Gender equality is not just a basic human right. It is also a cornerstone of a thriving, contemporary economy that fosters sustainable, inclusive growth. Acknowledging that gender equality is crucial ensures that both men and women can contribute fully to advancing societies and economies. The path forward is challenging. According to a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and D
Bank Alfalah Ltd (BAFL) on Monday announced that it had been given the go-ahead by the State Bank of Pakistan to conduct due diligence on Samba Bank. In a stock filing, the bank referred to its April 9 announcement for acquisition of 84.51 per cent shares of Samba Bank held by Saudi National Bank.
Saudi Arabia’s Saudia Group will buy 105 Airbus planes, the company said on Monday, hailing it as the biggest aircraft deal in the country’s history. Saudia airline will receive 54 A321neo aircraft, while budget offshoot flyadeal will acquire 12 A320neo and 39 A321neo planes, it said in a statement. The deal is valued at $19 billion, according to a separate statement from the Future Aviation
The price of gold hit a record high on Monday as the shock death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash boosted support for the precious metal seen as a haven investment. Copper also struck an all-time peak and silver jumped to the highest level in more than 11 years — with markets generally gaining from a brighter economic outlook. Gold had already hit a series of record h
The banks made record investments of Rs7.6 trillion during the year, mostly in risk-free and lucrative government papers, while advances during the same period declined instead of increasing. The latest data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday shows that the total investment of scheduled banks till April 2024 reached Rs27.281tr, compared to Rs19.694tr in April 2023. The jump