Pakistan's total public debt remained Rs17 trillion higher than the maximum statutory limit set by Parliament to ensure fiscal discipline during the last fiscal year, but the government has still managed to reduce refinancing risks by extending the tenor of domestic loans. The Debt Policy Statement 2026 disclosed that, against the maximum permissible debt limit of 56% of Gross Domestic Product
Asian shares mostly followed Wall Street futures into the red on Monday as chaotic trading in precious metals made for a nervous start to a week that is packed with corporate earnings, central bank meetings and major economic data. Silver lost another 5% at one stage, as Friday’s 30% plunge squeezed leveraged positions in what had become a very crowded trade. Dealers also said pressure on the
A delegation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) mission visited Mardan to review the construction progress of the ongoing Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) and directed the concerned authorities to ensure its early completion. The delegation also visited the office of the Water and Sanitation Services Company Mardan (WSSCM). On this occasion, a special meeting was held under the joint chairman
The growing economic stability and reforms initiatives have further strengthened global investors trust in Pakistan. According to Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad, Pakistan’s stronger financial position is further enhancing the country’s global economic standing. In a statement, he said the participation of a large number of international institutions and investors in the vir
Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025 in its Board of Directors meeting held on January 29, 2026. The fertilizer market was oversupplied for most of the year, driven by adverse climate conditions, irregular crop yields, and farmer economics, leading to higher industry-wide inventory levels. However, the Company’s effectiv