Karachi, January 26, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has voiced serious concerns over the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to maintain the policy rate at 10.5%, urging the central bank to reconsider its stance amid slowing business momentum.
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Pakistan introduces new DLTL regime to boost rice exports
Islamabad, January 24, 2026 — The Government of Pakistan has announced a special Drawback of Local Taxes and Levies (DLTL) regime aimed at facilitating and boosting rice exports from the country.
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SBP tightens export rules; new undertakings required for payments
Karachi, Jan 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced stricter rules for exporters, requiring them to submit a new Undertaking/Declaration through the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) system for receipt of payments via Authorized Dealers (ADs).
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Nestlé pledges $60 million additional investment in Pakistan
Islamabad, January 22, 2026 – Global food and beverage giant Nestlé on Thursday announced a further $60 million investment in Pakistan, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country.
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FED on day-old chicks sparks alarm: Poultry sector warns of chicken shortage, price hike
Office bearers of the Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA) have raised serious concerns over the government’s decision to retain a Federal Excise Duty (FED) of Rs10 on day-old chicks, warning that the move could destabilize the poultry industry and threaten national food security.
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SGFL approves joint venture with Chinese firm to manufacture footwear in Pakistan
Karachi, January 21, 2026 – The Board of Directors of Service Global Footwear Limited (SGFL) has approved a series of key strategic decisions aimed at expanding the company’s manufacturing footprint and export potential. The approvals were granted during the board meeting held on January 20, 2026, according to a company statement shared with Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday.
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KCCI expresses grief over Gul Plaza fire, forms committee to assess losses
Karachi, January 18, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gul Plaza on M.A. Jinnah Road, which claimed precious human lives and caused massive destruction to one of Karachi’s busiest commercial hubs.
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Pakistan’s rice exports drop 50% in 1HFY26 amid tax and price challenges
Islamabad, January 18, 2026 – Pakistan’s rice exports plunged 50% during the first half of fiscal year 2025-26 (July–December), declining to $940 million from $1.88 billion in the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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FPCCI criticizes government over hike in petroleum levy
Islamabad: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has sharply criticized the government’s recent increase in petroleum levies, warning that it is placing further financial strain on consumers and businesses already grappling with high inflation.
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Pakistan’s textile exports drop 8.56% in December 2025 amid mixed gains
Islamabad, January 17, 2026 — Pakistan’s textile exports fell 8.56% year-on-year (YoY) in December 2025, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The country earned $1.35 billion from textile exports last month, down from $1.48 billion in December 2024. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, exports also declined by 5.11% compared to $1.42 billion in November 2025.
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