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Oil prices turn lower as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks

April 22, 2026 2:41

TOKYO: Oil prices turned lower on Wednesday after rising about $1 at the start of trade in Asia, with investors assessing the outlook for ‌US-Iran peace talks following the U.S. extension of a ceasefire. Brent crude futures were down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $98.27 a barrel at 0039 GMT, after touching $99.38 earlier in the session. West Texas Intermediate futures fell 28 cents, or 0.3%, to $89.39, after climbing as high as $90.71. Both benchmark contracts rose about 3% on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran, hours before its expiry, to allow talks to continue to end a war that ⁠has killed thousands and shaken the global economy. The move appeared unilateral, and it was not immediately clear whether Iran, or U.S. ally Israel, would agree to extend the truce, which began two weeks ago. “With the outcome of talks still unclear and the Strait of Hormuz closed, the market lacks clear direction,” said Hiroyuki Kikukawa, chief strategist of Nissan Securities Investment, a unit of Nissan Securities. “Unless fighting resumes, prices are likely to stay near the current levels for now,” Kikukawa said. Trump also said the U.S. Navy would maintain its blockade of Iran’s ports and shore, which Iranian leaders have called an act of war. There was no immediate comment from Iran’s most senior leaders on Trump’s ceasefire extension. Tasnim News Agency, affiliated ‌with ⁠Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, said Iran had not asked for the extension and repeated its position of breaking the US blockade by force. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which normally channels about 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, remained broadly halted on Tuesday with only three ships passing along the waterway in the past 24 hours, shipping data showed. Vance yet to depart for Islamabad Elsewhere, the Israeli military said Hezbollah fired rockets ⁠at its troops in southern Lebanon, accusing the Iran-backed group of violating a ceasefire ahead of U.S.-mediated talks with Lebanon this week. There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah. In Europe, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the Druzhba oil pipeline pumping Russian oil onto the ⁠continent is ready to resume operation. Three industry sources, however, said Russia is set to stop oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline starting on May 1. Later on Wednesday, the U.S. Energy Information Administration will publish inventory ⁠data. U.S. crude oil inventory fell by 4.5 million barrels last week after three weeks of gain, while gasoline and distillate stock also declined, market sources said, citing American Petroleum Institute figures on Tuesday. Analysts estimated a 1.2 million-barrel draw of crude for the week ended April 17. [...]

Dollar at week high as markets raise doubts over Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:35

TOKYO: The dollar steadied in early Asian trade on Wednesday, as skepticism over US President Donald Trump’s announcement of an indefinite extension of a ceasefire with Iran lifted demand for the safe-haven ‌currency, pushing it to a one-week high. On the policy front, Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh’s comments at a Senate confirmation hearing were interpreted as slightly hawkish, while strong retail sales data provided an upbeat view on the strength of the American economy. The U.S. dollar index , which measures the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was steady at 98.415, its highest level since April 13. “There was a modest risk-off tone overnight amid renewed uncertainty around U.S.–Iran peace talks,” analysts from Westpac wrote in a research report. Most other ⁠currencies were unchanged after the ceasefire extension. The euro was steady at $1.1739 and was up 0.1% at $1.3519. The Australian dollar was little changed at $0.7152 while the New Zealand dollar held steady at $0.5894. Against the yen , the U.S. dollar nudged down 0.1% to 159.26 yen as data earlier showed Japan’s exports rose for a seventh straight month, defying any major impact from disruptions caused by the Gulf conflict. Thai baht/US dollar weaker on Thursday The market is troubled by divisions between the hardline Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and more moderate factions within the Iranian government, said Tony Sycamore, market analyst at IG in Sydney. “Make no mistake, this internal power struggle remains the single biggest obstacle to any lasting deal, and how it resolves remains to be seen,” he said. Separately, Trump said on Tuesday he will “remember” companies that do not seek refunds for payments they made on his tariffs that were ‌deemed illegal ⁠by the Supreme Court, although he did not specify how companies might benefit by abstaining from the U.S. government’s new refund portal. U.S. retail sales increased 1.7% in March, more than the expected 1.4% rise as the war with Iran boosted gasoline prices and led to a record surge in receipts at service stations, while tax refunds underpinned spending elsewhere. Regime change at the fed In Washington, Warsh said on Tuesday he had made no promises to Trump about cutting interest ⁠rates, as he tried to assure U.S. senators mulling his confirmation to lead the U.S. central bank that he would act independently of the White House while pursuing broad reforms. “The most interesting points were probably that he emphasized the Fed’s independence and clearly rejected any request from President Trump to cut ⁠rates; taken together, the overall tone could be described as slightly hawkish,” said Junya Tanase, chief Japan FX strategist at JPMorgan Chase & Co in Tokyo. “That said, since OIS pricing barely moved even after Warsh’s remarks, yesterday’s rise in U.S. yields and the USD’s strength were likely ⁠driven mainly by higher oil prices on Iran-related news, suggesting Warsh’s impact was limited.” Republican Senator Thom Tillis used his time during the hearing to detail why he would delay the confirmation until the Trump administration drops an ongoing criminal probe of current Fed Chair Jerome Powell. In cryptocurrencies, bitcoin was up 0.2% at $75,894.67, while ether nudged up by the same magnitude to $2,321.92. [...]

Stocks gain, dollar wobbles as Trump extends Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:31

SINGAPORE: US stock futures rose and the dollar wavered on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the Iran ceasefire keeping sentiment buoyed although with the Strait of Hormuz still ‌closed oil held onto its recent gains. Trump’s announcement appeared to be unilateral, and it was not immediately clear whether Iran, or US ally Israel, would agree to extend the ceasefire, which began two weeks ago. Markets though took the news in stride with risk momentum intact. S&P futures ⁠rose 0.5% while Nasdaq futures gained 0.6% in early Asian hours. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan eased 0.14% after hitting a seven-week high in the previous session. Japan’s Nikkei was down 0.2% as traders consolidated their recent gains. After a sharp selloff in March due to war in the Middle East, markets across the globe have swiftly rebounded this month and are back at pre-war levels as the prospect of a peace deal and the ‌ceasefire ⁠have helped risk sentiment. “It appears markets were right to assume peak war uncertainty is behind us,” said Matt Simpson, a senior market analyst at StoneX. Stocks rebound as Iran peace talks in focus; Warsh hearing looms “Risk seems likely to remain buoyant and dips viewed favourably by equity bulls. The closure of the Strait ⁠of Hormuz is already priced in.” Trump said he would continue the U.S. Navy’s blockade of Iran’s ports and shore. Tehran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz through ⁠which one-fifth of world’s energy supply usually flows, causing a global energy shock. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures climbed 0.44% to $90.12 a barrel. The benchmark ⁠contract rose 2.8% on Tuesday. In currencies, the euro last fetched $1.1748 in early trading. The yen was a bit stronger at 159.26 per dollar and sterling firmed to $1.35195. [...]

US stocks edge up as markets eye ceasefire deadline

April 21, 2026 5:31

NEW YORK: Wall Street stocks edged higher early Tuesday, as markets hoped for a continuation of a US-Iran ceasefire while digesting US data and earnings. After spiking a day earlier on Iran’s resumed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices edged lower on Tuesday. A two-week ceasefire is set to expire by Wednesday. About 10 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.5 percent at 49,673.23. READ MORE: Wall St retreats after rally as rising US-Iran tensions hurt risk appetite The broad-based S&P 500 added 0.1 percent at 7,114.01, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index also advanced 0.1 percent to 24,423.19. “The demand for stocks is there this morning, with market participants clutching to good news over bad and retaining hope that the Iran war won’t have a lasting and negative impact on the global economy,” said Briefing.com analyst Patrick O’Hare. US retail sales rose by 1.7 percent from the prior month to $752.1 billion, climbing more than expected due largely to surging gasoline prices. Among individual companies, Apple fell 0.8 percent after announcing that longtime CEO Tim Cook will step down this year, handing the top job to company veteran John Ternus as the company navigates a technology landscape being upended by AI. After earnings results, UnitedHealth Group jumped 8.2 percent while RTX edged up 0.1 percent. [...]

US official says gas prices have peaked despite Iran war

April 21, 2026 5:26

WASHINGTON: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Tuesday gasoline prices appeared to have peaked after a surge linked to the Iran war – a marked shift in tone a day after President Donald Trump publicly rebuked his earlier, more cautious outlook. “I don’t know the future of energy prices – often I will speculate or look at those things. I would say, gasoline prices, it looks like they peaked about a week or so ago,” Wright told the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. READ MORE: US energy chief says gas prices could stay above $3 per gallon until next year He said the high point was $1 a gallon cheaper than the peak during the administration of Trump’s predecessor Joe Biden, adding: “Yet we’re in the midst of ending a 47-year conflict in the Middle East, a major energy producing region.” [...]

Rupee gains ground against US dollar

April 21, 2026 4:13

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At close, the local currency settled at 278.90, a gain of Re0.01, against the greenback. On Monday, the local unit closed at 278.91. Additionally, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Tuesday it had received funds of $1 billion from the Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. “This is the second tranche of the $3 billion deposit recently agreed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” said the central bank. The first tranche of $2 billion was received on April 15, 2026, it added. Meanwhile, the dollar and yen were under pressure on Tuesday, with investors poised to buy riskier currencies and hoping for a US-Iran deal to reopen ‌Gulf shipping, while a sticky inflation reading lifted the New Zealand dollar. The euro stood at $1.1782, and sterling traded at $1.35225, both down roughly 0.1% so far on the day. The risk-sensitive Australian dollar weakened 0.1% to $0.7171 in early trading. 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Most Gulf markets inch higher on hopes of US-Iran peace talks

April 21, 2026 2:56

Most Gulf equity markets ended marginally higher on Tuesday, supported by reports that Iran is considering attending peace talks with the United States, raising cautious hopes for diplomacy as the two-week ceasefire nears its end. A senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday that Tehran was “positively reviewing” participating in the talks in Pakistan, which is making efforts to U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, which has emerged as a major obstacle to reviving negotiations. However, the official stressed that no final decision had been taken, while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said continued U.S. violations of the ceasefire remained a serious impediment to the diplomatic process. Iran’s top negotiator and parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, reiterated that Tehran would not negotiate under threat. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz — which carries about a fifth of global oil supply — remained limited. Dubai’s main share index - which fell 2.1% in the previous session - closed up 0.3%, helped by a 0.3% rise in blue-chip developer Emaar Properties . In Abu Dhabi, the index edged 0.2% higher. GCC equity markets stabilized as investor focus shifted to the next round of regional diplomacy, with improving expectations of de-escalation offering near-term support despite lingering geopolitical risks. Oil prices are likely to remain volatile as the situation evolves, said Joseph Dahrieh, managing director at Tickmill. “In the event of clearer diplomatic progress, UAE equities could be well-positioned to extend their recovery trajectory.” The Qatari index closed up 0.1%, with petrochemical maker Industries Qatar rising 0.8%. On the other hand, Saudi Arabia’s benchmark index dipped 0.2%, with Saudi National Bank, the country’s biggest lender by assets, losing 2.4%. Oil major Saudi Aramco eased 0.2%. Brent crude futures edged down by 18 cents to $95.30 a barrel. Outside the Gulf, Egypt’s blue-chip index gained 0.3%. Saudi Arabia eased 0.2% to 11,345Abu Dhabi rose 0.2% to 9,861Dubai added 0.3% to 5,878Qatar was up 0.1% to 10,685Egypt gained 0.3% to 51,977Bahrain was flat at 1,933Oman lost 0.4% to 8,225Kuwait gained 0.2% to 9,487 [...]

Wall St gains as AI, earnings momentum outweigh Middle East angst

April 21, 2026 2:25

Wall Street’s main indexes inched higher on Tuesday as renewed artificial intelligence optimism and strong corporate earnings bolstered markets battered by constant back-and-forth over the resolution of the Middle East conflict. J.P. Morgan raised its year-end target for the S&P 500, citing AI and tech-driven earnings, while Amazon said on Monday it will invest up to $25 billion in Anthropic, signaling Big Tech is still willing to pour money into AI. Amazon shares rose 2%, helping the S&P 500 consumer discretionary sector jump nearly 1% to become the biggest gainer on the benchmark. A 0.5% decline in the healthcare sector limited gains in the S&P 500. Investors are also awaiting the Senate confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has promised to block the confirmation until the Department of Justice ends an investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell that Tillis says threatens the central bank’s independence. The hearing could have far-reaching implications for monetary policy, especially as Trump has vowed to fire Powell if he does not leave when his term ends in May. At 09:45 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 309.83 points, or 0.63%, to 49,752.39, the S&P 500 gained 12.30 points, or 0.17%, to 7,121.44 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 34.10 points, or 0.14%, to 24,438.49. Despite the uncertainty, AI hopes and upbeat earnings prevented investors from retreating to the sidelines. Of the 48 companies in the benchmark S&P 500 index that reported earnings as of last Friday, 87.5% surpassed analysts’ estimates, compared with a long-term average of 67.4%, according to LSEG data. The earnings have been strong and are overpowering the narrative, said Thomas Hayes, chairman at Great Hill Capital. UnitedHealth jumped 9.2% after the healthcare conglomerate raised its annual profit forecast and beat Wall Street expectations for the first quarter. The stock was the biggest boost to the blue-chip Dow. Peers CVS Health and Humana rose 1.7% and 5.2%, respectively. GE Aerospace fell 3.1%. The company said it was bracing for a tougher backdrop of elevated oil prices, fuel supply constraints and slower global growth. War fuels volatility Markets have been pulled in opposite directions by a torrent of conflicting headlines in recent days. On Friday, Tehran’s vow to reopen the Strait of Hormuz – a crucial waterway for oil shipping – briefly sparked hopes for de-escalation, which quickly faded over the weekend when Iran fired what appeared to be warning shots at vessels and the U.S. military seized an Iranian cargo ship. In an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, Trump said the U.S. would end up with a “great deal” with Iran. However, uncertainty around the end of the two-week ceasefire loomed. Alaska Air fell 1.3% as the airline withdrew its full-year profit forecast. Apple was among the other stocks under the spotlight, falling 0.5% after the company said CEO Tim Cook would hand over the reins to longtime hardware boss John Ternus. Separately, data showed that U.S. retail sales increased more than expected in March. Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 1.44-to-1 ratio on the NYSE and by a 1.07-to-1 ratio on the Nasdaq. The S&P 500 posted 41 new 52-week highs and 2 new lows, while the Nasdaq Composite recorded 100 new highs and 23 new lows. [...]

Copper in limbo as traders await Iran war, Fed signals

April 21, 2026 1:55

Copper prices lacked direction on Tuesday as investors waited for news on whether peace talks between the United States and Iran would go ahead, as well as a Federal Reserve chair confirmation hearing that could provide clues on interest rates. Benchmark three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange was up 0.1% at $13,288 per metric ton in official open outcry activity, after ending down 0.5% in the previous session. The United States expressed confidence that talks with Iran would still take place and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant hurdles and uncertainty remain as the end of a ceasefire looms. “The lack of directional move suggests that, for now, the complex is waiting for clearer signals from macro and geopolitical developments,” brokerage Sucden Financial said in a note on industrial metals. The dollar index nudged up 0.1%, making greenback-denominated metals more expensive for holders of other currencies. Copper and aluminium trade in narrow ranges ahead of possible U.S.-Iran talks Investors were also focused on Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh’s Senate hearing on Tuesday, which will test his independence from a White House that had criticised current Fed Chair Jerome Powell multiple times for failing to cut rates sooner. In China, refined copper output rose to a monthly record in March, showing no cutbacks despite last year’s vow by smelters to trim output by 10% to counter falling processing fees. Elsewhere, aluminium added 0.3% to $3,568 a ton, as concerns over Gulf supplies persist, while zinc was the biggest gainer on the LME, rising 1.1% to $3,447.50. Investors were likely hedging their short positions on zinc, used to galvanise steel, by buying futures contracts, one trader said. Broker Marex said the overall speculative long position on zinc was the highest since the second quarter of 2024. Lead climbed 0.4% to $1,981, tin added 0.7% to $51,040 and nickel nudged up 0.2% to $18,290. Nickel contracts on the Shanghai Futures Exchange will be opened to overseas traders for the first time from today’s evening session in China. [...]

Saudi Arabia February crude exports up, output highest since 2022, JODI says

April 21, 2026 1:47

Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports rose to 7.276 million barrels per day in February, from 6.993 million bpd in January, while crude output hit its highest level since October 2022, Joint Organizations Data Initiative (JODI) data showed on Tuesday. Saudi production in February was about 10.882 million bpd, the JODI data showed, up from 10.100 million bpd in January. Monthly export figures are provided by Riyadh and other members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to JODI, a data transparency initiative coordinated by energy organisations including OPEC and the IEA. The Iran war has caused supply shocks and driven oil prices higher, flipping 2026 market expectations from surplus to deficit and intensifying fears of scarcity. Saudi oil sales to China to halve next month, Bloomberg News reports Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest oil exporter, is facing growing challenges in moving its crude to global markets as the conflict prevents tankers exiting the Gulf. Heightened security risks and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz have reduced vessel movements to a minimum, constraining export flows despite ample production capacity. “Amid the tensions in the Middle East and ahead of the start of the conflict, production and export were increased to fill up storage abroad, as volumes supplied to the market were lower in February,” said UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo. OPEC lowered its forecast for world oil demand in the second quarter by 500,000 bpd, the producer group’s monthly oil report showed in its first public assessment of the Iran war’s impact. OPEC+ had agreed earlier this month to raise its oil output quotas by 206,000 bpd for May, a rise that will largely exist on paper as its key members are unable to raise production. Saudi Arabia’s refinery crude throughput in February rose by 0.207 million bpd to 3.012 million bpd from January’s 2.805 million bpd, the JODI data showed, while direct crude burning increased by 21,000 bpd to 248,000 bpd. [...]

India bonds tick up tracking oil, market focus on US-Iran talks

April 21, 2026 1:34

MUMBAI: Indian government bonds ended marginally higher on Tuesday, as oil prices dipped amid optimism that talks between the U.S. and Iran would take place this week. The U.S. has expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran will go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant uncertainty remained as the end of a ceasefire loomed. India’s benchmark 6.48% 2035 bond yield ended at 6.889%, marginally lower than the previous close. Bond yields move inversely to prices. The benchmark Brent crude contract was at $95 per barrel, reversing half of its post-Iran war gains. Higher oil prices are detrimental to India, which relies on imports to meet nearly 90% of its crude needs. “We noticed that positioning in government bonds has become a lot lighter since the start of the year, and onshore flows might return on the back of a significant improvement in global risk sentiment,” said Matthew Kok, a portfolio manager at Eastspring Investments. The Reserve Bank of India, which maintained its policy rate and stance earlier this month, has a baseline crude price assumption of $85 per barrel for the fiscal year ending March 2027. “Higher energy prices will dampen GDP growth, widen the trade deficit and increase fiscal risks through rising subsidy requirements,” credit rating agency Moody’s said in a note. Rates India’s overnight index swap rates ended barely changed, with volumes drying up as traders awaited cues on direction of interest rates. The one-year OIS rate ended at 5.7825%, while the two-year swap rate closed at 5.9825%. The liquid five-year OIS rate settled at 6.36%. [...]

India regulator’s panel recommends NSE pay $193 million to settle cases, sources say

April 21, 2026 1:28

MUMBAI: An external panel set up by India’s market regulator has recommended that the National Stock Exchange of India settle pending legal disputes by paying a little over 18 billion Indian rupees ($192.5 million), two sources with direct knowledge of the matter said. The recommendation brings the world’s largest derivatives exchange closer to resolving its long-running dispute with the Securities and Exchange Board of India. Allegations of governance lapses and that it failed to provide equitable access to all trading members have delayed NSE’s initial public offering for nearly 10 years. “NSE’s proposal to settle past infractions was considered by the panel about a fortnight ago for approval,” one of the two sources said. The panel’s recommended amount is more than the 13 billion rupees NSE set aside late last year to settle pending cases with the regulator. India’s NSE to launch Platts‑based crude futures in tie-up with S&P Global Energy SEBI would soon issue a demand letter to NSE to deposit the money, before issuing an order to finalise the settlement, the two sources said. Both sources declined to be named as they are not authorized to speak to media. SEBI did not respond to a request for comment while an NSE spokesperson declined to comment. NSE last month appointed 20 banks to manage its IPO, the most selected to manage any public issue in India to date. As India’s largest bourse, the NSE is also the country’s largest unlisted company, with 190,000 investors. The appointed banks sent out letters to NSE’s current investors inviting them to sell their shares in the offer, with a deadline for expressions of interest on April 27, the second source said. “The exchange may file for an IPO by late next month after its financial results are declared,” the source said. [...]

Gold price per tola drops by Rs1,000 in Pakistan

April 21, 2026 1:12

Gold prices in Pakistan decreased on Tuesday in line with their loss in the international market. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs500,162 after a decline of Rs1,000 during the day. Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs428,808 after it fell by Rs857, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Monday, gold price per tola reached Rs501,162 after a decline of Rs4,900 during the day. The international rate of gold declined by $10 to reach $4,778 per ounce (with a premium of $20). Meanwhile, the price of silver also decreased by Rs59 to reach Rs8,358 per tola. [...]

Palm rises on firmer rival oils, Indonesia’s biodiesel trials

April 21, 2026 1:04

JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures climbed for a second straight session on Tuesday, supported by higher rival edible oils and Indonesia’s biodiesel programme, though expectations of higher production limited gains. The benchmark palm oil contract for July delivery on the Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Exchange closed 63 ringgit, or 1.44% higher at 4,561 ringgit ($1,155.27) per metric ton. The contract gained as much as 2.45% earlier in the session, touching its highest level in over a week, before paring back some of the gains. The contract was supported by stronger rival Dalian oils as market participants awaited potential U.S.-Iran peace talks, and the progress in Indonesia’s road test in preparation for a higher content of palm oil in biodiesel, a Kuala Lumpur-based trader said. Dalian’s most-active soyoil contract rose 1.90%, while its palm oil contract added 3.33%. Soyoil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade were up 0.62%. Palm oil tracks the price movements of rival edible oils, as it competes for a share of the global vegetable oils market. The world’s top palm oil exporter Indonesia plans to raise its mandatory mix of palm oil-based fuel in biodiesel to 50% starting July 1, from current 40%, which likely will reduce export supply of the vegetable oil. Indonesia on Tuesday conducted road tests for the higher blend and said it is on track for the scheduled implementation. Meanwhile, Fitch Group’s BMI in a report on Tuesday said it maintains its palm oil annual price forecast this year at 4,300 ringgit per ton, with the near-term price expected to be largely determined by developments in the Middle East conflict. “We expect front-month Bursa Malaysia-listed palm oil prices to ease from current levels toward 4,200 ringgit per tonne through Q2 2026 under our base case conflict scenario, as the ceasefire holds, energy prices retreat and seasonal production in Malaysia and Indonesia ramps up,” it said in a report. [...]

Indian banks hold back on NDF contracts for clients despite RBI loosening curbs, sources say

April 21, 2026 11:43

MUMBAI: Indian banks are still holding back from offering Indian rupee non-deliverable forwards to clients, despite the central bank lifting restrictions imposed three weeks ago when the rupee slid to an all-time low, four sources said. The Reserve Bank of India on (RBI) Monday withdrew restrictions imposed on April 1 that barred banks from offering non-deliverable forwards to clients. It also removed curbs on corporates rebooking cancelled foreign exchange contracts. Despite the central bank’s relaxations, three treasury officials said their banks weren’t yet allowing clients to undertake NDF trades, while one said his bank is permitting such trades with heightened caution. The officials said they are not treating the partial removal of curbs as a return to business as usual, as the central bank remains watchful of currency market activity. “At this stage, the compliance and supervisory risks are just too high,” one of the treasury officials said. India’s HDFC Bank beats profit estimates on strong loan growth All four sources requested anonymity as they are not authorised to speak to the media. The intent behind the relaxation appears to be to facilitate companies with genuine hedging needs, one of the three sources said. The central bank had imposed restrictions on NDF trades after corporates began exploiting arbitrage opportunities between onshore and offshore markets that emerged following its capping ofbanks’ net open positions at $100 million. That cap was introduced to curb arbitrage trades by banks which were piling pressure on the rupee. Corporates engaging in the same kind of trades diluted the impact of the RBI’s initial measures, prompting a deeper clampdown. The RBI later began scrutinizing how large banks unwound their rupee arbitrage positions, particularly in cases where corporates and related parties were involved. At an FX conference earlier this month, RBI Deputy Governor T. Rabi Sankar said the central bank was unhappy with banks transferring rupee arbitrage trades to corporate clients despite knowing that such activity is not permitted for companies, the sources said. Those remarks have made market participants extra cautious, the second source said. The third source said while companies may now theoretically be able to enter arbitrage trades again after the NDF relaxation, the RBI’s scrutiny is likely to deter such trades. He added that the spread between onshore and offshore rates has also compressed, diminishing the incentive to pursue such trades. For the one-month tenor, the dollar/rupee NDF rate is trading 7–8 paisa above the onshore market. At the height of market turmoil when RBI imposed limits on banks, this spread was nearly one rupee. The treasury official at the bank allowing limited NDF trades said simultaneous buying and selling of dollars for the same maturity offshore and onshore would raise warning signs. The central bank did not immediately respond to a Reuters email seeking comment. [...]

Oil rises 3pc as Iran undecided on talks

April 22, 2026 2:43

NEW YORK: Oil prices climbed about 3 percent on Tuesday after Iran said it had yet to decide whether to attend peace talks with the United States, with one day left before the ceasefire runs out in the Iran war. US President Donald Trump said he hoped to reach a deal to end the war, but he did not want to extend the ceasefire, and said the US military was “raring to go” if negotiations were not successful. Brent futures rose USD3, or 3.1 percent, to settle at USD98.48 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude rose USD2.52, or 2.8 percent, to settle at $92.13. Crude futures pared earlier gains of around 5 percent after reports US Vice President JD Vance, due to lead the US delegation, had yet to board a flight for Islamabad at midday on Tuesday. READ MORE: Oil steadies as markets await possible US-Iran talks Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which normally handles about 20 percent of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, remained broadly halted on Tuesday with only three ships passing the waterway in the past 24 hours, shipping data showed. “You’ve already at this point lost a billion barrels, even if this resolves tomorrow. If it’s another month, it’s 1.5 billion barrels,” Saad Rahim, chief economist at commodity trader Trafigura, said at the FT Global Commodities Summit. Elsewhere in the Middle East, the Israeli military said Hezbollah fired rockets at Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, accusing the Iran-backed group of violating a ceasefire ahead of US-mediated talks between the Israeli and Lebanese governments this week. There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah. The European Union will provide guidance to airlines on how to handle issues such as airport slots, passenger rights and public service obligations in the event of jet fuel shortages because of the Iran war, the bloc’s transport chief said. German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche said supplies of jet fuel are not in danger as refineries adapt to increased demand, but added the government is monitoring the situation. Russian supplies Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the Druzhba oil pipeline pumping Russian oil to Europe is ready to resume operations, signaling that Ukraine now expects a 90 billion euro ($106 billion) aid package to be unblocked. Three industry sources, however, said Russia is set to stop oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline starting from May 1. Russia’s energy ministry did not immediately reply to a request for comment. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said he was not aware of a move to stop the oil exports. In Germany, the biggest economy in Europe, investor morale declined to its lowest level in more than three years in April as businesses started to feel the economic consequences of the Iran war far beyond price increases, the ZEW economic research institute said. In the United States, retail sales increased more than expected in March as the war in Iran boosted gasoline prices and led to a record surge in receipts at service stations, while tax refunds underpinned spending elsewhere. US oil storage reports awaited Those crude price increases came as the market waited for direction from weekly storage reports from the American Petroleum Institute trade group later on Tuesday and the US Energy Information Administration on Wednesday. Analysts projected that energy firms pulled 1.2 million barrels of crude from storage during the week ended April 17. If correct, that would be the first time energy firms pulled crude out of storage for two weeks in a row since February, and compares with an increase of 0.2 million barrels in the same week last year and a decline of 3.7 million barrels over the past five years (2021 to 2025). [...]

Oil prices turn lower as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks

April 22, 2026 2:41

Dollar at week high as markets raise doubts over Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:35

Stocks gain, dollar wobbles as Trump extends Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:31

SECP enforces UBO disclosure to strengthen transparency

April 22, 2026 2:23

ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has directed all companies to ensure timely submission of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) information through Form-19 on its eZfile portal. Section 123A of the Companies Act, 2017, requires all companies to file Form-19 declaring Ultimate Beneficial Ownership along with their annual return. Disclosure of UBO information is essential to ensure corporate transparency, prevent misuse of corporate structures, and strengthen Pakistan’s framework for combating money laundering and illicit financial flows. UBO refers to the natural person(s) who ultimately own or control a company, whether directly or indirectly. This includes individuals who exercise significant influence or control over the company, even if they are not formally listed as shareholders or directors. The SECP has observed that a number of companies have yet to comply with this mandatory requirement and has advised them to complete the filing without delay. Companies can file Form-19 through the SECP’s eZfile portal by logging into their company account, selecting the relevant filing option, and providing details of ultimate beneficial owners. The form requires accurate disclosure of ownership structure, shareholding or control percentages, and particulars of beneficial owners. Companies are also required to maintain an internal register of beneficial owners and ensure that such information is updated annually or whenever changes occur. Non-submission of Form-19 is a violation of Section 123A of the Act and may result in penalties of up to Rs. 1 million on directors, officers, or other responsible persons, and up to Rs. 10 million on the company. The SECP has urged all companies to ensure compliance within the stipulated timeline and warned that legal proceedings will be initiated against those failing to file Form-19 by April 30, 2026. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Food and agri products: Kuwait embassy, KCCI, TDAP hold hybrid B2B Forum

April 22, 2026 2:17

ISLAMABAD: The Embassy of Pakistan in Kuwait, in collaboration with the Kuwait Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), successfully organised a hybrid B2B Forum on Food & Agriculture Products. The Pakistani side was led by H.E. Dr Zafar Iqbal, Ambassador of Pakistan to Kuwait, reflecting the importance of strengthening bilateral economic ties. The Kuwait side, led by Firas Al Oda, Assistant Director General, KCCI, saw participation from 30 Kuwaiti companies, including leading retailers such as Sultan Centre and Lulu Hypermarket, and distributors like Mezzan Holding and Al Eid Foods. From Pakistan, FPCCI Vice President (Lahore Chapter) Zaki Ijaz and Vice President & Chairman (Islamabad Chapter) Karim Aziz Malik addressed the session, alongside participation from 30 plus exporters including Big Bird, Shangrilla, Sufi, Qarshi, and President, Pakistan Dairy Association. Athar Khokar, Director General TDAP, highlighted Pakistan’s strong potential in agro and food exports. A comprehensive presentation by TDAP showcased the strong yet underutilised trade relationship between Pakistan and Kuwait, emphasising Pakistan’s capacity to supply high-quality agro and food products. Key sectors included rice, fruits and vegetables, meat, seafood, and value-added food products, along with current logistics solutions via sea and air. This was followed by a logistics presentation by Jazeera Airways. An interactive Q&A session enabled direct engagement between Pakistani exporters and Kuwaiti importers, to be followed by dedicated B2B meetings to further explore commercial opportunities. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Minister speaks at CTIS: Global partners invited to explore vast economic potential

April 22, 2026 2:12

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh invites global investors to partner with Pakistan at Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit. Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, addressed the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS) 2026 in London, presenting Pakistan as a dynamic, reform-driven, and investment-ready economy, and inviting global partners to explore its vast economic potential. Addressing distinguished delegates, policymakers, and business leaders from across the Commonwealth, the Federal Minister expressed gratitude to the Government of the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), and its Chairman, Lord Marland, for convening the summit. He also acknowledged the support of Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal, in facilitating Pakistan’s effective participation. In his keynote address, the Minister delivered a strong message to the global investment community, stating that “Pakistan is open, Pakistan is ready, and Pakistan seeks to be your partner of first choice.” He emphasized that with a population exceeding 240 million—predominantly young and enterprising—alongside improving macroeconomic indicators and a reform-oriented government, Pakistan stands at the threshold of a new era of stability, opportunity, and growth. Highlighting Pakistan’s strategic direction, the Minister noted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistan is actively pursuing an agenda of economic revival, investment promotion, and institutional reforms aimed at sustainable growth and global competitiveness. The Minister underscored Pakistan’s strategic geographic advantage, noting the country’s role as a vital connectivity hub linking South Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, and China. He stated that with operational ports at Gwadar and Karachi, and infrastructure developed under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Pakistan offers global investors access to markets of over 3 billion people. He invited Commonwealth countries to utilize Pakistan as a manufacturing hub, transit economy, and secure investment destination in an increasingly uncertain global environment. Outlining key reforms, the Federal Minister highlighted the Government’s comprehensive approach to improving ease of doing business. He noted that the Board of Investment (BOI), as the apex investment promotion agency under the Prime Minister’s Office, is spearheading initiatives to simplify regulatory procedures, enhance transparency, and provide one-window facilitation to investors. He informed participants about the Pakistan Investment Policy 2023, aimed at increasing the investment-to-GDP ratio from 15% to 20% through targeted incentives and improved coordination between federal and provincial authorities. He also highlighted the Pakistan Regulatory Modernization Initiative (PRMI), under which over 400 reforms have been implemented, resulting in significant cost savings for businesses and improved regulatory efficiency. The Minister further shared that initiatives such as the Asaan Karobar Act 2025, Business Facilitation Centres (BFCs), and digitalization measures—including e-registry systems and business portals—are transforming Pakistan’s business landscape. These reforms are enabling faster approvals, reducing compliance burdens, and facilitating new business creation and job generation. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Agriculture sector: Syngenta team, Punjab governor discuss policy reforms

April 22, 2026 1:55

LAHORE: Senior executives from Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural science, called on the Governor of Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and the Secretary of Agriculture Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahoo alongside other key stakeholders to discuss a shared commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture and reinforcing Pakistan’s position with the global agricultural landscape. The meeting held during the recent visit of the Company’s officials to Lahore this week as part of a broader engagement to strengthen collaboration and address evolving challenges in Pakistan’s agriculture sector. Alex Berkovskiy, President for the Africa, Middle East and Asia region, and Jerome Barbaron, Business Head for Africa and the Middle East, were accompanied by Zeeshan Hasib Baig, Country General Manager of Syngenta Pakistan, and Ali Murtaza, Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability. Pakistan’s agriculture sector, which employs nearly 40 percent of the workforce and contributes significantly to the production of wheat, rice, cotton, and sugarcane, continues to face increasing pressure from climate variability, including erratic monsoons, flooding, and prolonged droughts. Discussions centred on the adoption of modern crop protection tools and bio-stimulants, and the regulatory reforms needed to bring them within reach of smallholder farmers. Syngenta’s leadership pointed to the taxation currently applied to agricultural inputs, including bio-stimulants, as a critical barrier that effectively prices out technologies designed to build climate resilience. “Pakistan’s farmers are among the most resilient in the world, yet they continue to face a double burden,” said Zeeshan Baig. “This visit reaffirms Syngenta’s long-term commitment to Pakistan. We are here as partners in building a food-secure future.” Provincial officials expressed openness to continued dialogue, with both sides underscoring the importance of science-based policy reform to support long-term food security. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Governor seeks Iranian investment in Sindh

April 22, 2026 1:53

KARACHI: Iran’s Consul General in Karachi, Akbar Eisa Zadeh called on Sindh Governor Syed Mohammad Nehal Hashmi on Tuesday at the Governor House, where both personalities discussed bilateral relations and regional developments. They exchanged views on issues of mutual interest, with a focus on strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and Iran. The Iranian Consul General congratulated Hashmi on assuming office and extended his best wishes. Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said Pakistan and Iran share deep-rooted ties based on cultural, social, historical and religious links. He added that the people of Pakistan stand with their “Iranian brothers,” particularly in the context of challenges facing the Muslim world. Hashmi emphasiSed the need to enhance bilateral trade and encourage Iranian investment in Sindh, while also underlining the importance of completing the long-delayed Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project. He said Pakistan’s Prime Minister and military leadership were playing an active role in promoting peace in the region. The Iranian Consul General appreciated Pakistan’s efforts for regional stability and said Tehran was keen to see early completion of the gas pipeline project to boost energy cooperation between the two countries. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Russia to halt Kazakhstan’s oil flows to Germany via Druzhba

April 22, 2026 1:44

MOSCOW: Russia is set to stop oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline starting from May 1, three industry sources said on Tuesday. The sources, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity, said that an adjusted oil exporting schedule has been sent to Kazakhstan and Germany. A halt to Kazakh flows would add more uncertainty to Germany’s fuel supply as the Iran war disrupts energy shipments from the Middle East only a few years after Berlin’s decades-long energy ties with Russia were upended by the war in Ukraine. Kazakhstan’s oil exports to Germany via Russia’s Druzhba pipeline totalled 2.146 million metric tons, or around 43,000 barrels per day, in 2025, an increase of 44 PERCENT from 2024, and 730,000 tons in the first quarter of 2026. A complete halt would remove about 17 PERCENT of the up to 12 million metric tons of oil a year processed by Germany’s PCK refinery - one of the country’s largest - in the northeastern town of Schwedt, fuel from which powers 9 out of 10 cars in the Berlin and Brandenburg region. [...]

Trump says currency swap with UAE under study

April 22, 2026 1:42

WASHINGTON: President Trump said on Tuesday that the United States was considering helping the United Arab Emirates financially and a currency swap with the Middle East nation was under consideration. “It is,” Trump told CNBC when asked if a currency swap with the UAE was under consideration, calling them a good ally. “They’re really led by incredible people… I mean, I’m surprised, because they are really rich,” Trump said. “If I could help them, I would, I mean, we’re helping them much more with what we’re doing with the war,” Trump said referring to US and Israel’s war with Iran. The Wall Street Journal reported that UAE’s central bank governor raised the idea of a currency swap line with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve officials in meetings in Washington last week, in case the war plunges the oil-rich country into a deeper crisis. [...]

Shipping traffic through Hormuz still largely halted

April 22, 2026 1:32

LONDON: Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained broadly halted on Tuesday with only three ships passing the waterway in the past 24 hours, shipping data showed. A US blockade of Iranian ports has infuriated Tehran, prompting it to maintain its own restrictions on the strait, which had been typically handling roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supply. The Ean Spir products tanker, which had no known flag or known ownership, sailed through Hormuz on Tuesday after previously calling at an Iraqi port, ship tracking data on the MarineTraffic platform showed. The Lian Star cargo ship, which had no known flag or known ownership, also sailed through the strait from an Iranian port, the data showed. Separately, the Meda liquefied petroleum gas tanker, which had called at a United Arab Emirates port in the Gulf and also had no known flag or ownership, crossed the strait on Monday in its second attempt to leave the Gulf after turning back previously, according to satellite analysis from data analytics specialists SynMax. Those are a fraction of the 140 ships that sailed through daily before the US and Israel’s war on Iran began on February 28. More than a dozen tankers passed through the strait after Iran briefly declared it open on Friday, before Tehran announced it was closed on Saturday, firing shots at vessels. “Even vessels that seemingly check the publicly known boxes for successful transit through both blockades, can find themselves in danger and unable to pass,” shipbroker BRS said in a note this week. A ceasefire between the US and Iran appeared in jeopardy on Tuesday with Tehran not committing to join new peace talks and the US military saying it had seized a tanker linked to Iran in international waters. Seafarers’ lives at risk Hundreds of ships and 20,000 seafarers remain stuck inside the Gulf unable to sail. “We cannot put at risk the lives of the seafarers,” Arsenio Dominguez, secretary-general of the UN’s shipping agency, told reporters on the sidelines of Singapore’s maritime week on Tuesday. “We saw what happened last weekend, that on Friday, when some ships started to sail. Then there was an announcement that the strait was closed, and then some ships were actually targeted. Thankfully, we didn’t have any casualties and there was no damage to the vessels.” [...]

Punjab disburses Rs191bn interest-free housing loans

April 22, 2026 12:37

LAHORE: The Punjab government has disbursed interest-free loans exceeding Rs191 billion to low-income households for house construction under the “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar” programme, officials said on Tuesday. Director General Punjab Housing & Town Planning Agency (PHATA), Sikandar Zeeshan, shared the update while briefing Provincial Minister for Housing and Urban Development Bilal Yaseen on the progress of the flagship housing initiative and related departmental affairs. During the briefing, it was revealed that financial assistance has so far been extended to 135,410 families, enabling them to construct their own homes. Over 91,000 housing units have already been completed, marking a significant milestone for the programme. Officials further informed that approximately 42,000 houses are currently under construction and are expected to be completed within the ongoing fiscal year. In addition, arrangements are underway to extend interest-free loans to more than 12,000 additional families in the near future. The minister noted that monthly recoveries exceeding Rs10 billion demonstrate the scheme’s operational transparency and financial sustainability. He added that the initiative has effectively translated the vision of home ownership into reality for low-income segments of society. According to official data, over 1.176 million applications have been received under the programme, reflecting growing public confidence in the government’s housing initiatives. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

United Insurance reaffirms its IFS rating

April 22, 2026 12:37

LAHORE: The United Insurance Company of Pakistan Limited (the Company) has reaffirmed its Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating of AA+ by the Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (PACRA). This rating reflects the Company’s well-established presence within Pakistan’s non-life insurance sector, underpinned by resilient business fundamentals and a consistent operating track record. United Insurance, a flagship entity of the United International Group (UIG), benefits from a diversified group footprint spanning insurance, microfinance, IT, dairy, and vehicle tracking. The Company operates a balanced portfolio comprising approximately 81% conventional insurance and 19% Window Takaful, with ongoing efforts to expand its Takaful segment. The Company’s revenue base remains anchored in the miscellaneous segment, including hospitalization, travel, and bond business, contributing around 43% of Gross Premium Written (GPW). Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

January-March 2026: PTCL Group achieves Rs3.1bn net profit

April 22, 2026 12:37

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) Group has achieved a net profit of Rs3.1 billion during January-March 2026, and the company announced to formally launch the 5G services from next month. CEO, PTCL and Ufone, Hatem Bamatraf, while announcing the Q1 2026 financial results, said that the revenues of the PTCL group increased by 58 percent during Jan-March 2026 compared to the same period last year. The PTCL Group staged a comeback into profits with Rs. 3.1 billion bottom-line in Q1 2026 Bamatraf acknowledged that the company had been struggling in the past years due to several reasons. Since January 2026, financial results of Telenor Pakistan have been consolidated in PTCL Group, which supported the sustained growth in fixed broadband, enterprise, wholesale, and mobile services. During Q1, the consolidated operating profit surged by 564 percent with the inclusion of Telenor Pakistan, and the PTCL Group achieved a net profit of Rs3.1 billion, marking a turnaround from the net loss of Rs4 billion in Q1 2025. As the telecom sector regulator, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has formally approved the proposed amalgamation of Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (Ufone) and Telenor Pakistan; the practical merger was in the final stages, awaiting some legal formalities. While the revenue growth of PTCL company grew by 6.5 percent in Q1 2026, with the operating profit of Rs4.6 billion, the net profit stood at Rs0.9 billion for the quarter. Earlier, the PTCL made profits in 2021. Bamatraf said that the company was entering a new phase of sustainable growth, and after the complete merger of Ufone and Telenor Pakistan, the customers will witness a higher level of experience. During the presentation, it was informed that Ufone was set to launch 5G service from the month of May, as a commercial licence has been obtained from the PTA. At the same time, the chief finance officer (CFO) of PTCL Group, Nadeem Khan, said that the impact of the US-led war on Iran will be visible in the second quarter of 2026, starting from April, both in terms of higher interest rates and higher fuel prices. “But the future impact depends upon the ending of the conflict, and the company has plans to mitigate the financial shocks,” Khan said. Another segment of the PTCL Group -the Ubank posted revenue of Rs5.8 billion, and its bottom line improved significantly compared to the prior period, marking a strong recovery in banking operations. During the period, the PTA has formally approved the proposed amalgamation of Pak Telecom Mobile Limited and Telenor Pakistan (Private) Limited. The proposed amalgamation shall be implemented through a scheme of arrangement in accordance with applicable laws. The change of control of Telenor Pakistan was formally completed on December 31, 2025, bringing Telenor Pakistan and its infrastructure under PTCL’s full ownership. Building on this, PTCL progressed integration planning during Q1 2026. This consolidation is set to create a stronger, more efficient telecom platform with enhanced nationwide coverage, improved service quality, and a significantly expanded customer base, positioning PTCL as one of the leading players in Pakistan’s evolving digital and connectivity landscape. Effective 1st January 2026, the financial results of Telenor Pakistan have been consolidated in the PTCL Group. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Ties scaled up: PAEC presents ‘IAEA CC’ plaque to INMOL

April 22, 2026 2:48

ISLAMABAD: Marking a major milestone in Pakistan’s collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) formally presented the IAEA Collaborating Centre (CC) plaque to the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Oncology (INMOL), Atomic Energy Cancer Hospital, Lahore, at a ceremony held on Saturday. The designation of INMOL as an IAEA Collaborating Centre follows the signing of a formal agreement on February 16, 2026, in Vienna. The agreement was signed by Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi, in the presence of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on the sidelines of a high-level event at the United Nations Office in Vienna. The ceremony was held to commemorate this important recognition, reflecting Pakistan’s continued commitment to strengthening international cooperation in the peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology, particularly in cancer diagnosis and treatment. As an IAEA Collaborating Centre, INMOL will contribute to the Agency’s global network through research, capacity building, and technical cooperation initiatives. Addressing the ceremony, Dr. Shakeel Abbas Rofi, Member (Science), PAEC, appreciated the role of Atomic Energy Cancer Hospitals in delivering quality healthcare services across the country. He described these institutions as a true “Ray of Hope,” ensuring that no patient is denied treatment. He emphasized that the Collaborating Centre status brings both recognition and added responsibility, and reflects the international confidence in Pakistan’s capabilities in cancer care. Dr. Rofi further highlighted that Pakistan now has five institutions designated as IAEA Collaborating Centres, underscoring the country’s growing contribution to the cancer care landscape. He also noted that the Nuclear Medicine, Oncology and Radiotherapy Institute (NORI), Islamabad, has been designated as an Anchor Centre under the IAEA’s “Rays of Hope” initiative. Other Collaborating Centres include the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), National Institute of Safety and Security (NISAS), Nuclear Institute for Agriculture and Biology (NIAB), and Pakistan Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology (PINSTECH). Director General Nuclear Medicine and Oncology, Dr. Shazia Fatima, emphasized the importance of this designation in enhancing Pakistan’s role in regional and international capacity building. She highlighted that with 92 Collaborating Centres across 45 countries, Pakistan’s strong representation in this global network is a matter of national pride. Director INMOL, Dr. Amira Shami, expressed her satisfaction on achieving this distinction and reaffirmed INMOL’s commitment to advancing research, training, and excellence in patient care under the IAEA framework. On the occasion, Member (Science), PAEC inaugurated a state-of-the-art TrueBeam HyperArc Linear Accelerator (LINAC), installed at a cost of approximately PKR 1.4 billion, which will significantly enhance advanced radiotherapy services at INMOL. A newly established Chemotherapy Bay, increasing treatment capacity from 20 to 50 patients, was also inaugurated by Madam Fehmin Ali, Patron-in-Chief of PAEC Foundation’s Hunargah. INMOL serves over 150,000 patients each year, providing radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and nuclear medicine services at highly subsidized costs. Equipped with multiple linear accelerators and state-of-the-art imaging facilities, the institute ensures early detection and precision treatment, contributing to improved survival outcomes. It has also played a vital role in training hundreds of oncologists, medical physicists, and technologists, strengthening Pakistan’s healthcare capacity. The hospital is part of the network of 21 Atomic Energy Cancer Hospitals, which together provide care to more than one million cancer patients each year, accounting for approximately 80% of cancer patients in Pakistan. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Indian shares set to open lower as investors assess Iran developments; HCLTech in focus

April 22, 2026 2:45

India’s equity benchmarks are likely to open lower on Wednesday after three consecutive sessions of gains, as investors sift through corporate earnings and assess the outlook for U.S.-Iran pace talks following Washington’s extension of ‌a ceasefire. GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 24,451 points, as of 7:56 a.m. IST, indicating that the benchmark Nifty 50 would open below Tuesday’s close of 24,576.6. The 50-stock index has risen 1.6% in the last three sessions and about 10% so far in April, recouping most of the losses seen ⁠last month on hopes that the Iran war is nearing an end. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the U.S. ally in the two-month war, would agree. Trump also said he would continue the U.S. Navy’s blockade of Iran’s trade by sea. Brent crude prices were largely flat at $98 a barrel. Oil prices are 35% higher compared to late-February ‌when ⁠the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran began. Higher oil prices threaten to cloud import-dependent India’s inflation and growth outlook. On the corporate earnings front, focus will be on information technology company HCLTech after it forecast weak revenue growth for fiscal year 2027 on top of disappointing numbers ⁠for the March quarter. Jefferies downgraded HCLTech to “underperform” from “hold”, and said that weaker growth expectations would lead to valuation derating for the IT company. [...]

Water supply, drainage: Swift completion of all pending schemes in Sindh directed

April 22, 2026 2:41

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister’s Special Assistant for Public Health Engineering and Rural Development, Mohammad Saleem Baloch, on Monday ordered the swift completion of all pending water supply and drainage schemes across the province, warning officials of strict accountability for delays. Chairing a high-level meeting of the department, Baloch was briefed on the progress of Annual Development Programme and Sustainable Development Goals schemes. Officials said that out of 293 public health engineering schemes currently underway across Sindh, 167 are expected to be completed before the end of the fiscal year 2025–26. Similarly, 34 out of 62 rural development schemes are likely to be finalized within the same period. Expressing concern over delays, Baloch directed chief engineers to ensure timely completion of all ongoing projects, particularly those related to water supply and drainage. He said that officers responsible for projects not completed on schedule would be held accountable. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Oil prices turn lower as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks

April 22, 2026 2:41

APNS offers condolence

April 22, 2026 2:38

KARACHI: “Sarmad Ali, President and Muhammad Athar Kazi, Secretary General of the All Pakistan Newspapers Society have expressed profound grief on behalf of APNS office bearers and members of the Executive Committee over the sad demise of wife of Gulzar Ali, Managing Director and daughter of late Ch. Abdul Ghafoor, founder Chairman Adarts Karachi (Pvt.) Ltd. The APNS offers condolence to the bereaved family and prays that Almighty Allah rest the departed soul in eternal peace and give them courage and patience to bear the irreparable loss. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Media roundtable highlights urgent need to protect Karachi’s mangroves

April 22, 2026 2:37

KARACHI: Pakistan —Ahead of Earth Day 2026, the Aga Khan University (AKU) convened a media roundtable, bringing together journalists, environmental stakeholders, and experts to address the growing threat of climate change to coastal ecosystems, with a particular focus on the city’s mangrove forests. The session featured a screening of “A Forest in Peril,” a documentary produced by architect and environmentalist Tariq Alexander Qaiser. The film examines the vulnerability and resilience of mangrove ecosystems on Bundal Island, underscoring their role as a critical natural defence against coastal erosion, rising sea levels and extreme weather events. The documentary is part of Voices from the Roof of the World (VRW), a globally renowned three-season series, supported by AKU, that focuses on amplifying climate narratives from fragile ecosystems and bringing global attention to communities most affected by environmental change. “The loss of mangroves is not just an environmental issue; it is a human one,” said Tariq Alexander Qaiser. These ecosystems protect communities, sustain livelihoods, and maintain ecological balance. Their degradation exposes both nature and people to far greater risks. Mangroves are among the world’s most valuable yet endangered ecosystems. In Pakistan, they act as a vital buffer for coastal communities, while also supporting biodiversity and sustaining local livelihoods. However, increasing pressures, from climate change to unchecked urban expansion, continue to threaten their survival, raising concerns about long-term environmental and socio-economic impacts. Through a multi-year narrative, the documentary captures ongoing efforts to safeguard these fragile environments, while also highlighting the lived experiences of communities on the frontlines of climate change. The screening was followed by a discussion with the filmmaker, providing media representatives an opportunity to explore the broader implications of environmental change on coastal regions. “I salute the dedication of Tariq Alexander Qaiser to show the beauty and importance of Karachi’s largely unknown mangrove forests, said Andrew Tkach, Executive Director of VRW and eight-time Emmy Award winner. “His multi year struggle to preserve them is in the finest tradition of the Voices from the Roof of the World documentary series.” As climate-related challenges intensify globally, initiatives that bring together media and experts are becoming increasingly important in shaping informed public discourse. The event forms part of broader efforts to mark Earth Day by encouraging conversations around environmental sustainability and resilience. It also highlights the growing role of visual storytelling in bridging the gap between science, policy, and public understanding. Through initiatives like VRW, AKU continues to contribute to advancing climate awareness, fostering dialogue, and promoting knowledge-sharing in response to one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Dollar at week high as markets raise doubts over Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:35

Wheat prices drop due to KP govt steps, says Muzzammil

April 22, 2026 2:31

PESHAWAR: Advisor to KP CM on Finance Muzzammil Aslam has said that due to the provincial government’s timely measures, wheat prices dropped from Rs. 13,500 to Rs. 9,000, which not only reduced prices within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but also led to a decline in wheat and flour prices in other provinces. In a statement issued here on Tuesday, he said that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government released wheat at a time when prices of wheat and flour were rising across the country, while the Punjab government had ‘illegally’ restricted the supply of wheat and flour. Aslam said that, in compliance with the decision of the provincial cabinet, 136,000 metric tons of wheat were released at an average landed cost of Rs. 10,414 per 100 kg, while ex-mill and retail flour prices were fixed at Rs. 2,190 per 20 kg and Rs. 2,220 per 20 kg, respectively. This intervention significantly stabilised the market, resulting in a 33 percent decrease in wheat prices in Peshawar, from Rs. 13,650 to Rs. 9,100 per 100 kg—and a 21 percent reduction in flour prices (from Rs. 3,020 to Rs. 2,380 per 20 kg). This impact was stronger and more sustained compared to other major cities of the country. He further stated that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government will, this year as well, resume wheat procurement through cash funds to support farmers and strengthen strategic wheat reserves, ensuring that the public can be supported during difficult times. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Stocks gain, dollar wobbles as Trump extends Iran ceasefire

April 22, 2026 2:31

SC to function with skeleton staff; rest to work from home

April 22, 2026 2:28

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday notified that it will function with minimal specified officers/officials Wednesday (Apr 22) and the remaining officers/officials will work from home. According to a notification issued by the Supreme Court’s PRO, the officers who will work from home shall remain in contact with their immediate supervising officers by keeping themselves connected through cell phone. The notification also said that no adverse order shall be passed in case of non-appearance of any party or advocate in any case of Islamabad fixed in the Final Cause List on the mentioned date. Furthermore, the Supreme Court Branch Registries at Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, and Quetta shall remain open. Earlier, the Supreme Court issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure uninterrupted judicial functioning during unforeseen public holidays and to streamline case fixation through a transparent, priority-based, and predictable system. On Monday, the Supreme Court conducted proceedings with one of the members of the bench, Justice Ayesha Malik, participating from the Lahore Registry via secure video link. Around 20 cases were disposed of out of 28 cases heard by the bench. Under the SOPs, the Court’s administrative and judicial business shall ordinarily continue during emergently declared public holidays with minimal essential staff arrangements, unless otherwise directed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Yahya Afridi. The case fixation framework prioritizes urgent civil and criminal matters, including family cases, bail matters, criminal review petitions, cases of prisoners above 80 years of age, restoration petitions and compromise matters, and cases involving short legal questions. To reduce pendency, at least 40% of each Final Cause List shall consist of the oldest pending cases up to the year 2018, with progressive inclusion of later years where required. Special facilitation has also been provided for cases filed by counsel from Sindh and Balochistan. The SOPs further provide for the issuance of weekly and proposed monthly cause lists, along with the development of an automated case fixation system to enhance transparency, minimize delays, and improve case flow management. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Balochistan governor says employment, security are major challenges facing province

April 22, 2026 2:27

KARACHI: Governor Balochistan Jafar Khan Mandokhail said that unemployment and law and order remain major challenges in Balochistan; however, the government is making efforts to address both issues. He was speaking to students and media during his visit to the Saylani Welfare Head Office and the Zaitoon Ashraf IT Park in Karachi. He stated that after recent operations, the activities of the TTP have been reduced to less than ten percent. He emphasised that despite acquiring higher education, many young people in Balochistan remain unemployed, and they must be encouraged toward entrepreneurship through the Saylani model. He expressed pleasure at seeing a large number of students from Balochistan becoming IT experts at Saylani. The Governor also met students (master trainers) from various districts of Balochistan who are currently undergoing training. Head of Saylani Education Board Afzal Chamdia and COO Muhammad Ghazal briefed the Governor on various departments. CEO Allama Madani Bashir, Trustee Syed Abu Faisal, and heads of Saylani Information Technology and other departments were also present on the occasion. Afzal Chamdia informed the Governor that these students from Balochistan would soon return to their respective districts to train other students in IT. They are being provided with complete boarding and lodging facilities in Karachi. Governor Mandokhail said that providing employment to educated and skilled unemployed youth is the need of the hour, and he was extremely pleased to see Saylani’s efforts. He noted that IT is emerging as a ray of hope for young people and stressed that, in collaboration with Saylani, IT exports should be increased to $100 billion. He said he was deeply impressed by Saylani’s welfare and training programs and appreciated their initiatives. Students briefed the Governor on various courses, modern technology programs, and employment opportunities available at Saylani. Addressing the students later, Governor Mandokhail said he was delighted to visit the Saylani Zaitoon Ashraf IT Park, where youth from underprivileged and middle-class backgrounds are benefiting without discrimination. He acknowledged that students often approach the Governor House in Balochistan seeking jobs, but employment opportunities are limited. While students obtain education, they struggle to find employment due to a lack of opportunities. He said IT offers vast potential worldwide and that Saylani aims to increase IT exports from $4 billion to $100 billion, adding that the government would provide full support to achieve this goal. Responding to media queries, the Governor said unemployment is a major issue in Balochistan and that the law and order situation requires better management. He noted that restoring peace is a long process but added that recent actions in Afghanistan have significantly improved the situation, reducing TTP activities in Balochistan to less than ten percent. He further said that the Makran belt, including Panjgur and Turbat, offers excellent opportunities for business. The finest cotton in Pakistan is produced in Balochistan, while the province also has the largest livestock population—half of the country’s livestock. Export-quality dates and apples are also produced in Balochistan. He pointed out that dates from Balochistan are exported to Iran, where they are processed and re-imported under Iranian labels. He added that Saylani has initiated work on large-scale IT parks in Balochistan, and the Governor House Balochistan stands in full support of these efforts, adding that Balochistan would benefit from Saylani’s services. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

SECP enforces UBO disclosure to strengthen transparency

April 22, 2026 2:23

Food and agri products: Kuwait embassy, KCCI, TDAP hold hybrid B2B Forum

April 22, 2026 2:17

Gohar says efforts on to secure release of IK, Bushra

April 22, 2026 2:15

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Tuesday said the party continued its efforts to get its founder Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi released, stressing that their detention remains a key concern for the party leadership. Talking to reporters near Adiala Jail, he said that PTI leadership is making continuous efforts for the release of both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi. He called for the immediate release of Bushra Bibi on medical grounds and her transfer to a hospital. Tuesday has been designated as a day when Khan’s family and his legal team are supposed to meet the jailed PTI founder. Khan sisters including Aleema Khan, Dr Uzma Khan, Noreen Khan, party leaders including Barrister Gohar, MNA Shahid Khattak, and others, as well as workers gathered near Adiala jail, but neither family members nor members of the legal team were allowed to meet him. Gohar expressed concern over ‘ban’ on meetings with Imran Khan, saying that despite Islamabad High Court (IHC) orders, regular meetings at Adiala Jail have not been allowed since October 16, 2025. He called the restriction on meetings with the leader of a big political party a bad sign for democracy. PTI chairman said that opposition leader in the National Assembly, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, and opposition leader in the Senate, Allama Raja Nasir Abbas, will lead the party’s protest and negotiation strategies and all decisions taken by them will be followed. He added that any differences or grievances within the party would be resolved through dialogue. He further stated that he met KP chief minister Sohail Afridi but did not disclose details of the meeting. Barrister Gohar said that social media is not under the control of the party and that the party’s official position is shared by its leadership. However, Aleema Khan said that we have urged the party leaders to pressure the government for Khan’s treatment in a private hospital. “We have made such a request to the party, but they take it badly. If we made such a request, they believe it is political interference, but we can only ask the party leadership to put pressure on the government.” When asked about the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s remarks about the authority given to Mahmood Khan Achakzai to announce the next plan of action, Aleema Khan said all of us are looking to ourselves. Dr Uzma, Noreen Niazi, and I have come here many times and tried. However, sources said that a meeting between Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, has been facilitated in jail. The meeting reportedly lasted around 35 minutes, they said. During the interaction, both inquired about each other’s health, sources said. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026 [...]

Minister speaks at CTIS: Global partners invited to explore vast economic potential

April 22, 2026 2:12

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April 21, 2026 9:04

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April 21, 2026 9:04

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April 21, 2026 6:04

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April 21, 2026 1:04

سابق ناظم امتحانات میرپور خاص بورڈ پر 2 ارب 4 کروڑ کی کرپشن کا مقدمہ درج کرلیا گیا۔میرپور خاص بورڈ کے سابق ناظم امتحانات انور علیم پر... [...]

امریکی بحریہ ایرانی بندرگاہوں کی ناکہ بندی جاری رکھے گی، اسکاٹ بیسینٹ

April 22, 2026 1:04

امریکی وزیر خزانہ اسکاٹ بیسینٹ نے کہا ہے کہ صدر ٹرمپ نے واضح کردیا ہے کہ امریکی بحریہ ایرانی بندرگاہوں کی ناکہ بندی جاری رکھے... [...]

ایران کی پوری بحریہ سمندر کی تہہ میں ہے، ٹرمپ

April 22, 2026 1:04

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ نے کہا ہے کہ ایران کی پوری بحریہ سمندر کی تہہ میں ہے، ایران کی فضائیہ ختم ہو چکی۔ ٹرمپ نے اپنے بیان میں کہا کہ... [...]

ٹرمپ کی دھمکیاں، ایرانی فوج نے پہلے سے طے شدہ اہداف پر حملے کی وارننگ دے دی

April 21, 2026 10:04

ایرانی فوج نے ٹرمپ کی بار بار دھمکیوں کے پیش نظر پہلے سے طے شدہ اہداف پر حملے کی وارننگ دے دی۔اس سے قبل ایرانی سرکاری میڈیا کی جانب... [...]

امریکی ناکا بندی ختم ہونے کے اشارے ملے ہیں، ایرانی مندوب امیر سعید

April 21, 2026 10:04

اقوام متحدہ میں ایران کے مستقل مندوب امیر سعید ایروانی نے کہا ہے کہ ہمیں امریکی ناکا بندی ختم ہونے سے متعلق اشارے ملے ہیں۔ایک بیان... [...]

امریکی نائب صدر جے ڈی وینس آج مذاکرات کیلئے پاکستان نہیں جائیں گے، وائٹ ہاؤس

April 21, 2026 9:04

وائٹ ہاؤس نے تصدیق کی ہے کہ امریکی نائب صدر جے ڈی وینس آج مذاکرات کیلئے پاکستان نہیں جائیں گے۔اس سے قبل امریکی میڈیا رپورٹ کے مطابق... [...]

پاکستانی قیادت نے ہم سے کہا ہے ایران پر حملہ نہ کریں، ٹرمپ

April 21, 2026 8:04

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کا کہنا ہے کہ پاکستانی قیادت نے ہم سے کہا ہے کہ ایران پر حملہ نہ کریں۔ سماجی رابطے کے پلیٹ فارم ایکس پر جاری... [...]

امریکی صدر نے یکطرفہ طور پر جنگ بندی میں توسیع کی، ایرانی سرکاری میڈیا

April 21, 2026 8:04

—فائل فوٹوایرانی سرکاری میڈیا کا کہنا ہے کہ امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ نے یکطرفہ طور پر جنگ بندی میں توسیع کی ہے۔ایرانی سرکاری میڈیا کے... [...]

تجارتی جہاز پر حملہ اور عملے کو یرغمال بنانا سیزفائر کی بڑی خلاف ورزی ہے، ایران

April 21, 2026 7:04

ایرانی وزیر خارجہ عباس عراقچی کا کہنا ہے کہ تجارتی جہاز پر حملہ اور عملے کو یرغمال بنانا سیزفائر کی بڑی خلاف ورزی ہے۔سماجی رابطے کے... [...]

ایران کو جھوٹے وعدوں پر ٹرخایا گیا، دھمکیاں دی گئیں، سرگئی لاروف

April 21, 2026 6:04

فائل فوٹوروسی وزیر خارجہ سرگئی لاروف نے کہا ہے کہ ایران کو جھوٹے وعدوں پر ٹرخایا گیا، دھمکیاں دی گئیں، حقائق پر بات نہیں ہوئی۔ ایک... [...]

ایرانی عدلیہ نے 8 خواتین کو پھانسی کی سزا دیے جانے کی تردید کر دی

April 21, 2026 6:04

ایرانی عدلیہ نے 8 خواتین کو پھانسی کی سزا دیے جانے کی تردید کی ہے۔ پیرس سے فرانسیسی خبر ایجنسی کے مطابق ایرانی عدلیہ نے اس حوالے سے... [...]

امریکا نے ایران کو اسلحہ فراہم کرنے والی کمپنیوں، افراد پر نئی پابندیاں لگادیں

April 21, 2026 6:04

امریکا نے ایران کو اسلحہ فراہم کرنے والی کمپنیوں اور افراد پر نئی پابندیاں لگادیں۔امریکی محکمہ خزانہ کے مطابق 14 افراد اور کمپنیوں... [...]

یواین کی آبنائے ہرمز میں پھنسے 22 ہزار افراد کی مدد کی اپیل

April 21, 2026 6:04

اقوام متحدہ میری ٹائم ایجنسی نے آبنائے ہرمز میں پھنسے ہزاروں ملاحوں کے لیے مدد کی اپیل کردی۔ انٹرنیشنل میری ٹائم ایجنسی کے مطابق... [...]

جے ڈی وینس کی پاکستانی روانگی کی تصدیق نہیں ہوسکی، امریکی میڈیا

April 21, 2026 5:04

امریکی نشریاتی ادارے سی این این نے کہا ہے کہ نائب صدر جے ڈی وینس کی امریکا سے پاکستان روانگی کی تصدیق نہیں ہوسکی۔ مذاکرات کے قریبی... [...]

ایرانی وزارت خارجہ کی امارات میں متعدد افراد کو گرفتار کرنے کی مذمت

April 21, 2026 5:04

فائل فوٹو۔ایرانی وزارت خارجہ نے متحدہ عرب امارات میں متعدد افراد کو گرفتار کرنے کی مذمت کی۔ تہران سے ایرانی میڈیا کے مطابق ایرانی... [...]

پکڑے گئے جہاز سے کچھ چیزیں ملیں، جو بہت اچھی نہیں، ٹرمپ

April 21, 2026 5:04

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ نے کہا ہے کہ ہم نے کل ایک جہاز پکڑا ہے، جس سے وہ چیزیں ملیں،جو چین کی طرف سے تحفہ ہیں۔ایک بیان میں ڈونلڈ... [...]

ملک میں فی تولہ سونے کی قیمت میں 4900 روپے کی کمی

April 21, 2026 1:04

آج ملک میں فی تولہ سونے کا بھاؤ 4 ہزار 900 روپے کم ہوا ہے۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی ایشن کے مطابق اس کمی کے بعد ملک میں... [...]

ٹرمپ کے بیانات، کروڑوں ڈالرز کے منافع بخش سودوں کا انکشاف

April 21, 2026 8:04

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ—فائل فوٹوامریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کے کسی بھی بڑے اعلان سے چند منٹ قبل اسٹاک مارکیٹ میں کروڑوں ڈالرز کے منافع بخش... [...]

پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں تیزی

April 21, 2026 5:04

پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں کاروباری ہفتے کے دوسرے روز تیزی دیکھی جا رہی ہے۔بازارِ حصص میں کاروبار کے دوران 100 انڈیکس میں 2261... [...]

سعودی عرب کی جانب سے پاکستان کو مزید 1 ارب ڈالرز کے فنڈز موصول

April 21, 2026 4:04

سعودی عرب کی جانب سے پاکستان کو مزید 1 ارب ڈالرز کے فنڈز موصول ہو گئے۔اسٹیٹ بینک آف پاکستان نے تصدیق کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ سعودی... [...]

برینٹ تیل پھر مہنگا، 96 ڈالر فی بیرل ہوگیا

April 20, 2026 8:04

تیل کی عالمی قیمتوں میں پھر اضافہ ہوگیا، برینٹ کروڈ کی قیمت چھ فی صد بڑھ کر 96 ڈالر فی بیرل سے تجاوز کرگئی۔ماہرین کے مطابق آبنائے ہرمز... [...]

پاکستان نے یورو بانڈ کا حجم بڑھا کر 75 کروڑ ڈالر کردیا

April 20, 2026 1:04

تصویر، سوشل میڈیاوزارت خزانہ نے تصدیق کی ہے کہ پاکستان نے یورو بانڈ کا حجم بڑھا کر 75 کروڑ ڈالر دیا ہے۔وزارت خزانہ کے مطابق پاکستان کو... [...]

سونے کی فی تولہ قیمت میں 4900 روپے کی کمی

April 20, 2026 12:04

فائل فوٹو ملک میں سونے کی فی تولہ قیمت میں ہزاروں روپے کمی ہوگئی۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی ایشن کے مطابق 4900 روپے کی... [...]

پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں ملا جلا رجحان

April 20, 2026 5:04

---فائل فوٹوپاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں کاروباری ہفتے کے پہلے روز آج ملا جلا رجحان دیکھا جا رہا ہے۔بازارِ حصص میں کاروبار کے دوران 100... [...]

پاکستان میں موبائل فونز کی درآمدات میں بڑا اضافہ

April 19, 2026 8:04

---فائل فوٹوادارہ شماریات کے دستاویز کے مطابق پاکستان میں گزشتہ 9 ماہ کے دوران موبائل فونز کی درآمدات میں نمایاں اضافہ ریکارڈ ہوا... [...]

پہلی ششماہی میں معیشت کی ترقی رفتار 3 اعشاریہ 8 فیصد ہے، جمیل احمد

April 18, 2026 4:04

گورنر اسٹیٹ بینک آف پاکستان جمیل احمد نے کہا ہے کہ پہلی ششماہی میں معیشت کی ترقی کی رفتار 3 اعشاریہ 8 فیصد تک پہنچ گئی۔ایس بی پی... [...]

پاکستان میں غیرملکی سرمایہ کاروں کی کمپنی رجسٹریشن میں اضافہ

April 18, 2026 3:04

پاکستان میں غیر ملکی سرمایہ کاروں کی کمپنی رجسٹریشن میں اضافہ ہوگیا ہے۔ سیکیورٹیز اینڈ ایکسچینج کمیشن پاکستان کے مطابق کارپوریٹ... [...]

تاجر برادری کا دکانوں کے اوقات کار رات 10 بجے تک بڑھانے کا مطالبہ

April 18, 2026 3:04

تاجر برادری نے دکانوں کے اوقات کار رات 10 بجے تک بڑھانے اور بلوچستان کے گیس ذخائر استعمال کرنے کا مطالبہ کردیا۔ فیڈریشن ہاؤس میں ... [...]

پاکستان نے عالمی ادائیگیاں وقت پر کیں، زرمبادلہ ذخائر پر زیادہ اثر نہیں ہونے دیا

April 18, 2026 2:04

فائل فوٹو پاکستان نے گذشتہ ہفتے اپنی عالمی ادائیگیاں وقت پر کیں اور بروقت وصولیوں سے زرمبادلہ ذخائر پر زیادہ اثر بھی نہیں ہونے دیا۔... [...]

پاکستان میں سونے کی قیمت میں اضافہ

April 18, 2026 10:04

— فائل فوٹوپاکستان میں آج سونے کی قیمت میں اضافہ ہوا ہے۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی ایشن کے مطابق فی تولہ سونے کی قیمت... [...]

پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج: کاروباری ہفتے میں مثبت رجحان رہا، 6747 پوائنٹس کا اضافہ

April 18, 2026 6:04

—فائل فوٹوپاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج کی ہفتہ وار اپ ڈیٹ سامنے آ گئی، پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں اس کاروباری ہفتے میں مثبت رجحان... [...]

Prices for World Cup public transportation range from free to $150. Here’s what’s going on.

April 22, 2026 1:28

In one instance, train fares are being inflated from $26 to $150. [...]

What is Cursor? SpaceX could buy the AI company for a whopping $60 billion.

April 22, 2026 12:01

Anthropic and OpenAI have emphasized AI coding tools, and now SpaceX is looking to bulk up its efforts in this buzzy area. [...]

‘This is unbelievable’: My adviser made $300,000 trading options. Now I’m being killed by taxes. Do I fire him?

April 21, 2026 11:16

“I am getting hit with IRMAA in two years.” [...]

Trump Media CEO Devin Nunes is leaving. This digital-media veteran will take his place.

April 21, 2026 11:14

Kevin McGurn, Trump Media’s interim CEO, has been an adviser to the company since December 2024. [...]

Airlines cut flights as fuel costs surge — an economic fallout from the Iran war that markets may be missing

April 21, 2026 10:04

For travelers, the disappearing flights are translating into fewer route and connecting options, and of course higher fare prices. [...]

Bonds could lag stocks for the rest of 2026, according to this contrarian signal

April 21, 2026 9:56

Record bond-fund inflows are a warning sign that lower returns are ahead. [...]

What Apple investors need to know about the next steps for the company and its new CEO

April 21, 2026 9:28

Tim Cook built a $4 trillion powerhouse. Now John Ternus must fix Apple’s glaring AI gap. [...]

ChatGPT is so 2025 — here are the real AI gold mines for investors in 2026

April 21, 2026 9:17

Money is flooding into AI. Defense, healthcare and agentics are the big winners, writes Mark Minevich. [...]

The meme-stock frenzy is a warning — these 7 high-quality stocks are better bets

April 21, 2026 9:10

Dividend-paying winners are likely to outperform a meme-themed ETF. [...]

This is what critics of Apple and Tim Cook get dead wrong

April 21, 2026 9:06

Apple’s true innovation is betting on hardware as the clearest path to profit from the AI revolution. [...]

The meme-stock frenzy is a warning — these 7 high-quality stocks are better bets

April 22, 2026 12:49

What is Cursor? SpaceX could buy the AI company for a whopping $60 billion.

April 22, 2026 12:03

These alternative index strategies are beating the S&P 500

April 21, 2026 10:25

Why narrative may matter more than numbers when Tesla reports earnings Wednesday

April 21, 2026 9:35

Trump extends Iran cease-fire after stocks fall on reports of called-off talks

April 21, 2026 8:26

Stocks close near session lows as U.S., Iran reportedly put peace talks on hold

April 21, 2026 8:05

Stocks lower in final hour as U.S.-Iran talks in doubt ahead of deadline — live

April 21, 2026 7:05

The Dow transports are on a historic tear. Here are 6 charts you need to see.

April 21, 2026 6:23

Tim Cook’s secret weapon that turned Apple into a $4 trillion empire

April 21, 2026 3:46

Warsh says he didn’t promise Trump he would cut rates — live updates

April 21, 2026 3:15

Jobless claims fall to lowest level since mid-May

July 3, 2025 12:36

Jobless claims stay low in latest week

February 13, 2025 1:33

Consumer credit growth soars in December

February 7, 2025 8:26

U.S. productivity slows down in fourth quarter while unit labor costs accelerate

February 6, 2025 1:34

Beyond to buy rights to Buy Buy Baby brand and reunite it with Bed Bath & Beyond

February 3, 2025 1:46

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause TikTok ban

December 28, 2024 12:32

Amazon says it had best-ever Thanksgiving Holiday week with record sales and number of items sold

December 3, 2024 2:05

U.S. stock futures and bond yields drop on reports Putin has updated nuclear doctrine

November 19, 2024 8:55

Charter Communications announces buyout deal for Liberty Broadband at terms above its previous proposal

November 13, 2024 1:52

General Motors unveils new all-electric Cadillac called the Vistiq with 300-mile range

November 12, 2024 1:53

Vestas Wind Systems stock slumps as company says margins to be at low end of guidance

November 5, 2024 8:39

Burberry shares rise on report Moncler could bid for it

November 4, 2024 8:36

Kazatomprom reports 17% increase in production during the third quarter

November 1, 2024 7:36

Anheuser-Busch InBev shares slip as sales come up shy of estimates

October 31, 2024 8:09

Wingstop’s stock slides 12% after profit falls short of estimates

October 30, 2024 12:22