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KSE-100 Index falls 1,463.60 points to close at 179,846.68 amid broad-based selling at the Pakistan Stock Exchange

PSX Extends Decline as KSE-100 Drops 1,464 Points on Broad-Based Selling

11 Aug 2026 • 11:10

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its downward trend on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index losing more than 1,460 points ...

KSE-100 Index declines 346.57 points to close at 181,430.02 as profit-taking weighs on the Pakistan Stock Exchange

PSX Ends Lower as KSE-100 Drops 347 Points Amid Profit-Taking

07 Aug 2026 • 12:11

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Friday's trading session in negative territory, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index declining 3...

Pakistan Stock Exchange explores acquiring an additional stake in National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited.

PSX Explores Higher Stake in NCCPL

07 Aug 2026 • 06:40

Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) has initiated discussions with one or more existing shareholders of National Clearing Company of Pa...

Pakistan Stock Exchange announces July 2026 re-composition of the JS Momentum Factor Index.

PSX Rebalances JS Momentum Factor Index, Replaces Nine Stocks

07 Aug 2026 • 05:14

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has completed the re-composition of the JS Momentum Factor Index (JSMFI) as of July 31, 2026, replacing...

Pakistan auto sales rise 79.6% year-on-year to 19,818 units in July 2026, according to PAMA data.

Pakistan Auto Sales Surge 80 pc YoY to 19,818 Units in July

11 Aug 2026 • 11:27

Pakistan's automobile sales, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), vans and jeeps, surged 79.6% year-on-year t...

PSX Extends Decline as KSE-100 Drops 1,464 Points on Broad-Based Selling

11 Aug 2026 • 11:10

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its downward trend on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index losing more than 1,460 points ...

KAPCO discloses that associated company Attock Cement is evaluating a potential merger with Fauji Cement Company Limited.

KAPCO Discloses Attock Cement Potential Merger with Fauji Cement

11 Aug 2026 • 10:19

Kot Addu Power Company Limited (PSX: KAPCO) has informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) that its associated company, Attock Cement Pak...

Fauji Cement Company Limited reports Rs16.18 billion profit for FY26 and announces a 15% final cash dividend.

Fauji Cement Profit Rises 21 pc to Rs16.18bn in FY26, Announces 15 pc Final Dividend

11 Aug 2026 • 09:52

Fauji Cement Company Limited (PSX: FCCL) reported a strong financial performance for the year ended June 30, 2026, with profit after tax ...

Government revises petroleum levy and climate support levy on petrol and diesel

Government Revises Fuel Levies, Raises Climate Support Levy to Rs5 Per Litre

02 Jul 2026 • 04:34

The federal government has revised the levy structure on petroleum products by reducing the Petroleum Levy (PL) on petrol and high-speed ...

Finance Division announces quarterly funds release strategy for FY2026-27 development budget

Finance Division Issues FY2026-27 Funds Release Strategy for PSDP Projects

02 Jul 2026 • 04:31

The Finance Division has announced the funds release strategy for the development and recurrent budgets for FY2026-27, stating that all b...

Benazir Income Support Programme expands beneficiary coverage and digital inclusion initiatives

BISP Budget Proposed at Rs844 Billion for FY27 as Programme Expands Social Protection Coverage

23 Jun 2026 • 04:43

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is set for a significant expansion in FY2026-27, with the federal government proposing an all...

Senate Finance Committee reviews telecom sector proposals for tax reductions and digital growth

Senate Panel Seeks Justification for Proposed Cut in Telecom Taxes

16 Jun 2026 • 04:49

The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue has asked the Telecom Operators’ Association (TOA) to submit written justification f...

Pakistan's Ambassador to the US visits Calderon Textiles to strengthen textile trade ties between Pakistan and the United States.

Pak Textiles Strengthen US Market Presence

07 Aug 2026 • 12:03

Calderon Textiles, an Indiana-based supplier of textile solutions to the hospitality and healthcare sectors, continues to source a signif...

Mining industry leaders gather at the Mining Technical Conference 2026 to discuss innovation and collaboration in Pakistan's mineral sector.

Mining Leaders Call for Innovation to Unlock Pakistan's Mineral Potential

07 Aug 2026 • 10:14

Pakistan's mining industry stakeholders gathered in Karachi on Wednesday for the Mining Technical Conference 2026, hosted by Sindh E...

Pakistan and Belarus discuss local-currency settlements and trade cooperation during a meeting in Islamabad.

Pakistan, Belarus Discuss Local Currency Trade Mechanism

07 Aug 2026 • 07:32

Pakistan and Belarus have agreed to continue consultations on secure and mutually acceptable payment mechanisms, including local-currency...

Pakistan and Denmark sign an MoU to strengthen cooperation on green energy and renewable power.

Pakistan, Denmark Launch Green Energy Partnership

06 Aug 2026 • 07:03

Pakistan and Denmark have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC) Programme, marking ...

KAPCO Discloses Attock Cement Potential Merger with Fauji Cement

11 Aug 2026 • 10:19

Kot Addu Power Company Limited (PSX: KAPCO) has informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) that its associated company, Attock Cement Pak...

Lucky Cement plans additional Rs1.2 billion equity investment in National Resources Limited for copper and gold exploration in Balochistan.

Lucky Cement Plans Rs1.2bn Additional Investment in Copper, Gold Exploration

11 Aug 2026 • 07:39

Lucky Cement Limited (PSX: LUCK) plans to inject up to Rs1.2 billion in additional equity into its associated company, National Resources...

At-Tahur Limited expands its dairy product portfolio with the launch of Prema Gelato premium ice cream.

At-Tahur Limited Expands Dairy Portfolio with Prema Gelato Launch

11 Aug 2026 • 07:18

At-Tahur Limited has expanded its dairy product portfolio with the launch of Prema Gelato, a premium ice cream offering, as the company m...

Sazgar Reports July 2026 Production and Sales Data

11 Aug 2026 • 06:55

Sazgar Engineering Works Limited (PSX: SAZEW) has reported its production and sales figures for July 2026, covering its four-wheeler and ...

Pakistani rupee posts another gain against the US dollar in the interbank market.

Pakistani Rupee Extends Winning Streak Against US Dollar

03 Aug 2026 • 11:51

The Pakistani rupee strengthened slightly against the US dollar in the interbank market on Monday, appreciating by 3.04 paisa to close at...

State Bank of Pakistan purchases foreign exchange from the interbank market in March 2026

SBP Purchases $667 Million from Interbank Market in March

30 Jun 2026 • 04:57

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) purchased a net $667 million from the interbank foreign exchange market in March 2026, according to data...

State Bank of Pakistan takes action against exchange company for regulatory breaches

SBP Cancels License of Time Exchange Company Over Regulatory Violations

23 Jun 2026 • 04:54

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has cancelled the authorization/license of M/s. Time Exchange Company (Pvt.) Limited with immediate effe...

Pakistan records current account surplus in May 2026 driven by higher remittances and stronger external position

Pakistan Posts $459 Million Current Account Surplus in May 2026

17 Jun 2026 • 04:51

Pakistan recorded a current account surplus of $459 million in May 2026, marking a significant improvement in the country’s external sect...

Fauji Cement Profit Rises 21 pc to Rs16.18bn in FY26, Announces 15 pc Final Dividend

11 Aug 2026 • 09:52

Fauji Cement Company Limited (PSX: FCCL) reported a strong financial performance for the year ended June 30, 2026, with profit after tax ...

Attock Cement Pakistan Limited reports Rs3.42 billion profit and Rs24.86 earnings per share for FY2026.

Attock Cement Profit Nearly Doubles to Rs3.42bn in FY26

11 Aug 2026 • 08:02

Attock Cement Pakistan Limited posted a sharp increase in earnings for the year ended June 30, 2026, with profit nearly doubling year-on-...

Tata Textile Mills announces FY2026 financial results with Rs3.62 billion profit and a 50% final cash dividend.

Tata Textile Mills Reports Rs3.62bn Profit for FY2026, Declares 50 pc Final Cash Dividend

06 Aug 2026 • 09:40

Tata Textile Mills Limited has announced its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2026, reporting a profit after tax of Rs3.62 ...

MCB Bank announces 1H 2026 financial results with Rs27.98 billion profit and a 90% interim cash dividend.

MCB Bank Posts Rs27.98bn Profit in 1H 2026, Declares 90 pc Interim Cash Dividend

06 Aug 2026 • 09:18

MCB Bank Limited reported a stable financial performance for the half year ended June 30, 2026, posting consolidated profit attributable...

Pakistan Auto Sales Surge 80 pc YoY to 19,818 Units in July

11 Aug 2026 • 11:27

Pakistan's automobile sales, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), vans and jeeps, surged 79.6% year-on-year t...

Pakistan and the United States discuss financial cooperation, investment opportunities and financing for commercially viable projects.

Pakistan, US Discuss Deeper Financial Cooperation and Investment

11 Aug 2026 • 05:01

Pakistan and the United States have discussed opportunities to deepen financial cooperation, attract investment and facilitate financing ...

Oil prices rise as US-Iran negotiations over a peace deal and reopening the Strait of Hormuz face an impasse.

Oil Prices Rise as US-Iran Talks Hit Impasse

11 Aug 2026 • 04:57

Oil prices rose on Tuesday as negotiations between the United States and Iran over a potential peace agreement and the reopening of the S...

Pakistan workersâ€™ remittances increased to $3.6 billion in July 2026, rising 13% year-on-year.

Pakistan Remittances Rise 13 pc to $3.6bn in July

11 Aug 2026 • 04:51

Pakistan received $3.6 billion in workers’ remittances in July 2026, the first month of fiscal year 2027, representing a 13% increase yea...

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