Karachi, November 2, 2024 – Pakistan’s economy appears to be on a path of gradual stabilization, supported by the new International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, according to analysts at Topline Securities Limited. With significant improvements in external accounts, a sharp decrease in inflation, and fiscal consolidation, analysts suggest that while the growth outlook remains modest, the country’s economic fundamentals are strengthening.
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FBR Notifies Key Reshuffle of IRS Officers in BS-20 and BS-21
Islamabad, November 1, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) issued a notification on Friday detailing a significant reshuffle among Inland Revenue Service (IRS) officers in grades BS-20 and BS-21.
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Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Contracts by 5.59% in 4MFY25
Islamabad, November 1, 2024 – Pakistan’s trade deficit narrowed by 5.59% during the first four months (July-October) of the fiscal year 2024-25, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The trade deficit stood at $6.97 billion, a significant reduction from $7.39 billion recorded during the same period last year, signaling a positive shift in the country’s trade balance.
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Pakistan’s CPI Inflation Rises to 7.2% in October 2024
Islamabad, November 1, 2024 – Pakistan’s headline inflation, as gauged by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), surged to 7.2% on a year-on-year basis in October 2024, up from 6.9% in September. This increase, while marginal, underscores an emerging inflationary trend following the more extreme inflationary environment of 2023, which saw a dramatic 26.8% rise in prices year-on-year in October.
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FBR Unveils ATL 2024: 5.34 Million Taxpayers Get Active Status
Islamabad, November 1, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) released its Active Taxpayers List (ATL) on Friday, marking a pivotal shift in Pakistan’s tax compliance framework. This year’s ATL reflects filings based on income tax returns for the fiscal year 2024, with approximately 5.34 million taxpayers now classified as active following timely submissions by October 31, 2024.
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Pakistan Raises Petrol, Diesel Prices Effective November 1, 2024
Islamabad, October 31, 2024 – In an announcement made on Thursday, the government of Pakistan revealed a revision in petroleum prices, effective November 1, 2024. For the first half of the month, the price of petrol has seen a modest rise, impacting consumers across the country amid shifting global market trends.
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New Valuations for Karachi Properties: FBR Issues SRO 1724
Karachi, October 31, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced new valuations for immovable properties in Karachi, ushering in significant changes to the property landscape with implications for withholding tax collection. Issued under SRO 1724(I)/2024 on October 29, 2024, the updated valuations will take effect on November 1, 2024, and apply to properties spanning Karachi’s residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
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Pakistan Records Historic Budget Surplus After Decades of Deficits
Karachi, October 31, 2024 – In a landmark development, Pakistan has reported its first budget surplus in decades, marking a significant turnaround for the nation’s economic landscape. The surplus, recorded at 1.4% of the GDP for the first quarter (July-September) of the fiscal year 2024-25, reflects an amount of PKR 1.7 trillion. This achievement comes amid Pakistan’s longstanding struggle with fiscal deficits and spiraling debt.
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PSO Discloses Billions in Tax Contingencies Amid Ongoing Appeals
Karachi, October 31, 2024 – Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has revealed substantial tax contingencies totaling billions of rupees as of September 30, 2024, according to its latest financial report.
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Non-Filers’ Nightmare: FBR Set to Release ATL 2024
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is poised to unveil the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for 2024, a move that signals a stern warning for non-filers.
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