakistan
Karachi, February 4, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan has recently provided a comprehensive definition for resident individuals, associations of persons, and companies for the tax year 2024.
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FBR Defines Taxable Activity in Pakistan for Sales Tax Levy During Tax Year 2024
Karachi, November 12, 2023 – Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has defined taxable activity in Pakistan for levy of sales tax during tax year 2024.
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Retail Price in Pakistan Explained Under Sales Tax Law for Tax Year 2024
Karachi, November 12, 2023 – Retail price in Pakistan has been explained under Sales Tax Act, 1990 by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for Tax Year 2024.
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Input Tax and Output Tax under Sales Tax Act for Tax Year 2024
Input tax and output tax have been explained under Sales Tax Act, 1990 for Tax Year 2024 by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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Green industry in Pakistan defined for Tax Year 2024
Green industry in Pakistan has been defined for Tax Year 2024 under updated Sales Tax Act, 1990 released by Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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Updated Definition of Tier-1 Retailers for Tax Year 2023-24 in Pakistan
As the tax landscape evolves, tax authorities in Pakistan have recently issued an updated definition of Tier-1 retailers for the Tax Year 2023-24.
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