Date: March 21, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Textile exporters say order cancellations growing
Govt promises full payment of refunds before month-end
Cotton seed germination standard relaxed
State Bank flies in to ease liquidity crunch
PM promises relief package for coping with exigency
CONDOLENCETextile millers assured of tax refund settlement till April
Export refinancing rules relaxed to support corona-hit trade
Govt plans Rs3 trillion debts from banking sector
Top central banks launch new bid to keep dollars flowing
Walmart to hire 150,000 workers
IGP orders action against violators of ban
Gatherings of four or more persons banned as coronavirus concerns growSBP lends a helping hand to exporters
Exports to suffer setback, delegation tells govt
61 items exempted from duties, taxes
Combined income groups, SPI inflation up 0.05pc WoW
75bps cut in policy rate termed a ‘joke’
Subsidy to export sectors, ECC sets up inter-ministerial body to evaluate eligibility
FPCCI asks KE to withdraw July to Dec 2019 ISPA charges
PHMA seeks economic relief package from govt
BMP urges ministry to manage handsome aid to improve economy
Trade and business activities badly affected in Punjab
Cotton spot rate unchanged on lacklustre businessSBP announced to provide facilitation to Exporters & Manufacturers
For the post of Chairman Board of Investment, Mr. Atif R Bukhari name approved
Interbank, value of US dollar enhanced by 35 paisas
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Masjid Al Haram, Masjid-e-Nabvi closed for five time prayers as well as Jumma
Do not wait Ramzan, Help the affected of Corona with Zakat. Ulmaa
Textile export to Europe badly effected due to CoronaDate: March 20, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
FBR estimates Rs300bn revenue loss in last quarter
Japan to provide Rs700m aid to Faisalabad textile university
Hot money outflows climb to $1.3bn
Work begins on emergency bailout
Karachi industry sees spike in power bills
US tests drugs for COVID-19 treatmentTextile mills demand moratorium on gas, electricity bills
State Bank raises import advance payment limit to $25,000
Japan gives Rs700m grant for textile education
Coronavirus: Pakistan may face initial economic loss of Rs1.3tr
Forex reserves down to $18.743bln
BUSINESS RECORDER
Exporters to get relief package, • Razak Dawood holds out assurance
Foreign buyers, Exporters can send shipping documents directly: SBP
Decision to withdraw ISPA not ours: K-Electric
Coronavirus pandemic: Currency business halted due to suspension of Dubai-bound flights
SBP allows up to $25,000 advance payment against imports
COVID-19, APTMA urges govt to save textile industry from negative impact
Lasbela Chamber chief lambastes KE for ‘extraordinary’ bills
KATI terms 75bps cut in interest rate ‘disappointing’
Cautious trading session seen on cotton marketAnnounced to provide facilities to Export & Manufacturing Industry
Bank of England reduced interest rate at 0.1%Govt debts enhanced by two times, Govt failed to control it
SBP announced to facilitate the Export & Manufacturing Industry
Interest rate should be in single digit. KATIDate: March 19, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Industry slams SBP for cautious monetary approach
CAD shrinks 71 per cent in eight months
SBP waives digital transaction charges
‘KE geared up to maximise customer facilitation’
State Bank’s rate cutGDP growth target revised downwards to 2.6pc
Coronavirus: European Union seals borders for travellers
Sindh govt notifies shutting down inter-city bus service for 15 days
Current account deficit contracts 71pc in July-Feb
Moody’s expects high indebtedness, fund paucity to hurt Pakistan’s economy
Big industry contracts 3.3 percent in July-January
ECC approves Rs4bln technical grant for FBR
State Bank directs banks to waive online funds transfer charges
Revisiting subsidy policy to improve economic situation
Economic revival: trouble ahead
Better businessJul-Feb CA deficit narrows down 71pc YoY
Jul-Jan LSM registers 3.37pc decline YoY
Technical supplementary grant for FBR approved by ECC
SBP adopts measures to promote digital payments
Export, import matters, Ministries, except MoC, banned from issuing permissions
Successful Hajj applicants may apply for refund of deposited money
Business leaders disappointed over meagre cut in policy rate
KCCI chief seeks withdrawal of KE retrospective demand of ISPA
PRGMEA seeks govt’s help for textile industry
Exportable goods, Domestic sales’ documentation becomes hard nut to crack for FBR
SBP’s response to Covid-19 challenge
8.57m cotton bales reach ginneries, arrivals down by 20pc
Rate cut: there could be moreFBR extended the filing of Sales Tax & Federal Excise Duty Return up to 25th March
Sindh Govt issued notification for closure of Govt offices till 3rd April
Due to Coronavirus, SBP issued waived all charges on fund transfer
Business personality rejected the minor reduction in interest rate
DUA for Esaal-e-Sawab of our beloved ASIM SHABBIR PATAKA, Today Thursday 19th March, 2020EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
2019-20: from July to Feb A/C deficit reduced 71%Date: March 18, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Meagre interest rate cut leaves industry fuming
Government decides to revise energy sector accords
Moody’s lowers growth forecast to 2.5pc
SBP launches Rs100bn scheme to help offset virus impact
Petroleum imports surge first time since June 2018
OBITUARY: ASIM BASHIR PATAKA passing away Namaz-e- Janaza will be held today Wednesday 18th March, 2020Exports may go down by up to $2.672 bn during March-June period
‘Exports to increase manifold after completion of M-III Industrial Estate’
Govt asks Sui gas companies to cut gas losses
State Bank cuts interest rate by 75bps, disappoints markets
Buffering businesses from coronavirus: State Bank unveils Rs105 billion stimulus package
Businesses left devastated by less-than-expected rate cut
State Bank cuts interest rate by 75bps; disappoints markets
Rs105bln stimulus package unveiled to buffer trade from coronavirus
US closes visa service, KSA halts prayers in mosques
Govt urged to announce special fund for factory workers, daily-wage earners
Listed consumer firms see profit slump in 2019
Local Government Department Government Sindh Ad, STRAY DOGS COMPLAINT SELLAPTMA urges govt to announce relief for industry
Coronavirus challenge, SBP responds prudently
Budget strategy paper approved by cabinet
E-deposit, e-filing: SRB extends deadline for Feb
Rooting for more cotton import?
Panic buying witnessed in Karachi
PM urged to announce relief package for leather sector
COVID-19, KE gears up efforts to facilitate customers
Dull business activity seen on cotton market
Spread of coronavirus, RTO sees a drop in revenue from imports by 25pc
Leather sector’s share in exports falls by 45pc, says ex-PTA chief
Coronavirus threat in Lahore, Business activities restricted to purchase of daily-use items
COVID-19, PTEA chief concerned at virus’s impact on economy
Need for new income tax law — II
COVID-19: PCAA bans entry of passengers without test result copy
KCCI & 7 Town Associations Appeal to the Honorable Prime Minister of Pakistan75 basis points reduction in the interest rate not enough. FPCCI
In open market, value of dollar increased
NEPRA has taken back relief from industry
Saudi Arab has closed all Mosques expects Masjid-ul-Haram & Masjid-e- Nabvi
Notification issued to closed all Markets & Restaurant
Extended the validity of expired CNIC, Citizen not visit the NADRA office
Coronavirus updates: SIUT setup help line
Start of Summer Season, unannounced load shedding started
Unnecessary use of Sanitizer is harmful for the skin, Skin Specialist
Hand wash with soap instead of sanitizers. Dr. Khurram
Date: March 17, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Foreign investment jumps 513pc
Pakistan Business Council proposes 200bps rate cut
China industrial production shrinks for first time in decades
Rupee falls to 158.6 against dollar in interbank
Panic buying hits select commodities in Karachi
Pollution may increase mortality from coronavirus, say expertsEnhancement of textile exports urged
13-member body formed to enhance cotton production
FDI up 5.2 percent in July-February
Under-performed economies need steps not excuses
China industrial output contracts for first time in decades
Stimulus needed to overcome virus effects: PBC
Most airlines to go bankrupt in May due to coronavirusBody to monitor economic situation
MPS today, Interest rate likely to be cut by 200 bps
Taxes, duties, SBP to settle transaction fee claims in five days
Progress of major sectors of economy reviewed
Business, industrial community reiterate demand for cut in policy rate
Industrial areas, Clean water supply plant to be inaugurated on 18th
Emergency interest rate cut to bolster economy: Ismail Sutta
Threat of coronavirus, FBR limits interaction with business community
Gold prices reduced by Rs1850 per tola
Remittances exempted from withholding taxState Bank will announce Monetary Policy today
Likely to rain in Karachi during 22 & 23 March
Saudi Arabia has given 16 day leave to their Govt employees
Australian Scientists claim that they prepared vaccine for Corona
In Punjab, decided to use ablution water again
Cheap Electricity for Textile
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
State Bank will decided rate of interest for 2 months today
2019-20: Foreign investment in 8 months of 3 billion 98 coror dollarDate: March 16, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Gas companies told to cut tariff, lower revenue targets
Special economic zones to increase exports to $1.5bn
The rupee’s fall and challenges all aroundPakistan must comply with 13 points to come out of FATF grey list
Coronavirus impact: Pak exports may dip by 25pc in March
Exports boost linked to Special Economic ZonesUmrah pilgrims’ return, Flight operation to continue till 19th
Gas tariff petitions – nothing to worry
Cost of falling cotton production
KE buying power at Rs10/unit & selling at Rs13.50, ECC told
Weekly Cotton Review, Trading volume remains low
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Cheap Electricity & Gas, initially draft textile policy approved
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Save from Coronavirus, new guidelines issued for domestic & foreign airlines
Beware: on the mobile phone, corona may be alive 2 to 3 days. Report of USA Scientists
CNG will remain close for 3 days in a weekDate: March 15, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Virus shutdowns force buyers to delay shipments, claim textile exporters
Defer loan payments, cut interest rate to boost exports: report
KMC shuts zoo and Safari ParkAmbitious textile exports’ target smacks of non-starter amid capacity constraints
Exchange rate stability hinges on SBP’s rate moveTask force identifies impediments to export growth
Anti-dumping duty will remain intact: PHC
Interest rate may be slashed by 200bps: Haroon
Sluggish trading activity seen on cotton market
Coronavirus threat, FPCCI chief seeks relief package to protect trade, industry
‘Poverty elimination must for promoting small businesses’UAE imposed ban on visa form 17 march, diplomatic visas exempted
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Decided to provide relief in taxes to manufacturers & real estate
Corona: FPCCI demanded relief package from FederalDate: March 14, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Automated system for payment of taxes, DLTL
Govt may call in third-party auditors to settle dispute over circular debt size
Rupee makes sharp recovery against dollar
Traders protest professional tax
‘Go for test only on doctor’s advice’
APTMA Ad, “THANK YOU” Honorable Prime MinisterTextile Policy 2020-25: PM approves textile export target of $28 bn in five years in principle
Payment of Duty Drawback: Govt to provide Rs24 bn for special fund to State Bank
Ministry for resolution to exporters’ cash flow issues
Pakistan’s trade health likely to deteriorate as virus spreads
Hot money worth $824 million leaves Pakistan
SECP Policy Board approves new legal changes to prevent money laundering
Islamic banks’ market sharerises to 14.9 percent in 2019
Varsities announce online classes to complete courses
Penny wiseExporters urge senate body to help restore sales tax zero-rating facility
Govt to seek special export package from China
ECC accords approval to gas allocation to SSGC
Combined income groups, SPI inflation up 0.71pc WoW
Ogra invites consumers, public for hearings on SNGPL’s petition
Hafeez reviews proposals to facilitate export-oriented sector
Report anticipates some decline in trading activity in coming months
Over 300 cos keen to set up industrial units in QABP
TDAP holds exporters training programme
Cotton market: Outbreak of coronavirus pulls down business activity
Rise in remittancesP.M Instructed for early refund of Sales Tax
Date extended up to 15th April for Sales Tax ReturnPenny wiseDo everything to enhance country export. Hafeez Shaikh
Value of dollar reduced by 2.15 rupee, rate of dollar Rs156.50
CNG stations will remain close for todayDate: March 13, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Provinces engaged for sales tax harmonisation
PM chairs meeting on trade policy
FBR directed to release Rs15bn refunds to exporters
Cautious buying on cotton market
Water commission submits report to govt
Over $600m of ‘hot money’ leaves country in 12 days
US stops flights from Europe, Riyadh expands travel restrictionsPM Imran Khan briefed on Strategic Trade Policy Framework 2020-25
Rupee hits 8-month low of Rs159.13 on foreign investors’ retreat
Forex firms seek SBP nod on currency exchange with banks
Forex reserves rise to $18.906bln
Schools, colleges, universities in Sindh to remain closed till May 30PM gives go-ahead for submitting STPF, textile policy to ECC
Exchange cos raise alarm over reports of suspension of flights to Dubai
Outflow of ‘hot money’ picks up momentum
GST harmonization, NFC panel approves tax council’s composition, ToRs
SECP chief for addressing corporate sector’s issues
Hajj ballot, 179,000 to perform Hajj this year: minister
ANF not charge for checking containers: DG
Mobile app for tax, excise payments in the offing
PIAF warns govt of missing annual growth target in major sectorsDate: March 12, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
ECC approves Rs20bn electricity subsidy for exporters till June
PM Imran wants early framing of trade strategy paper
Government assures full support to foreign investors
Govt to reduce interest rate soon, says PM
Mortgaged property can’t be auctioned to single bidder
Pakistan strives to raise electric vehicles’ use to fight climate change
Rupee falls 80 paisa against dollar
Auto sales decline across all segmentsSSGC, SNGPL seek up to 100pc increase in tariffs
ECC nods subsidised electricity supply to exporters till June
Rate cut on cards as T-bills yields fall sharply
FBR mulls action against noncompliant traders from next week
Govt expects remittances to exceed $22bln in FY2020
Subsidies are a problem, not a way out for loss-making entities
Pakistan tax collection 62pc below its potential: IMF
SECP advises firms on coronavirus
Pakistan’s economy: After the global turbulence?
Car sales dip 39 percent in FebruaryFive export-oriented sectors, ECC approves electricity relief package
FASTER System, Refunds to be paid on FIFO basis: FBR
Effective from July 1, Remittances to be exempted from WHT
Educational institutions to reopen from Monday: Sindh minister
OICCI shares concerns, expectations with PM
Lending and deposit rates, SBP issues guidelines for reporting
‘Exports can increase due to slowdown in Chinese economy’
Raw cotton imports: what’s going on?
Global crude oil prices, Ministry directed to pass on benefit of reduction to people
KP govt drafts generous industrial policy
Customs dept providing maximum import, export-related facilities
FBR fails to rectify ‘FASTER’ system’s fault, claims APTMA
Infighting between two business community groups irks Malik
KATI chief for reducing policy rate to help survive industry
Expectations of rate cut pull down MTBs margin
Guidance to protect children from transmission of COVID-19 virus issuedPakistan tax revenue is 62% less than real potential. IMF
Plan to remove duty on export material. Trade Advisor
Balloting of Hajj applications will held today
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
For 5 Export Sectors, subsidy approved of Rs.23 billion in Power Sector
Volume of US dollar reached on its peak in last 6 months
CNG stations will remain close on Thursday & Saturday
Sindh Govt established Health Desk at Karachi airport
Save from Corona, companies may organize meeting on the telephone or video conference
Strategy prepared to save from climate changesDate: March 11, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
SC sets aside LHC decision against SNGPL
Future lies in export-led growth strategy: PM’s aide
Distribution companies ask for Rs2 per unit increase in power rates
FTO begins probe into tax amensty cases
Active buying on cotton marketLow quality, inadequate seeds may hit cotton output negatively
Foreigners dumped $269.6mln of debt assets in March
Remittances up 15.3pc to $1.8 billion in Feb
Taxpayers fail to claim exemption
Pakistan to get LNG from Qatar on low priceIntroduction of institutional & systemic reforms, FTO asks FBR to explain its failure
Economic landscape, Dawood identifies areas needing serious attention
Tax Laws ‘amendment’ bill rejected
Issuance of second energy sukuk being planned
Sale of mortgaged properties, Banks not required to obtain decrees, rules LHC
SRB likely to miss annual revenue target
KE compliant with prescribed laws, directives
APTPMA voices concern over CNIC issueEnergy crisis end, currency stabled, export will be enhanced. Trade Advisor
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Increased in tax collection, credit goes to Traders & Industrialists. Khalid Mehmood
Auction of mortgaged property by the banks is legal
Further reduction of 86 paisa in the value of rupee against dollarDate: March 10, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
No more increase in gas, electricity tariffs: PM
Circular debt dispute reaches cabinet today
Dollar climbs Rs3.65 in interbank after six months of calm
Virus-induced supply chain disruptions to hit industrial activity in Pakistan
PIA suspends flight operation to Qatar
Virus could cost world $2tr, fears UN
Cotton market goes slowGSP Plus to help Pakistan boost textile exports by $500m per year: Razak Dawood
People, industry can’t sustain more pressure: PM Imran Khan
PRGMEA urges to adopt aggressive marketing plan to enhance exports
Stocks, rupee dive, gold ascends
10 richest persons lose Rs2,923 bn to coronavirus
KE opposes direct power sale to consumers
RLNG prices up 1.5pc for March
Monetary policy on 17thGSP Plus, FPCCI chief proposes strategy for proper utilization
SNGPL advises consumers to use energy efficient gas appliances
Cut in POL prices globally, Govt urged to shift benefits to masses
Weighted average price of imported RLNG rises for March
Qatar bans entry of Pakistanis and other nationals
Distressed business activity seen on cotton market
Dip in the rate of inflationExtension in GSP Plus, Textile export will be enhanced 50 coror dollar annually
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Rs9.3 billion issued to Textile export for different schemes
SBP will release monetary policy on 17th MarchDate: March 09, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Pakistan among 20 states most affected by China slowdown
Economy now needs monetary easing
Export’s uncertainty conundrum
SCA urges govt to declare ‘cotton emergency’
LNG supply chainPunjab Seed Corporation doubles cotton seed sale price
Need to develop academia-industry linkages stressed
Chawla wants drive against defaulters of motor vehicle tax
Good newsPM urged to resolve issue of ST refunds thru ‘FASTER’ system
Over Rs 29 billion sales tax refunds paid under FASTER system
FBR clarifies number of tax returns filed in TY19
Economic conditions under review
Limitations of monetary policy
Weekly Cotton Review: Business volume witness continuous decline
Fall in inflation and prospects of rate cut
“EXPRESSION OF GRATITUDE” APPEAL TO SUPPORT TEXTILE EXPORTS OF KARACHITo stop the money laundering, UK will be imposed new tax on banks
New condition of FATF for Pakistan
Up to 29 Feb, 373,877 new taxpayers increased
Temporary ban on perform Umrah is according to Sharia. Imam-e-Kaaba
149,330 Hajj application received, draw will be held on 12 March, 2020
To use of excess medicines memory may be effected. ExpertsPakistan may be included in exports of mobile phones
Up to 25% reduced Train fare from today to 8th MayDate: March 08, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Govt working to increase exports, says commerce ministry
Trade bodies call for end to Karachi`s woes
Listless day on cotton market
GSP-Plus extension
Saudi Arabia reopens area around sacred Kaaba amid virus measuresIndustrial associations warn street protests on perennial infrastructure woes
Tax collection on cash withdrawal dives 63 percent
Reforms without transparency ineffective
China exports plunge 17.2pc on coronavirus epidemic
Pakistani cities to face 6MAF water shortage in five years
Govt committed to empowering women: minister
Power emergencyAPTMA sends SOS to Razzak, FBR fails to timely clear refunds under new ‘FASTER’ system
GSP-plus extension to boost exports by 9.5pc: Sarwar
Potential for more trade exists between Thailand, Pakistan: envoy
Germany wants to enhance trade ties: envoy
CNIC and GST issues, NA body on finance to furnish recommendations: FCCI chief
Power sector, ‘Lack of transparency big threat to economy’
China exports plunge on coronavirus epidemic
Global trade: Don’t miss the bus againKarachi Chamber decided to come on road to resolve the problems
Likely to further enhance by Rs1 rupee 48 paisa per unit on ElectricityFor their rights, Karachi Town Industrialist Association agreed
Date: March 07, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Pakistan wins GSP-Plus extension
Up to 1.57pc GDP losses feared in case of virus outbreak
LNG supply chain facing collapse
All stores, bakers stopped from using plastic bags
Slow day on cotton marketAPTMA sensitizes Dawood: FASTER no more functional causing delay of Rs20 bn refunds
‘EU extends GSP Plus status to Pakistan till 2022’
Govt disburses Rs147bln energy subsidy in July-February
Karachi’s tax collection surges 60 percent in Feb
State Bank issues directives to banks
Weekly SPI inflation eases 0.32pcGSP Plus status, Country to continue availing tariff preferences: MoC
Combined income groups, SPI inflation down 0.32pc WoW
Saudi Arabia reopens Makkah, Madina holy sites
Tremendous scope exists for expanding economic ties with Belgium: envoy
Efforts under way to bolster economic ties: Thai CG
Wait-and-see mood prevails on cotton market
Power emergencyEuropean Union extended GSP Plus for Pakistan up to 2023
Corona, Pakistan economy likely to lost 5 billion dollar
From the last 20 days, faster system of FBR not working
Hajj application will also receive today & tomorrow
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Pressure of FBR in vain, tax income did not increase
GSP Plus continue for Pakistan
Online system introduced for sales & purchase of property in SindhDate: March 06, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
PM for ‘out-of-box’ solution to energy crisis
SNGPL to refund sum on account of pressure factor
CAA planning to install e-gates at seven airports
Highest male-female gap on cell-phone ownership registered in Pakistan: report
Sepa asks trade bodies to report corruption
Chinese firm set to launch ride-hailing service in Karachi this monthBusinessman suggests govt for taking advantage of coronavirus
Exporters concerned over delay in payment of outstanding refunds
Rs3.7 bn relief for gas consumers
Oil sales hit decade-low in February
‘Foreign airlines keen to start flight operations in Pakistan’
A case of chronic economic mismanagement syndrome
KE setting up renewable energy company
Forex reserves rise to $18.869blnSupplies to unregistered persons, FBR ready to reduce/abolish 3pc further sales tax
Issues faced by energy, petroleum ministries PM for evolving new human resource strategy
EU all set to extend GSP plus status
Tax returns reflect 45pc increase in 2019: FBR
Subdued business activity seen on cotton market
Efforts afoot to raise cotton production: minister
Session held to promote trade & investment between Pakistan, USA
TDAP holds consultation with exporters for new GSP Scheme of UK
Partly Facetious: Inflation declines!
Change in SBP lawFBR altered the method of returns of tax & excise duty
USA refused to further relaxation in duties on Pakistani goods
PIA extended to close their flights for China up to 31st March
For tax year 2019, 2,472,609 tax returns filed up to 28th February
2 Days extended In Hajj application collection
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Date: March 05, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Litigation prevents FBR from collecting Rs88bn income tax
PM orders immediate decision as ECC dithers on tariff for exporters
‘Cut power to top 50 defaulters’
Incentives to boost remittances
No relief for consumers in transport and commodities’ rates despite drop in diesel prices
Chinese study finds cough most common symptom in coronavirus patientsExport-oriented sector: ECC defers approval of 7.6 cents per unit power tariff
ECC approves incentives worth Rs9.6 bn to propel remittances
Discos told to disconnect 400 defaulters by tomorrow
Fraudsters deprive account holders of millions of rupees in Multan region
Investors surrender Rs250bln prize bonds till Jan
KU session on coronavirus tells people not to panic as death rate of disease only 3 per centJuly 2016-March 2019, ECC delays decision on KE quarterly tariff adjustments
Balance of trade improves significantly
Two KE quarterly adjustments provisionally approved by Nepra
Cotton indicative price: don’t go down that road
Sindh’s high tax rates compel IT cos to shift to other provinces
POL sales witness weakest month in decade
Gold rises to Rs94,100 per tola
Punjab P&D board organises session on ‘Ease of Doing Business Reforms’
Many unaware of incentive-based loan programmes: report
The good, the bad, and the mysterious
Power sectorE.C.C meeting providing subsidy on electricity to exporters not agreed upon
Instruction to disconnect electricity of 50 big defaulters
February exports stands at 2.14 billion dollar with increase of 14%
Collecting extortion money from industrialists on behalf of SEPA detectedDate: March 03, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
Inflation eases to 12.4pc in February
Exports jump 13.6pc in February
‘Economic outlook improving on rising exports, remittances’
SBP governor defends tough ‘reforms’ to improve economy
Power emergencyGovt to earn Rs10 bn per month through Petroleum Levy
Outlook for economy strong: Hafeez Shaikh
Consumer inflation down 2.2pc in February
EXPORTS UP; IMPORTS DOWN: Trade deficit shrinks 27pc in July-Feb; tariffs policy on anvil
Consumer inflation eases to 12.4 percent in February
FBR acts against 270,000 non-filers of returns
State Bank dubs low savings as reason for recurring current account deficit
Completion of the second IMF reviewJul-Feb, Exports post 3.62pc growth
Feb CPI inflation up 12.4pc YoY
Overdue adjustments, Discos’ tariffs to jump to Rs24.47 per unit, Cabinet told
KCCI chief calls for resolving issues of business & industrial community
Updated ATL contains names of over 2.4m taxpayers
Banking system: negative implications of ‘grey list’
CORONAVIRUS AFFECTS GLOBAL ECONOMIC GROWTH
PLGMEA AD,Strategy prepared by F.B.R to take action against high profile tax evaders
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
Smuggling of cloth detected under manufacturing unit
Campaign to increased number of taxpayers failed
FBR benami property worth Rs.62 billion unearthed
Inflation likely to reduce economy is improving Governor State BankDate: March 02, 2020
DAWN NEWS PAPER
NEPRA URGES PRIME MINISTER TO DECLARE POWER EMERGENCY
WORKERS CONVENTION DEMANDS RS30,000 MONTHLY ‘LIVING WAGES’ FOR LABOURERS
LITTLE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR PAKISTANI WOMEN OVERSEAS: ILO STUDY
PETROLEUM LEVY INCREASED BY UP TO 106PCALL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ACROSS SINDH CLOSEDUNTIL MARCH 13
NEPRA SEEKS BAN ON TRADE UNIONS, BILL COLLECTION PRIVATISATION
GOVT IMPOSES TAX ON POL PRODUCTS INSTEAD OF PASSING BENEFITS TO CONSUMERS
AD, F.B.R FACE TAX SHORTFALL OF RS.325 BN IN EIGHT MONTHS
CABINET TO BE BRIEFED ABOUT POWER PLAN
MODERN TECHNOLOGY TO HELP ENHANCE EXPORTS: MINISTER
WEEKLY COTTON REVIEW, TRADING VOLUME REMAINS LOW IN LOCAL MARKET
THE RATIONALE FOR HIGH DISCOUNT RATE
PM’S ECONOMIC TEAM DESERVES PRAISE
FY 2020-21, KE SEEKS INCREASE IN TDS
NOTIFIATION ISSUED WITH REGARD TO CUT IN PRICE OF LGP BY RS. 12/-
EXPRESS NEWS PAPER
MAJOR CHANGES UNAVOIDABLE IN POLICY TO RESTORE ECONOMY
SAUDI ARABIA ALLOWED TO VISIT ON WORK BUSINESS VISA
REEDUCATION IN PETROLEUM PRODUCTS PRICES