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USA
Iran announced a halt to retaliatory attacks against US allies in the Middle East after Washington paused its strikes, signaling a potential de-escalation.
USA
The Iran war expanded as Yemen's Houthis attacked Saudi oil installations in the Red Sea, threatening key shipping routes, despite a pause in US strikes.
Pakistan
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal called for a swift shift to electric vehicles to curb Pakistan's 80% transport petrol consumption, aiming to reduce import costs and boost exports.
Pakistan
Unofficial dollar remittances via hundi/hawala have significantly decreased due to the Gulf war, impacting Pakistan's forex market.
Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan is widely expected to maintain its policy rate at 11.5% on Monday, prioritizing stability amidst the Gulf war and elevated global oil prices.
USA
Iran's oil ministry announced it sold $18 billion worth of oil during its conflict and ceasefire with the US, covering over 60% of its budget forecast.
USA
Impact on Gold Japan's Finance Minister reiterated readiness for decisive forex action as the yen hit a 40-year low, driven by climbing oil prices and safe-haven dollar demand amid Fed rate hike fears.
PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja lambasted the government for widespread corruption, economic negligence, and administrative failures, citing wheat and fuel crises.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has called on PM Sharif to withdraw the daily petroleum pricing mechanism, warning it creates uncertainty and fuels inflation.
Pakistan
Pakistan's Commerce Minister directs PHDEC to enhance horticulture exports through value-addition and modern tech, aiming for export-led growth.
Pakistan
Pakistan's chilli industry faces a crisis due to unsafe hybrid varieties, potential carcinogens, and weak regulation, leading to lost export markets and public health risks.
Escalating Middle East conflict, including a Houthi blockade, threatens vital shipping lanes and has unsettled energy markets, raising global oil price and inflation concerns.
Pakistan
Pakistan's government kept petrol and diesel prices unchanged for July 26-27, following recent increases and a new daily pricing mechanism linked to international oil market volatility.
Pakistan
Pakistan's government maintained petrol and diesel prices for July 26-27 at Rs335.18 and Rs383.46 per litre, respectively, following increases for July 25.
Pakistan
Finance Minister Aurangzeb announced government efforts to reform FBR, expand the tax net, and promote a cashless economy for Pakistan's sustainable economic development.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Pakistan's gold market saw prices increase by Rs300 per tola on Saturday, reaching Rs427,736, as international bullion rates also edged higher.
Pakistan
Pakistan's rapidly growing digital economy, with rising IT exports and digital transactions, is hampered by corporate bureaucracy, costing brands revenue and market share.
Pakistan
US President Donald Trump has launched a new wave of durable tariffs, including a 10% duty on 60 countries, explicitly naming Pakistan over forced-labor concerns.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Gold prices in Pakistan increased on Friday, with per tola gaining Rs300 to reach Rs427,736, mirroring a rise in the international market.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) signed a $16 billion lease and leaseback deal for its crude oil pipeline network with Blackstone, KKR, and Brookfield.
USA
Houthi rebels claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia as US President Trump considers harder strikes on Iran, deepening regional conflict.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Global crude oil prices surged to $100/barrel due to Middle East tensions, while Pakistan's weekly inflation (SPI) increased by 9.66% year-on-year.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Pakistan's Sensitive Price Index (SPI) climbed 9.66% year-on-year for the week ending July 23, marking its 67th consecutive weekly increase.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Pakistan's private sector opposes government-led wheat imports, urging approval for 4m tonnes by private firms to prevent losses and stabilize domestic prices.
Federal Tax Ombudsman identifies a systemic flaw in FBR's FASTER sales tax refund system, adversely affecting Pakistani exporters.
Pakistan
Pakistan's government has cut the mark-up on development loans to provinces and entities to 11.89% for FY26, down from 17.74%, following a central bank policy rate reduction.
Pakistan
NHA expects to complete 21 projects by FY27, but faces over PKR 3 trillion in liabilities due to funding constraints, highlighting Pakistan's fiscal challenges.
Pakistan
The North Karachi Association of Trade & Industry (NKATI) warns that daily revisions in petroleum prices are creating economic uncertainty, hindering industrial growth and export competitiveness.
Pakistan
PTI cautioned that Pakistan's preferential trade access to the EU under GSP+ is at risk due to human rights concerns and criticized recent fuel price increases.
Pakistan
A Senate committee expressed alarm over the federal government's expanded ministries and soaring PKR 19,000 billion expenditure, urging cuts to save PKR 5-6 trillion.
Pakistan
Pakistan's DPM Dar highlighted severe terrorism threats from Afghanistan at the SCO meeting, citing over 2,000 incidents and 560 deaths in 2026.
A new survey reveals global operating costs sharply increased in Q2 2026 due to soaring commodity prices, supply chain issues, and Middle East conflict impacts, potentially fueling inflation and tight
Pakistan
Federal Minister Jam Kamal Khan met with the Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association to discuss policy measures for enhancing export competitiveness.
Federal Tax Ombudsman identified a systemic flaw in FBR's FASTER sales tax refund system, adversely affecting exporters and undermining automated refunds.
Pakistan
LCCI highlights Pakistan's significant decline in FDI to $1.64 billion, urging long-term economic policies and reforms to boost investor confidence.
USA
Saudi and US forces launch strikes in Yemen and Iran, escalating regional tensions and disrupting critical Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz oil shipping.
Pakistan
Pakistan's government has increased petrol prices by Rs3.66 and diesel by Rs4.80 per litre for July 25 under its revised daily petroleum pricing mechanism.
Pakistan
Pakistan's federal government has increased petrol prices by Rs3.66 and diesel by Rs4.80 per litre, effective July 25, under its revised daily pricing mechanism.
Pakistan
India's central bank intervened across multiple markets to defend the Rupee against the US Dollar as it approached record lows, driven by persistent oil price pressures.
Pakistan
Pakistan's government has increased petrol by Rs3.66 and HSD by Rs4.80 per litre, citing fluctuating global oil prices and Persian Gulf hostilities.
USA
Donald Trump cautioned China and Russia against participating in the Iran conflict, as the US House approved a $95bn budget including war funding.
Houthi rebels clarified they are not blocking the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait entirely, but their actions have already caused Brent crude to surge over $100.
USA
Impact on Gold US stocks dropped as Mideast tensions escalated, oil prices surged past $100, and Fed rate hike chances increased, signaling potential shifts for gold and currencies.
USA
Impact on Gold Surging oil prices and higher US Treasury yields are driving increased bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike, fueling global inflation concerns.
Fifteen security personnel were martyred and 12 terrorists killed in a suicide attack on a joint police check post in Tank, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Pakistan
Impact on Gold Gold prices in Pakistan fell by Rs4,600 per tola, reaching Rs427,436, mirroring a $46 drop in the international market to $4,050 per ounce.
USA
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East persist with US warnings to Iran, raising concerns over energy supply disruptions despite a retreat in oil prices.
Pakistan
DPM Ishaq Dar called on the SCO to press the Afghan Taliban on counterterrorism commitments, citing over 2,000 attacks and 560 deaths in Pakistan this year.
Malaysian palm oil futures reached a 15-week high, driven by robust crude oil prices and concerns over Red Sea energy flows and escalating Middle East conflicts.
India
Impact on Gold Brent crude briefly topped $100 a barrel due to escalating Middle East conflict, causing Indian shares to log weekly losses on inflation and trade deficit concerns.
