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Microtek invests over Rs 400 cr to accelerate solar business growth
Microtek has announced a significant investment over Rs 400 crore for its solar business expansion in Jaipur. The new solar panel manufacturing plant is expected to become operational by November 2026 and will support the company's energy vision. The company is also highlighting its new Battery Energy Storage System to improve energy management for households.
The Economic Times ·
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Economic stakeholders see monetary tightening as MPC set to meet on Monday
https://www.dawn.com/news/2039576/stakeholders-see-monetary-tightening-tomorrow
Dawn ·
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Bestway launches Chinese automaker Geely Auto in Pakistan
https://www.dawn.com/news/2039572/bestway-launches-geely-auto-in-pakistan
Dawn ·
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Why exports matter more than remittances
https://www.dawn.com/news/2039532
Dawn ·
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PM's adviser Haroon voices concern over small and medium enterprises loans
ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan on Saturday said banks had failed to extend loans under the Rs2.2 trillion Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) fund. Chairing a consultative session, Mr Khan called on the regulators,…
Dawn ·
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Pakistan's trade gap with Gulf partners narrows
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s trade deficit with Gulf partner countries narrowed 26.35 per cent to $2.85bn in the first quarter of 2026-27 against $3.87bn a year earlier, largely due to lower imports and moderately higher exports. The steepest declines were 97.46pc and 72.51pc in import…
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Pakistan reopens Gabd border crossing with Iran, restores bilateral trade after weeklong suspension
https://www.dawn.com/news/2039610
Dawn ·
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Talks on investment treaty with Canada make progress
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Canada have made significant progress in finalising the ‘Bilateral Investment Treaty’, as the two countries concluded the third round of negotiations on Saturday. The successful conclusion of the third round reflects both countries’ continued commitment…
Dawn ·
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Equities fall 2.4pc as oil prices, geopolitical tensions unsettle investors
KARACHI: Rising oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty kept the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) under selling pressure during the outgoing week, as investors booked profits ahead of the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) monetary policy announcement on Oct 26. The…
Dawn ·
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In Berlin meeting, Siemens affirms support for strengthening Pakistan's healthcare infrastructure
The executive vice president of technology giant Siemens on Saturday met with President Asif Ali Zardari in Berlin and expressed his readiness to enhance support for strengthening existing healthcare infrastructure in Pakistan, the Presidency said. The meeting took place on the…
Dawn ·
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Govt rejects $490m loan over cost
Debt office balked at 8% all-in cost vs 6% target; financing needs hit 20% of GDP
The Express Tribune ·
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31,000 consumers denied petrol subsidy
Govt orders audit of fuel stations, rectification of registration errors
The Express Tribune ·
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