KARACHI, April 24, 2026 – Murree Brewery Company Limited reported a rise in net profit for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025-26, driven by steady demand and improved margins, according to financial results released on Friday.
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Pakistan launches high-tech fisheries research hub to boost blue economy
KARACHI – Pakistan has announced the establishment of a fisheries and aquaculture research and training centre at the Korangi Fish Harbour Authority (KoFHA) in Karachi, aiming to modernise the country’s underdeveloped maritime sector and expand its blue economy potential, officials said on Thursday.
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Retailers bleed Rs200 billion in just 15 days over early shop closure
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – The retailers have raised alarm over significant financial losses, estimating a Rs200 billion hit within just two weeks due to early shop closure policies, according to the Chainstore Association of Pakistan (CAP).
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Budget 2026–27: Khurram Ijaz calls for bold steps to boost exports
Karachi, April 22, 2026 — Khurram Ijaz, General Secretary of Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former Vice President of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, has called on policymakers to present a production-friendly federal budget for 2026–27, emphasizing the need to revive industrial growth and enhance exports.
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KCCI condemns shooting of Karachi industrialist, cites security fears
KARACHI, April 21, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry on (KCCI) Tuesday condemned a gun attack on a prominent industrialist in Karachi, warning that rising extortion and deteriorating law and order could undermine business confidence in Pakistan’s commercial hub.
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SECP orders firms to disclose ultimate beneficial ownership
ISLAMABAD, April 21, 2026 – Pakistan’s corporate regulator has directed all registered companies to ensure timely submission of ultimate beneficial ownership (UBO) information, warning of penalties for non-compliance.
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OICCI proposes 5% cap on withholding tax, urges major tax reform
KARACHI, April 20, 2026 — The Overseas Investors Chambers of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has recommended that Pakistan cap withholding tax rates at a maximum of 5%, arguing that such taxes should be used primarily to broaden the tax base rather than generate direct revenue.
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REAP optimistic: Diplomatic breakthroughs could propel Pakistan’s exports to $100 billion
KARACHI, April 20, 2026 – The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has expressed strong optimism regarding the cooling of tensions in the Middle East, attributing the positive shift to Pakistan’s proactive diplomatic efforts. According to REAP, this newfound regional stability could serve as a massive catalyst for national trade, potentially driving Pakistan’s total exports to a staggering $100 billion within the next three years.
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Foreign investors urge tax cuts, reforms in Pakistan budget 2026-27
KARACHI, April 19 — Foreign investors in Pakistan have called for sweeping tax reforms, including lower corporate tax rates and the phased elimination of additional levies, as part of proposals submitted for the federal budget 2026-27.
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Pakistan imports from UAE fall, exports rise in March amid Gulf tensions
Karachi, April 18, 2026 – Pakistan’s imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) declined sharply in March, while exports posted a modest increase, as regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict disrupted trade flows, central bank data showed.
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