Stories by Mubarak Zeb Khan

Exports to major European markets slow down despite GSP+ status

Post negative growth to region in first nine months of FY26 amid ME conflict Published 27 Apr, 2026 05:21am

Pakistani exports to major European markets slow down amid ME conflict despite GSP+ status

Exports record negative growth in first nine months of FY26 compared to FY25, raising concerns over weakening demand for Pakistani goods. Published 26 Apr, 2026 04:15pm

Short-term inflation surges by 14 per cent

Energy prices drive 37th straight weekly rise. Published 25 Apr, 2026 05:06am

Price monitoring committee claims transport fares remain unchanged

NPMC meeting did not provide a breakdown of transport fares. Published 24 Apr, 2026 01:36pm

iPhones, Androids set to get costlier after new valuation

FBR increases customs values for 62 older, used handset models Published 24 Apr, 2026 05:03am

Customs increases import valuation for 62 old and used mobile phone models

The new valuation will apply to imports of old and used mobile phones in commercial quantities without packing or accessories. Published 23 Apr, 2026 06:29pm

FBR revises property valuation in six cities

Exercise aims to bring notified values closer to prevailing market rates. Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:58am

Trade with Middle East hit by tensions

Imports plunge 18pc, uptick in exports in March. Updated 22 Apr, 2026 08:14am

Food import bill jumps to $7.09bn

Sugar, edible oil drive surge. Published 19 Apr, 2026 07:13am

Fuel, food drive weekly inflation to 12.16pc

The inflation outlook will now hinge on the outcome of the expected deal between the United States and Iran in the coming week. Published 18 Apr, 2026 06:04am

Big industry grows 5.89pc in 8MFY26

Month-on-month output shrinks 8.97pc in February. Published 17 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Textile exports drop 7.06pc

Contraction highlights the volatility facing one of the country’s key export industries. Published 17 Apr, 2026 05:54am

NA panel seeks review of high taxes on mobile phones

Recommends tax reduction for sake of affordability; Qamar likens income tax on phones to sales tax. Updated 17 Apr, 2026 07:35am

Riyadh, Doha to provide $5bn lifeline to Islamabad

Support aimed at easing pressure on foreign exchange reserves. Updated 12 Apr, 2026 08:03am

Karachi transport fares spark Centre’s concern

NPMC directs Sindh to take action Published 12 Apr, 2026 05:23am

Price monitoring committee directs Sindh govt to take corrective measures against rising fares in Karachi

Overall trend in transport fares across the country remains downward, except in Karachi, committee told. Updated 11 Apr, 2026 09:59pm

Short-term inflation surges by 12.15pc

Fuel price hikes drive up costs of essentials. Published 11 Apr, 2026 06:06am

Moscow lifts ban on Pakistani potatoes

Punjab exporters resume shipments to Russia. Updated 10 Apr, 2026 07:34am

Chinese firm to invest $120m in tyre sector

Investment to scale up production and push exports beyond $100 million during the next fiscal year. Updated 10 Apr, 2026 08:09am

Exports to North America rise in July-February

US remains the dominant market, accounting for nearly 95pc of Pakistan’s total exports to North America. Published 09 Apr, 2026 06:48am