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India says trade talks with US remain constructive after Washington visit
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:42:00 +05:00

A person drives a truck inside a shipping container yard in Navi Mumbai, India, February 4, 2026.— Reuters/FileNo outcome emerges from latest round of talks: official.US tariff policy has complicated negotiations.Official says Indian delegation to return by Friday.

India and the...

US military runs Bitcoin node, tests cybersecurity applications
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:49:00 +05:00

Commander of US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo testifies during a House Armed Services Committee hearing, on April 22, 2026. — YouTube/@HouseArmedServices

The United States military is operating a Bitcoin node and using the protocol in operational tests aimed at...

Pakistan seeks three spot LNG cargoes in first tender since December 2023
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:37:00 +05:00

This representational file photo shows a fisherman standing in his boat as a liquid natural gas tanker passes the coast near Havana. — Reuters Company eyes three LNG cargoes of around 140,000 cubic metres each.Company seeks bids for cargoes from int'l suppliers by mid of...

Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +05:00

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attends a Senate Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee hearing on President Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget request for the Department of the Treasury, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 22,...

Oil surges past 4% as Iran keeps Hormuz locked, defying US blockade pressure
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:38:44 +05:00

People walk past an installation depicting a barrel of oil with the logo of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries in Baku, Azerbaijan, November 19, 2024. — Reuters

Analysts say investors betting Hormuz disruption will be temporary.CEOs voice concerns...

New tariff cuts on the cards under new auto policy to liberalise vehicle imports
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:10:00 +05:00

A representational image showing a large number of electric vehicles parked at a port. — AFP/File

Four-tier tariff structure to replace system.Used car duties to gradually decline.Policy aims to boost localisation, cut prices.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to...

‘How energy pricing is undermining Pakistan's industrial future'
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:02:00 +05:00

A general view shows an oil refinery. — Reuters/File

Pakistan’s recent diplomatic success in helping ease tensions between the US and Iran has elevated its standing as a constructive player on the global stage.

The development comes at a time when...

Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:19:00 +05:00

Druzhba oil pipeline between Hungary and Russia is seen at the Hungarian MOL Group's Danube Refinery in Szazhalombatta, Hungary, May 18, 2022. — Reuters

Equities mostly in red following another down day on Wall Street.Hong Kong, Sydney, Singapore, Seoul and...

Oil prices climb 5% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:14:00 +05:00

A drone view of a pump jack and drilling rig south of Midland, Texas, US June 11, 2025. — Reuters

Oil prices climbed about 5% on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump said he did not want to extend a soon-to-expire ceasefire in the Iran war and that the US military was...

Azerbaijan says ready to supply LNG as Pakistan faces shortages amid Mideast conflict
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:26:00 +05:00

A liquefied natural gas tanker is tugged towards a thermal power station in Futtsu, east of Tokyo, Japan on November 13, 2017. — ReutersPakistan seeks LNG cargoes as energy shortfall deepens.LNG imports from QatarEnergy halted after Hormuz closure.Socar says ready to supply LNG to...

IMF sets 11 new conditions for Pakistan ahead of $1.2bn tranche approval
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:28:59 +05:00

This file photo taken on January 26, 2022, shows the seal of the International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC. — AFPSEZ incentives to be phased out.NAB law tweaks planned by 2027.Forex regime liberalisation roadmap to be developed.

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary...

Oil prices dip, most stocks rise on lingering Iran peace hopes
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:04:00 +05:00

Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam, Oman, April 20, 2026. — ReutersConflict sends crude soaring and revives inflation fears globally.Islamic republic's position remains uncertain on peace talks.Seoul leads equity market gains thanks to resumption of tech...

SBP receives final $1bn from Saudi Arabia, fresh deposit reaches $3bn
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:43:00 +05:00

A moneychanger counts $100 banknotes at an exchange company. — Reuters/FileSecond tranche follows earlier $2bn deposit inflow.Saudi support boosts reserves amid external financing pressures.IMF programme targets reserves above $18bn by June.

The State Bank of Pakistan has...

Pakistan faces oil shock risks amid Mideast conflict, warns minister
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:35:00 +05:00

Shipping containers are seen at the Karachi port in Karachi, June 10, 2025. — ReutersMinister says economy demonstrated remarkable stabilisation.Pakistan vulnerable to global energy markets disruptions: Iqbal.Iqbal terms ongoing Middle East conflict major external shock.

Pakistan upsizes Eurobond issuance to $750m amid 'strong investor demand'
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:06:00 +05:00

A foreign currency dealer counts US dollars at a shop in Karachi, Pakistan, May 19, 2022. — AFP/FileUpsizing reflects stronger investor demand: adviser.Govt exercises Green Shoe Option to expand issuance.Adviser says upsizing built momentum for future issuances.

The...

PSX falls as US-Iran tensions, oil surge hit sentiment
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:12:00 +05:00

Stockbrokers monitor share prices during a trading session at the Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi on April 8, 2026. — AFP KSE-100 Index closed at 172,196.7, down 1,742.31 points, or 1%.Index hit intraday high of 174,523.76, up 584.75 points, or 0.34%.Index recorded low of...

Power demand rises as heat intensifies; LNG cargoes sought to avert load-shedding
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:53:01 +05:00

Representational image of electricity bulbs. — PixabayPower Division warns failure to secure LNG supplies may result in more load-shedding.Power producers likely to rely on costly diesel in absence of LNG.Gas supply to CNG sector in May is expected to be cut off amid regional...

Oil surges over 7%, stocks slide as Iran-US naval flare-up unsettles markets
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:30:38 +05:00

Oil, miniatures of oil barrels, oil pump jack and US dollar banknote are seen in this illustration taken on June 6, 2023. — ReutersBrent crude oil jumps ~7% to $96.85 in early Asian trade.S&P 500 futures fall ~0.9% as risk sentiment weakens.Euro slips 0.3%, yen eases ~0.2% against US...

State minister reaffirms govt's commitment to inclusive, consultative budget process
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:49:00 +05:00

Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani holds meeting with Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry leaders and members in Karachi on April 19, 2026. — Ministry of FinanceKayani, OICCI meeting focuses budget priorities, reforms agenda.Minister assures proposals to...

Pakistan to pitch Discos privatisation in global roadshows across key markets
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:18:32 +05:00

A representational image of a transmission tower, also known as an electricity pylon. — AFP/FilePrivatisation plan awaits final approval from CCoP.Iesco, Gepco, Fesco included in first phase.45-day campaign targets foreign, local investors.

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