Inflation surges to nine-year high
Based on the new base year, inflation in November rose to 12.7pc from 11pc in the previous month.
Mubarak Zeb Khan
Tax laws being amended to cut non-filers’ utility connections
The government has extended the last date for filing of tax returns until Dec 16.
Govt increases private sector credit to SMEs
Hammad Azhar castigates previous governments for ignoring this vital sector which has 30pc contribution to GDP.
FBR to go after 17,000 big retailers in latest documentation drive
Shabbar Zaidi announces that the tax body will launch automated POS for all large retailers from next month.
Large-scale manufacturing shrinks 5.6pc in September
Big industry output edged up 1.92pc over August.
PM wants transit trade mechanism streamlined
Pakistan is committed to facilitate transit trade of landlocked Afghanistan, says PM Imran.
Govt’s long-term policies to boost tax culture, economy: Imran
Distributes refund cheques among prominent exporters, holds meeting with economic team.
Textile exports show meagre growth, oil imports fall in July-October
The aggregate import bill decreased 19.21pc year-on-year to $15.32bn in July-October from $18.96bn.
New policy to strip FBR of tariff setting powers
National Tariff Policy to take effect from the next budget.
Trade deficit shrinks 34pc to $7.77bn
The trade deficit fell by 29.43pc to $2.05bn in October from $2.9bn over the corresponding month last year.
Wheat support price increased to Rs1,350
The increase comes after a gap of five years.
Tax regime to be reformed with stakeholders’ consent: PM
Stresses need for ensuring optimal, timely utilisation of uplift funds.
Imported tomatoes to the rescue
A combination of ill-timed government policies and bad weather caused disruption in supply of tomatoes across Pakistan.
Govt plans tax documentation drive
The documentation drive will assist in ascertaining untapped segments including businesses, real estate and industries.
Three committees constituted for restructuring FBR
FBR chairman has tasked the committees to submit their recommendations by Nov 18.
PM approves Rs6bn relief package for consumers
Under the package, five essential commodities will be available at 4,000 USC outlets at discounted rates
Rs2bn relief package may be approved today
PM believes it's govt's responsibility to ensure availability and check prices of essential items.
Inflation clocks in at 11pc in October
Based on the new base year, October inflation comes in at 11.04pc, versus 11.4pc in the previous month.
FBR officers revolt against reform plan
Give two-day deadline to withdraw measures; demand more say in future plans.
Major overhaul planned at FBR
Board to be replaced by Pakistan Revenue Authority; PM wants plan completed by June 2020.