KARACHI, May 15, 2025 — The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic trading session on Thursday as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged to an all-time high, closing at a remarkable 119,962 points.
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Pakistan’s tax system overburdens poor, hinders growth: WB
KARACHI, May 14, 2025 — The World Bank has raised serious concerns about the structure and effectiveness of Pakistan’s tax system, highlighting its limited revenue generation, economic distortions, and disproportionate impact on low-income groups.
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PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on FBR officials aiding tax evaders
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed strict action against officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) found guilty of facilitating tax evasion.
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FBR to launch remote image analysis system for port integration
Karachi, May 13, 2025 – In a major step towards modernizing its operations, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to implement a cutting-edge Remote Image Analysis Center (RIAC) aimed at integrating data across all entry and exit points of the country, including seaports, land border posts, and airports.
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Pakistan may abolish sales tax on cotton in 2025-26 budget
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 — The government of Pakistan is considering a significant tax reform by planning to abolish the 18% sales tax on locally produced cotton in the upcoming federal budget for 2025-26.
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Pakistan to auction massive stock of seized Iranian diesel, petrol
Karachi, May 12, 2025 – The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Gadani, of Pakistan Customs has announced a large-scale public auction of seized Iranian petroleum products, including high-speed diesel (HSD) and petrol, to be held on May 15, 2025, at Gadani.
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PSX hits single-day highest-ever gain on ceasefire jubilation
Karachi, May 12, 2025 – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed its highest-ever single-day gain on Monday, surging by a massive 10,123 points as investor sentiment soared following the announcement of a ceasefire between Pakistan and India, along with the disbursement of funds from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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PSX soars 8.84% at day break amid ceasefire euphoria
Karachi, May 12, 2025 – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic surge on Monday morning, driven by jubilant investor sentiment following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India.
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Pakistan may introduce capital value tax for crypto assets
Karachi, May 11, 2025 – Pakistan is likely to introduce a Capital Value Tax (CVT) on crypto assets held by resident citizens, as the government moves toward formalizing regulation for digital currencies.
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Sindh leads in sales tax on services collection during 9MFY25
Islamabad, May 10, 2025 – Sindh has emerged as the top-performing province in Pakistan in terms of sales tax collection on services during the first nine months (July–March) of the current fiscal year 2024–25, showcasing a robust growth of 25%.
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