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27/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Wednesday August 27, 2026*

*Economy:*

Govt seeks US funding in shift from reliance on China: report
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503605

Pakistan expects US response on $10bn facility ‘soon’
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503850

Pakistan launches strategic oil reserves study with Wood Mackenzie
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503606

Govt introduces export rebate to reward growth in shipments
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503607

Senate panel seeks stronger trade push to lift exports
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503608

Pakistan-US shipping rates surge over 200pc as Iran war drives up costs
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503609

Saudi team, PM discuss investment
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/26/1-page/1117032-news.html

New currency notes likely in a year, Senate panel informed
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503830

FPCCI calls for tax incentives to boost digital payments
https://mettisglobal.news/FPCCI-calls-for-tax-incentives-to-boost-digital-payments-62967

SECP proposes new VC law to unlock startup funding
https://mettisglobal.news/SECP-proposes-new-VC-law-to-unlock-startup-funding-62963

Petrol price rises Rs1.12, diesel up Rs1.11
https://mettisglobal.news/Petrol-price-rises-Rs112-diesel-up-Rs111-62958

*Sectors:*

Bilal sets out AI, tokenisation plans as digital finance regulation expands
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503610

Refinery upgrade agreements likely to be signed in September
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503611

JS Bank profit after tax up 105pc in H1FY26
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503618

Abdul Wahid Sethi takes charge as acting president, CEO of NBP
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503619

PAA, PSW sign MoU to digitise air cargo charge collection
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503620

Used vehicle imports drop by 16pc in FY26
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503833

Power division seeks tighter coal procurement rules, targets Rs380m annual savings
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503836

Prices of 52 new life-saving drugs await cabinet approval, Senate told
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503837

Housing finance rises to Rs307bn by mid-August
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/26/5-page/1117061-news.html

*International:*

Oil prices extend losses on expectations talks to ease Middle East supply woes
https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-extend-losses-expectations-talks-ease-middle-east-supply-woes-2026-08-27/

Oman, Iran propose temporary shipping lane through Hormuz: Pakistan, Iran made ‘significant progress’ in talks on conflict: Naqvi
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503824

USD/PKR RATE: 277.52
BRENT (ICE): 86.43 USD/bbl

25/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Tuesday August 25, 2026*

*Economy:*

Moody’s improves Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating to B3 from Caa1
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503383

Upgrade by Moody’s clear evidence of stability: PM
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503401

Petroleum imports through customs-bonded storage facilities okayed
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116899-news.html

Pakistan received $763m loans, grants in July
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503580

Diesel price up by Rs2.40, petrol 39 paisas
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503588

President for integrated approach to proposed uplift
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116896-news.html

PM welcomes rising Qatari investment interest
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116893-news.html

SECP drafts venture capital bill for startup funding
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503384

Sindh commerce minister reviews progress on SITE development projects
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503385

Pakistan skips HSD imports in July as local refineries meet demand
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503387

‘Freelancers’ earnings likely to cross $2.5bn this year’
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503393

Farmers demand Rs4,702 wheat price to avert 3m-tonne shortfall
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503390

Railways ministry urged to finalise MoU with Sindh govt
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/9-page/1116991-news.html

ECC takes up nine agenda items, clears wheat stock disposal, petroleum import plan
https://mettisglobal.news/ECC-takes-up-nine-agenda-items-clears-wheat-stock-disposal-petroleum-import-plan-62922

*Sectors:*

Govt decides to sell off Lesco, Mepco in their existing form
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116889-news.html

Nepra acts to enable bulk consumers to procure power
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116891-news.html

PM launches National Olive Value Chain Policy
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/1-page/1116898-news.html

Govt approves prices for 52 advanced life-saving drugs
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/7-page/1116942-news.html

Ex*****on of Pakistan Oil Refining Policy
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/10-page/1117003-news.html

ABL posts Rs32.046bn PBT in H1CY2026
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/25/9-page/1116989-news.html

ITANZ advances 10-for-1 stock split plan
https://mettisglobal.news/ITANZ-board-clears-10for1-stock-split-plan-62913

Bata Pakistan narrows half-year loss 34% to Rs191m
https://mettisglobal.news/Bata-Pakistan-narrows-halfyear-loss-34-to-Rs191m-62910

GTYR FY26 loss widens to over Rs1bn
https://mettisglobal.news/GTYR-FY26-loss-widens-to-over-Rs1bn-62911

Mughal Iron & Steel obtains RSOQ for GEPCO divestment
https://mettisglobal.news/Mughal-Iron-Steel-obtains-RSOQ-for-GEPCO-divestment-62903

AGTL posts massive turnaround with Rs1.5bn profit in 1HCY26
https://mettisglobal.news/AGTL-posts-massive-turnaround-with-Rs15bn-profit-in-1HCY26-62897

AGP 1HCY26 profit drops 8%
https://mettisglobal.news/AGP-1HCY26-profit-drops-8-62895

Meezan Bank wins Best Bank of Pakistan title for sixth time
https://mettisglobal.news/Meezan-Bank-wins-Best-Bank-of-Pakistan-title-for-sixth-time-62886

inDrive holds financial literacy course for drivers
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503397

Yango, Mobilink Bank partner on Shariah-compliant driver financing
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503398

*International:*

Iran vows to retaliate after US widens sanctions
https://www.reuters.com/world/china/iran-vows-retaliate-after-us-widens-sanctions-2026-08-25/

Oil prices steady as investors weigh impact of expanded US sanctions against Iran
https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-steady-investors-weigh-impact-expanded-us-sanctions-against-iran-2026-08-25/

CDF, Iranian leadership discuss de-escalation, reopening of Hormuz
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=503400

USD/PKR RATE: 277.55
BRENT (ICE): 91.05 USD/bbl

24/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Monday August 24, 2026*

*Economy:*

Petrol price up by Rs3.81, HSD’s by Rs3.59
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/22/1-page/1116519-news.html

Petroleum levy receipts; Govt sets Rs1.676trn target for FY27
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/22/1-page/1116529-news.html

Ministry seeks govt support for cross-subsidy
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2625311/ministry-seeks-govt-support-for-cross-subsidy

‘Debt ratio falls, but further cuts need strong fiscal position’
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433460-debt-ratio-falls-but-further-cuts-need-strong-fiscal-position

Afghan border closure inflicts USD4.5bn loss on Pak exporters: report
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/22/2-page/1116563-news.html

Goods and services; July exports surge 13.1pc to USD3.94bn YoY: minister
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/23/1-page/1116644-news.html

Power circular debt at Rs1.675tr by June 2026, NA told
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433426-power-circular-debt-at-rs1-675tr-by-june-2026-na-told

Food imports rise 8.12pc to $805.5m in July
https://www.dawn.com/news/2024696/food-imports-rise-812pc-to-8055m-in-july

*Sectors:*

Mari D&PL renewed in Ghotki till 2065
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40436048/mari-damppl-renewed-in-ghotki-till-2065

IFC provides $10m loan to ASA Microfinance Bank to expand access to finance for women
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433236-ifc-provides-10m-loan-to-asa-microfinance-bank-to-expand-access-to-finance-for-women

Refineries ready to sign upgrade deals but laments 2.5pc penalty
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433226-refineries-ready-to-sign-upgrade-deals-but-laments-2-5pc-penalty

Govt clears Fesco, Gepco, Iesco restructuring for privatization
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433564-govt-clears-fesco-gepco-iesco-restructuring-for-privatisation

Ecnec approves Tarbela extension hydropower project, other schemes
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433557-ecnec-approves-tarbela-extension-hydropower-project-other-schemes

IESCO achieves 100pc of its targets
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/24/1-page/1116790-news.html

Power distribution firms losses fall to 17.2pc in FY26
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433425-power-distribution-firms-losses-fall-to-17-2pc-in-fy26

Changan to introduce Nevo
https://www.dawn.com/news/2024845/company-news

FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan revenue rises 12.1pc in H1
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433235-frieslandcampina-engro-pakistan-revenue-rises-12-1pc-in-h1

Tasdeeq IPO allocation revised, General Public share raised to 35%
https://mettisglobal.news/Tasdeeq-IPO-allocation-revised-General-Public-share-up-to-35-62864

iCAUR has landed in Pakistan
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40435968/icaur-has-landed-in-pakistan-take-a-look

*International:*

CDF to visit Tehran today to ‘continue efforts for regional peace
https://www.thenews.pk/print/1433733-araghchi-says-us-must-speak-to-iran-respectfully-to-find-a-solution-based-on-justice-honour-cdf-to-visit-tehran-today-to-continue-efforts-for-regional-peace

Oil falls ahead of US announcement on new Iran sanctions
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/oil-falls-1-ahead-us-announcement-impose-further-sanctions-iran-2026-08-23/

USD/PKR RATE: 277.56
BRENT (ICE): 81.21 USD/bbl

BR - ePaper Aug 22, 2026 Front Page 1 Petrol price up by Rs3.81, HSD’s by Rs3.59 Aug 22, 2026 WASIM IQBAL ISLAMABAD: The Petroleum Division has announced hike in prices of petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD) for next three days i.e. August 22 to 24, alongside Rs1.34 per litre increase in dealer mar...

21/08/2026

BR - ePaper Aug 21, 2026 Front Page 1 Five categories of manufacturers/importers Aug 21, 2026 FBR to charge sales tax on basis of value of supply SOHAIL SARFRAZ ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will charge sales tax on the basis of value of supply in cases of local supplies of products/...

20/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Thursday, August 20, 2026*

*Economy:*

Govt announces significant decrease of PKR 32-30 in diesel prices after talks with refineries
https://www.dawn.com/news/2023916/govt-announces-significant-decrease-of-rs30-32-in-diesel-price-after-talks-with-refineries

Pakistan seeks USD 10Bn US support, Aurangzeb confirms
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116220-news.html

Total debt reaches Rs81.9trn by 11MFY26: Aurangzeb
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116221-news.html

Hutchison Ports Pakistan announces USD 76Mn investment
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116219-news.html

ECC approves international tenders to export surplus sugar
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116222-news.html

Pakistan, China exploring baby diaper making investment options
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/9-page/1116302-news.html

Pakistan sustains USD 2Bn post-harvest losses annually: ADB
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/10-page/1116315-news.html

Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme: App rolled out for tax returns of small traders
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/10-page/1116327-news.html

Freelancers earn over USD 175mn in July
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=502293

IT exports rise 18pc to $417m YoY in July
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=502302

KPT awards dredging contract to NDMS to deepen Karachi Port channels
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=502305

Pakistan's Nexa Robots seeks deeper Chinese tech partnership
https://mettisglobal.news/Pakistans-Nexa-Robots-seeks-deeper-Chinese-tech-partnership-62797

*Sectors:*

SBP revises prudential regulations
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116216-news.html

KE seeks SIFC support to resolve ICP issue
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116213-news.html

HBL, Pakistan Cables, BCEM and Orient Energy Systems mark successful signing of 7.5MW wind power project
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/5-page/1116261-news.html

Easy paisa and 5th Pillar Family Takaful launch Shariah compliant Umrah savings plan
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/9-page/1116298-news.html

Daraz launches licensed E-Pharmacy
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/9-page/1116297-news.html

UAF, HBL to enhance collaboration for agricultural development
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/9-page/1116305-news.html

OMCs seek margin increase after three years
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=502291

Nishat Mills to divest entire stake in Nishat Sutas Dairy
https://mettisglobal.news/Nishat-Mills-to-divest-entire-stake-in-Nishat-Sutas-Dairy-62787

*International:*

Oil prices settles near 4-week high
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/1-page/1116211-news.html

Iran warns Gulf Countries against helping US after UAE cuts trade ties
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/20/10-page/1116321-news.html

USD/PKR RATE: 277.60
BRENT (ICE): 92.02 USD/bbl.

The petroleum minister says Ogra will notify new diesel prices shortly.

19/08/2026

BR - ePaper Aug 19, 2026 Front Page 1 FY26 LSM grows 4.98pc YoY: PBS Aug 19, 2026 ABDUL RASHEED AZAD ISLAMABAD: The Large Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector has recorded a growth of 4.98 percent during the 2025-26 fiscal year compared with the preceding year, according to provisional data released by....

18/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Tuesday, August 18, 2026*

*Economy:*

Transporting export items to GCC countries
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/1-page/1115884-news.html

MOMA envisages plan to setup “Garment City” at Port Qasim
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/2-page/1115895-news.html

Govt seeks to boost ICT export to USD 25.1Bn by 2030
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/5-page/1115933-news.html

Govt to Highlight Z-wallet initiative on cashless economy soon: Tarar
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/5-page/1115931-news.html

Pakistan pushes China B2B deals from MoUs to investments, exports
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501828

FPCCI calls for stronger Pakistan-ASEAN trade and investment ties
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501841

Constitutional court allows tax credit adjustment against super tax
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501832

Pakistan's budget transparency jumps 50%, outpaces regional peers
https://mettisglobal.news/Pakistans-budget-transparency-jumps-50-outpaces-regional-peers-62708

*Sectors:*

Pakistan’s Refiner expands US Crude imports
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/1-page/1115882-news.html

Power Tariff may rise by PKR 2.50/unit for PKR 34Bn recovery
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/1-page/1115883-news.html

OASIS urges govt to ensure 35pc of third-party domestic system gas is reserved
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/9-page/1115963-news.html

NTC imposes provisional anti-dumping duty
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/20-page/1116013-news.html

Refineries break $1bn export barrier
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501826

PPL makes gas, condensate discovery in Sirani block
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501827

Cnergyico expands US crude imports amid Hormuz disruption
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501833

World Context, Multinet Pakistan partner on AI data infrastructure
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501841

SBP cancels licence of exchange company
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501840

OCAC asks Ogra to review petrol price calculations over import cargoes
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501831

OMO Result: SBP injects Rs12.6tr
https://mettisglobal.news/OMO-Result-SBP-injects-Rs126tr-62702

*International:*

Iran threatens to go on offensive if diplomacy fails
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/1-page/1115886-news.html

Oil settles up over USD 2
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/18/1-page/1115887-news.html

USD/PKR RATE: 277.62
BRENT (ICE): 91.22 USD/bbl.

BR - ePaper Aug 18, 2026 Front Page 1 Transporting export items to GCC countries Aug 18, 2026 Govt exploring various options ISLAMABAD: The government is exploring various options, including deployment of Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) vessels for transporting exports to the Gulf Coop...

17/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Monday, August 17, 2026*

*Economy:*

Work on USD 2.5Bn ML-1 to begin in January
https://www.dawn.com/news/2023146

Good Transporters defer strike for 40 Days
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115810-news.html

Govt mulls package to Boost construction
https://www.dawn.com/news/2023144/govt-mulls-package-to-boost-construction

Pakistan’s Petroleum Exports Hit All-Time High in FY26
https://propakistani.pk/2026/08/16/pakistans-petroleum-exports-hit-all-time-high-in-fy26/

Circular debt jumps by PKR 364Bn
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2624098/circular-debt-jumps-by-rs364b

Economists warn 3.7% growth not enough
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623978/economists-warn-37-growth-not-enough

*Sectors:*

Mounting SNGPL receivables: Power Division asked to provide payment plan
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115808-news.html

NA to summon Finance Secretary, SBP governor
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115806-news.html

Textile Sector voices concern over transporters’ strike
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115812-news.html

FPCCI demands rollback on High Taxes on Hybrid Cars
https://www.dawn.com/news/2023142/fpcci-demands-rollback-of-high-taxes-on-hybrid-cars

Govt raises petroleum dealers’ margin to PKR 9.98/liter
https://www.dawn.com/news/2022943/govt-raises-petroleum-dealers-margin-to-rs998-per-litre

SECP stock brokers offer Shariah windows
https://www.dawn.com/news/2023141/33-stockbrokers-offer-shariah-windows

Pharma roadmap envisages USD 10Bn exports
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623976/pharma-roadmap-envisages-10b-exports

*International:*

Iran disputes Qatar, Kuwait accounts of captured Iranian personnel
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115803-news.html

Kushner meets with Hamas in push to revive Gaza plan
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/17/1-page/1115804-news.html

USD/PKR RATE: 277.65
BRENT (ICE): 88.81 USD/bbl.

Phase-I covers 480km Karachi-Rohri railway section; online market engagement with contractors, consultants set for Sept 8.

13/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Thursday August 13, 2026*

*Economy:*

PM unveils first national youth employment policy
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500932

Govt increases diesel price by Re0.54, cuts petrol's by Re0.94 per litre
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434508/govt-increases-diesel-price-by-re054-cuts-petrols-by-re094-per-litre

Pakistan to establish 150-acre auto processing zone at Port Qasim
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434479/pakistan-to-establish-150-acre-auto-processing-zone-at-port-qasim

PHMA warns transport strike threatens export supply chain
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500845

USD500m worth of export containers stuck at factories: PTEA
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/13/1-page/1115283-news.html

EU changes GSP+ mechanism: MoC
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/13/1-page/1115287-news.html

SECP establishes Sharia-compliant brokerage segment
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500847

PSW, Sindh Board of Revenue sign SLA on stamp duty
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500855

SIFC fast-tracks plan for Pakistan’s first luxury Medical Tourism Centre
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501023

FBR chief’s addl charge of revenue division secy extended
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501026

*Sectors:*

Consumers face Rs33.8bn power hit as solarisation cuts grid sales
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501018

Minister calls for auto sector revival to meet $63bn export target
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501030

Pakistan's oil output slips 3%, gas production climbs 4% WoW
https://mettisglobal.news/Pakistans-oil-output-slips-3-gas-production-climbs-4-WoW-62628

Interloop retains ‘AA-/A1’ ratings with stable outlook
https://mettisglobal.news/Interloop-retains-AAA1-ratings-with-stable-outlook-62622

TPL Life, Mobilink Bank expand takaful partnership
https://mettisglobal.news/TPL-Life-Mobilink-Bank-expand-takaful-partnership-62620

HTL acquires land in Sindh for OMC segment expansion
https://mettisglobal.news/HTL-acquires-land-in-Sindh-for-OMC-segment-expansion-62609

WAHDAT acquires land in Sargodha for pasteurization plant
https://mettisglobal.news/WAHDAT-acquires-land-in-Sargodha-for-pasteurization-plant-62600

GMO maize dropped from VEC agenda amid rules, lobbying concerns
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501033

Faysal Bank first-half profit rises as deposits reach Rs1.56tr
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500854

Australian court rejects India’s ‘Basmati’ trademark appeal
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500841

AGP begins audit of company’s mining lease cancellation by KP govt
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501025

BYD-MMC launches Freedom Festival with free home charger
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500857

Pension benefits: Senate panel slams non-payment to Pak PWD employees
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=501034

*International:*

Oil drops on lower demand forecasts despite deadlock in US-Iran talks
https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-drops-lower-demand-forecasts-despite-deadlock-us-iran-talks-2026-08-13/

Pakistan backs Saudi-led coalition to protect global waterways
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500931

FO indicates 60-day extension in ceasefire
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/13/1-page/1115280-news.html

USD/PKR RATE: 277.66
BRENT (ICE): 87.95 USD/bbl

12/08/2026

*Pearl News Alert:*
*Wednesday August 12, 2026*

*Economy:*

Dubai crude surges 10pc, putting Pakistan’s fuel prices to test
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500645

Meta, Pakistan launch AI training programme to help small businesses
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500646

KATI seeks stronger economic ties under Makkah pact
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500649

SBP sees multiple risks to macroeconomic outlook
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500650

NAB draws legal line on Rs500m threshold
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500735

FBR hints at withdrawing super tax
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/12/1-page/1115148-news.html

IMF mission due next month
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/12/1-page/1115150-news.html

Govt moves to outsource Lahore, Karachi airports
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500821

Central govt debt closed FY26 at Rs83.6tr, up 7.4pc YoY
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500825

China, Pakistan discuss advancing B2B, industrial cooperation
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500826

Pakistan's external debt servicing surges to $10bn in Q4FY26
https://mettisglobal.news/Pakistans-external-debt-servicing-surges-to-10bn-in-Q4FY26-62595

Petrol price cut by Rs1.70, diesel up by Rs1.39 per litre
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500831

Zardari signs Export-Import Bank, FBR amendment bills
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500832

PM orders third-party audit of customs-bonded warehouses
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/12/1-page/1115146-news.html

*Sectors:*

Passenger car sales surge 141pc in July
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500648
Petroleum dealers give govt 72-hour ultimatum over demands
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500651

Govt decides to revive PSM, not to liquidate it
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/12/1-page/1115147-news.html

Federal govt appoints Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Pension Fund Manager
https://mettisglobal.news/Federal-govt-appoints-PakQatar-Family-Takaful-Pension-Fund-Manager-62576

ACPL FY26 profit jumps 97%
https://mettisglobal.news/ACPL-FY26-profit-jumps-97-62575

KTML approves 48.36 MW battery storage installation
https://mettisglobal.news/KTML-approves-4836-MW-battery-storage-installation-62574

Attock Cement explores potential merger with Fauji Cement
https://mettisglobal.news/Attock-Cement-explores-potential-merger-with-Fauji-Cement-62573

Fauji Cement Profit surges 21% to Rs16bn in FY26
https://mettisglobal.news/Fauji-Cement-Profit-surges-21-to-Rs16bn-in-FY26-62580

At-Tahur launches Gelato, expands dairy product portfolio
https://mettisglobal.news/AtTahur-launches-Gelato-expands-dairy-product-portfolio-62571
Sazgar produces 3,037 three-wheelers, 1,778 four-wheelers in July 2026
https://mettisglobal.news/Sazgar-produces-3037-threewheelers-1778-fourwheelers-in-July-2026-62568

Banned GMO maize seeds back on VEC agenda
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500827

MoRA appoints HBL Islamic as banking partner for Hajj 2027
https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/08/12/7-page/1115182-news.html

Al Baraka CEO named among Forbes Middle East’s Top 100 CEOs
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500658

10Pearls, Novacare ink digital transformation partnership
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500659

*International:*

Hormuz to stay closed unless US meets Iran’s conditions: Rezaei: Asif says US, Iran close to ‘some sort’ of deal as Naqvi meets Iranian president, FM
https://e.thenews.pk/detail/?id=500734

New attacks on shipping as Iran war talks hit fresh impasse
https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/pakistan-says-us-iran-close-some-sort-deal-despite-attacks-shipping-2026-08-11/

Oil rises as doubts over US-Iran deal heighten supply concerns
https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-rises-doubts-over-us-iran-deal-heighten-supply-concerns-2026-08-12/

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