Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves increase to $ 21.43 billion
The total liquid foreign reserves of Pakistan rose to US$ 21,433.9 million as of February 27, 2026 while the reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan also increased to $ 16,300 million.
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Emirates media statement
Emirates can confirm that it is currently operating a reduced flight schedule until further notice. This follows the partial re-opening of regional airspace for the safe conduct of commercial flights.
Lucky investments achieve asset manager rating upgrade twice in a year
Lucky Investments Limited (“Lucky Investments”) rating has been upgraded to AM2++ with a Stable Outlook by the Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA).
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
Mobilink Bank, SEDF join forces to offer inclusive MSME financing for Sindh’s growth sectors
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has entered into a five-year partnership with Sindh Enterprise Development Fund (SEDF), Government of Sindh, to expand access to structured financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across priority economic sectors in the province.
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.
PC Board Pushes for FFC’s Inclusion in AHCL-Led Consortium to CCoP
The Privatisation Commission (PC) Board recommended to the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation (CCoP) approval of inclusion of Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) in the consortium led by Arif Habib Corporation Limited (AHCL), the successful bidder for Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL). The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Muhammad Ali, Adviser to the…
Mehfooz
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.