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US-China Trade Tensions Could Ease After Trump-Xi Talks, Says Treasury Chief
June 2, 2025
US-China Trade Tensions Could Ease After Trump-Xi Talks, Says Treasury Chief
ISLAMABAD: United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has indicated that a phone call between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader…
Gold Price Drops by Rs1,400 Per Tola
June 1, 2025
Gold Price Drops by Rs1,400 Per Tola
ISLAMABAD: On Saturday, the price of 24 karat gold per tola fell by Rs1,400, closing at Rs347,200, down from Rs348,600…
Cotton Cultivation Surpasses 3 Million Acres in Punjab During Kharif 2025-26
June 1, 2025
Cotton Cultivation Surpasses 3 Million Acres in Punjab During Kharif 2025-26
ISLAMABAD: Cotton cultivation in Punjab has crossed the 3 million acres mark during the ongoing Kharif season of 2025–26, reaching…
Title: OPEC+ Announces Significant Increase in July Oil Production
June 1, 2025
Title: OPEC+ Announces Significant Increase in July Oil Production
ISLAMABAD: On Saturday, OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, and six other key producers, announced a sharp increase in crude…
AJK Bank Signs Landmark MoU with Malaysian Tech Giant Silver Lake Axes
May 31, 2025
AJK Bank Signs Landmark MoU with Malaysian Tech Giant Silver Lake Axes
ISLAMABAD: The Bank of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (BAJK) has taken a major leap toward modernization by signing a landmark…
Wall Street Drifts Toward Best Month Since 2023 Amid Tariff Uncertainties
May 31, 2025
Wall Street Drifts Toward Best Month Since 2023 Amid Tariff Uncertainties
ISLAMABAD: Wall Street is winding down what could be its strongest month since 2023, despite mixed earnings reports and ongoing…
Muhammad Aurangzeb Welcomes New World Bank Country Director, Reaffirms Strong Pakistan-World Bank Partnership
May 30, 2025
Muhammad Aurangzeb Welcomes New World Bank Country Director, Reaffirms Strong Pakistan-World Bank Partnership
Federal Minister for and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting today with the World Bank Pakistan team, including Mr.…
Pakistan, France to Boost Bilateral Economic Cooperation
May 30, 2025
Pakistan, France to Boost Bilateral Economic Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic cooperation, focusing on climate action and sustainable development…
Oil Prices Set for Weekly Drop Amid Tariff Legal Battles and OPEC+ Production Talks
May 30, 2025
Oil Prices Set for Weekly Drop Amid Tariff Legal Battles and OPEC+ Production Talks
ISLAMABAD: Oil prices are headed for a weekly decline as ongoing tariff disputes in the United States create market uncertainty,…
US Labor Market Shows Signs of Weakness as Corporate Profits Take a Hit
May 30, 2025
US Labor Market Shows Signs of Weakness as Corporate Profits Take a Hit
ISLAMABAD: Recent economic data from the United States reveals growing concerns about the labor market and corporate earnings, signaling potential…