Mobile phone imports surge 31.36% to $1.139 bln
The import of mobile phones into the country increased by 31.36 percent during the first seven months of the current fiscal year (2025-26) as compared to the corresponding period of last year.
Adil Aziz
CCP Calls for Long-Term Auto Policy and Financing Reforms to Boost Competition
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has released a comprehensive report, “The Road to Fair Competition– A Study of Pakistan’s Automobile Industry,” highlighting structural and regulatory challenges in the sector and recommending wide-ranging reforms, including a long-term policy road-map, improved vehicle financing, and removal of regulatory distortions to foster competition and efficiency.
Middle East Airports Close Amid Iran Conflict, Causing Global Travel Chaos
Travel chaos extended through the Middle East and beyond, sending airline stocks sharply lower on Monday (Mar 2), as carriers across the Persian Gulf extended blanket flight suspensions, causing major disruptions at some of the world’s busiest airports.
SECP revises, Shariah screening criteria for PSX-KMI all share index
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved revisions to the Shariah screening criteria and methodology for the PSX-KMI All Share Index.
PTCL posts 12% revenue growth in 2025
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the country’s leading telecom and ICT services provider, recorded a 12% year-on-year (YoY) increase in consolidated revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025, driven by 50% growth in Flash Fiber and 16% growth in Business Solutions compared to the previous financial year.
PSX issues proposed regulations on Shariah-based trading, suggesting segregated counter within market
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), invited stakeholders’ feedback on the proposed Shariah Trading Regulations- an initiative aimed at introducing a dedicated platform for fully Shariah-compliant trading to further strengthen country’s Islamic capital market landscape.
PTCL Flash Fiber Wins Ookla Awards for Best Fixed Network and Best ISP Gaming Experience in Pakistan
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s flagship broadband service, PTCL Flash Fiber, has been recognized by Ookla, the global leader in internet testing and analysis, with two prestigious accolades ‘Best Fixed Network’ for the entire year 2025 and ‘Best ISP Gaming Experience’ for H2 2025 in Pakistan.
‘From Waste to Art’ — Beaconhouse Jubilee Campus Hosts Grand Exhibition Promoting Sustainable Resources
Beaconhouse Jubilee Campus Middle Section recently organized a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition titled ‘From Waste to Art’, centered around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).
Bank Alfalah posted Rs 28.34 Billion PAT for 2025
The Board of Directors of Bank Alfalah Limited (BAFL), in its meeting held on February 13, 2026, approved the Bank’s financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Number of Cellular Subscribers in Pakistan Hits 201 Million
The number of cellular subscribers in Pakistan reached 201 million, with a mobile teledensity of 80.34 percent, by the end of December, according to data from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.