Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Tuesday, following losses in the international market. The price of gold per tola dropped by Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 530,562, while 10-gram gold declined by Rs. 1,286 to Rs. 454,871, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) purchased nearly $7 billion from the domestic foreign exchange market over the past 12 months, according to data released by the central bank. The SBP remained a consistent buyer of dollars, acquiring $1 billion from the interbank FX market in both September and October 2025, bringing total intervention from November 2024 to October 2025 to $6.9 billion.

The Excise and Taxation Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa completed the auction of 11 high-demand vehicle number plates in Peshawar, generating total revenue of Rs. 5.81 crore. The highest bid was for Wazir-1, which sold for Rs. 1.5 crore, followed by Afridi-1 at Rs. 1.45 crore and Khan-1 at Rs. 1.11 crore. Peshawar-1 was sold for Rs. 1 crore.

Honda Atlas Car Pakistan reported a profit after tax of Rs. 2.227 billion for the first nine months of MY26, more than double the Rs. 1.027 billion recorded in the same period last year. The company’s 3QMY26 profit reached Rs. 655 million with an EPS of Rs. 4.59, reflecting a 16 percent increase year-on-year but a 12 percent decline quarter-on-quarter, falling short of industry expectations due

SAZEW reported a profit after tax of Rs. 8.4 billion with an EPS of Rs. 139.62 for the first half of FY2025-26, marking a 27 percent increase year-on-year. The company’s 2QFY26 profit stood at Rs. 4 billion with an EPS of Rs. 66.55, up 67 percent YoY but down 99 percent quarter-on-quarter, falling below industry expectations due to lower net sales and higher distribution and marketing costs.

The Federal Board of Revenue has eliminated the requirement for authorised local agents to certify the assessed value of imported vehicles, aiming to simplify customs procedures and reduce costs for importers. Under Customs General Order No. 2 of 2026, the FBR amended the previous regulation, Customs General Order No. 14 of 2005, which had permitted local agents of vehicle manufacturers to issue

The Petroleum Development Levy in Pakistan has become one of the government’s largest sources of indirect revenue, with collections reaching Rs. 828 billion between July and December, according to official data. This substantial increase reflects stronger enforcement against fuel smuggling, improved legal fuel distribution, and strategic price adjustments implemented during the current fiscal

Zarkhaiz-e Asaan Digital Qarza is a government-backed loan scheme in Pakistan designed to provide financial support to small and medium enterprises, including farmers and entrepreneurs, who need funds to grow or expand their businesses. This initiative focuses on making business loans accessible, fast, and convenient through a fully online process. Applicants can register, submit documents, and

Azerbaijan’s state energy company SOCAR is preparing to finalize a major investment in Pakistan’s oil and gas sector in February, following discussions held at the World Economic Forum in Davos. SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf emphasized that Pakistan is seen as a long-term energy partner due to its expanding energy demand, large consumer market, and ongoing sector reforms aimed at improving

Pakistan’s seafood exports to China reached a record $255 million in 2025, reflecting a strong surge in demand for frozen, processed, and value-added seafood products. Frozen fish continued to dominate the export portfolio, accounting for $64.6 million in sales, with Southern Guangdong, Shandong, and Beijing emerging as the primary import hubs. The expansion of exports into inland provinces such