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Moody’s, the global credit rating agency, has upgraded the long-term deposit ratings of five major Pakistani banks. These banks have seen their ratings rise from Caa3 to Caa2. In addition to the rating upgrade, the outlook for these banks has also been revised to positive from stable, reflecting an optimistic view of their future performance. …
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A prominent economist, Dr. Kaiser Bengali, has resigned from three major government committees in protest against the federal government’s austerity measures, according to news reported on Saturday. In his resignation letter to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Cabinet Secretary Kamran Afzal, Dr. Bengali expressed his dissatisfaction with the government’s approach to cost-cutting. He acknowledged that …
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The salaried class in Pakistan paid Rs. 375 billion in taxes last year. This figure is expected to rise to Rs. 450 billion this year, according to recent data. The salaried individuals continue to be the largest contributors to the national tax pool. In stark contrast, the retail sector’s tax contributions are significantly lower. Only …
The privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will be completed by October 1, 2024. The Privatization Commission Secretary informed the Senate Committee of the privatization during a recent meeting. This move follows directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who has set the deadline to ensure the process is completed on time. The government aims to …
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The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has reported a total income of PKR 96.8 billion for the first half of 2024. This marks a 5.1% increase from the PKR 92.2 billion recorded in the same period last year. The bank’s performance was particularly strong in the second quarter of 2024, with income reaching PKR 54.4 …
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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has designated Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for the year 2024. This decision is part of the ongoing effort to ensure financial stability in the country and aligns with the framework introduced by the SBP in April 2018. The framework is designed to meet international standards while considering both …
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Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s local and foreign currency issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings to Caa2 from Caa3. The improvement in macroeconomic conditions prompted the upgrade, Moody’s said on Tuesday. Moody’s also upgraded the rating for Pakistan’s senior unsecured MTN programme to (P)Caa2 from (P)Caa3. The outlook for the Government of Pakistan has shifted …
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Traders across Pakistan are on strike today, protesting against the government’s new tax reforms. The strike has led to widespread business closures in major cities. Traders’ associations and political parties support the strike, highlighting their frustration with the tax policies. Political parties backing the strike include Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F), Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), …
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Pakistan is set to host its first International Date Festival this October, following the signing of a significant agreement between the UAE Embassy and Zubair Motiwala, Chief Executive of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP). This landmark event aims to spotlight Pakistan’s date industry and foster stronger economic ties between Pakistan and the UAE. …
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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has given its approval for the acquisition of an 8.33% shareholding in M/s. National Investment Trust Limited (NITL) by two Pakistani residents, marking a significant shift in the ownership structure of the country’s oldest and most prestigious investment management company. This transaction will result in M/s. Adamjee Foundation ceasing …
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