Global crude oil prices remained volatile as investors continued to assess the impact of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and supply expectations on international energy markets. According to the latest market data, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was trading at $68.97 per barrel, while Brent crude, the global benchmark, stood at $72.50 per barrel. The fluctuating…
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) started the new fiscal year 2026–27 on a positive note as the benchmark KSE-100 Index posted strong gains during early trading, reflecting renewed investor confidence and optimistic market sentiment. The KSE-100 Index surged by 1,164 points in the morning session, climbing to 181,466 points after opening with strong buying activity…
A private company in Pakistan has been fined Rs1.2 million by the Federal Ombudsperson for Protection against Harassment (FOSPAH) after unlawfully terminating a female employee during her approved maternity leave. The decision is being viewed as a significant step toward protecting women’s workplace rights and ensuring employers comply with labor laws. According to the findings,…
Business leaders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have urged the provincial government to make industrial development a key focus of Budget 2026-27. According to Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) KP Chairman Ashfaq Paracha, sustainable economic growth, job creation, export expansion, and increased revenue generation can only be achieved through a stronger industrial sector. Despite the province presenting a…
