Pakistan’s meat exports to China have experienced remarkable growth in recent years, fueled by rising demand for high-quality halal meat and strengthened trade cooperation under enhanced market-access arrangements. According to data from the General Administration of Customs of China, Pakistan exported over $14.32 million worth of meat products between January and November 2025, compared with

Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a sharp decline on Tuesday, continuing a downward trend influenced by significant drops in the international market. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola fell by Rs. 10,700, closing at Rs. 459,462. Similarly, the cost of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs. 9,174, settling at Rs. 393,914.

In 2025, gold and equities were Pakistan’s top-performing investment assets, delivering substantial returns to investors. Gold prices surged by 73% over the year, while the KSE-100 Index rose 48%, including dividends, reflecting strong market sentiment and robust investor activity.

The new owner of Pakistan International Airlines has unveiled an ambitious plan to revive and modernize the national carrier by refurbishing aircraft, expanding the fleet with new planes, and significantly improving maintenance standards and flight schedules. The strategy aims to restore operational efficiency, enhance passenger experience, and rebuild confidence in the airline after years of

Meta is acquiring Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup that gained rapid attention in Silicon Valley this year, in a deal reportedly worth $2 billion. Manus, founded just months ago, captured widespread interest with a viral demo showcasing an AI agent capable of performing complex tasks such as screening job candidates, planning vacations, and analyzing stock portfolios, claiming performance

Pakistan has made significant strides in trade and educational cooperation with Tajikistan, driven by initiatives from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). As part of these efforts, Pakistan is set to export 143,000 tons of halal meat to Tajikistan, valued at $14.5 million, marking a major step in expanding bilateral trade and fostering regional economic integration. Officials

Nvidia has completed its $5 billion purchase of Intel shares, following through on the deal first announced in September, according to a filing by the American semiconductor company on Monday. Under the terms of the agreement, Nvidia paid $23.28 per share for Intel common stock, acquiring over 214.7 million shares in a private placement.

The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics has released its commodity price survey for 2025, highlighting significant year-on-year changes in the prices of essential food items, household goods and utilities, reflecting the mixed inflationary pressures faced by consumers throughout the year.

Karachi: Businessman Arif Habib has clarified that no final decision has been made regarding the purchase of the remaining 25% shares of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The Arif Habib Consortium had previously acquired a 75% stake in the national carrier after winning the privatisation bid with an offer of Rs135 billion.

Under the facilitation of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Pakistan and Brazil have agreed to expand cooperation in the livestock, dairy, and meat sectors, marking a significant step toward modernizing Pakistan’s agricultural industry. Both countries plan to establish a joint working group focused on improving meat processing, feedlot fattening, and traceability systems,