Mubarak Zeb Khan

FBR receives 76pc more tax returns

Quantity of overall returns increases significantly since last year. Updated 08 Nov, 2024 10:31am

KP makes first honey shipment to Malaysia

Commerce minister says 'significant breakthrough' that can help Pakistan agri exports. Published 07 Nov, 2024 06:35am

Provinces asked to ensure effective price control

Committee examines discrepancies between wholesale and retail prices in regions. Updated 06 Nov, 2024 10:09am

Services export grows 6pc in July-September

Growth mainly driven by a surge in information technology. Updated 05 Nov, 2024 10:46am

Analysis: Is mini-budget inevitable amid missed targets?

Govt faces mounting pressure as IMF review looms. Updated 03 Nov, 2024 10:22am

Exports rise 13pc to $10.8bn

Trade deficit narrows to $6.97bn in July-October period. Published 02 Nov, 2024 06:37am

October inflation rises to 7.2pc amid food costs hike

Despite increase, rate remains much lower than highs recorded earlier this year. Published 02 Nov, 2024 06:37am

Tax collection falls short by Rs101bn in Oct

Decrease mainly caused by reduced collection at import stage and domestic sales tax collection. Published 01 Nov, 2024 08:38am

Low imports, inflation hit revenue collection

IMF team due next month for first review. Updated 31 Oct, 2024 09:32am

FBR raises property valuation by up to 80pc in 56 cities

Latest revision covers 12 new cities in addition to 44 previously included; new rates expected to boost revenue, shift cash from real estate. Published 30 Oct, 2024 07:59am

Stakeholders ask provinces to abolish export cess

Commerce minister says looking to resolve issues swiftly, with decisions expected at "highest level". Updated 29 Oct, 2024 08:58am

Trade deficit with regional states balloons 62pc

Trade experts attribute surge mainly to increased imports from China, India. Afghanistan. Updated 27 Oct, 2024 10:51am

Temporary vehicle imports allowed to boost tourism

Baggage rules amended to confiscate goods in bulk. Published 27 Oct, 2024 07:40am

Textile exporters warn of collapse if gas to CPPs halted

They say that lack of immediate alternatives could trigger mass closures within industry. Updated 26 Oct, 2024 10:47am

Pakistan holds first-ever trade expo in Oman

Pakistan’s Ambassador to Oman Imran Ali says forum marks a new chapter in the economic partnership between the two countries. Published 20 Oct, 2024 07:47am

FBR recovers Rs700m in crackdown against sales tax fraud

Study claims big companies rob the exchequer of Rs3tr every year. Updated 20 Oct, 2024 09:56am

Oil imports surge in first quarter

The overall import bill has risen mainly due to the increased arrival of petroleum crude, machinery and automobile sectors. Updated 19 Oct, 2024 10:25am

Big industry output falls 2.7 per cent in August

The LSM has grown positively for the last six months since December 2023 before entering negative territory in June. Updated 18 Oct, 2024 08:20am

Affidavit condition for exporters deferred

FBR will receive alternative proposals from stakeholders till Oct 31 to curb menace of falsified sales tax returns. Updated 18 Oct, 2024 08:26am

Pakistan, Iran pledge to remove trade barriers

Comm­erce Minister Jam Kamal stresses need for stronger economic cooperation to enhance bilateral trade, promote prosperity in the region. Updated 17 Oct, 2024 09:08am