Gold prices see massive hike in Pakistan - Mar 25, 2026
Interbank rates for gold and silver see significant increases
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Interbank rates for gold and silver see significant increases
Industries will be encouraged to shift electricity-intensive operations to off-peak times
Some analysts are sceptical on progress of talks, expecting markets to remain volatile
Aurangzeb cites surplus, lower inflation and rising reserves as signs of sustained economic recovery
Immediate financial assistance, budget support launched to help Asia-Pacific economies manage rising economic strain
Govt secures fuel imports for March and April; prioritises uninterrupted supply and market stability
Buyers will be able to purchase electricity directly from power plants
New drilling technique lifts output nearly threefold as country’s first horizontal oil well begins production
Trade data shows continued downward trend despite claims otherwise
In international market, gold hikes to $4,413 per ounce
Govt assures progress on Sukkur, Hyderabad DISCOs; talks continue for next loan tranche
Islamabad airport outsourcing plan also moves forward
War has all but halted shipments of about one-fifth of world's oil, LNG through Strait of Hormuz
War has already damaged major energy facilities in Gulf, halted shipping through Hormuz
Malik says petrol may exceed Rs400 per litre without subsidies
In international market, gold prices also decline sharply
'Any unavoidable use of high-octane fuel in official vehicles must be paid for personally by user'
Previously, levy on high-octane petrol stood at 105.37 rupees per litre
Increase targets luxury vehicle fuel use; shields lower, middle-income groups from price rise
'Uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel, LPG will continue'
Petrol rises to 398 Sri Lankan rupees, diesel to 382, increasing pressure on public
Leghari says that gas-based power plants are critical for maintaining grid stability
Shares in developers have fallen sharply
Move represents Tesla’s expansion in India beyond electric vehicles
Increase takes effect immediately as global oil prices push domestic rates higher
Consortium ready to take over PIA soon after submitting standby LC, bank guarantee
In international market, gold prices decline to $4,627 per ounce
Pakistan may limit development budget for FY2026-27 amid IMF commitments
ECC also approves Rs5.98bn for PIA employees’ dues
Pakistan moves closer to securing next IMF tranche
Suspension of operations began with 12 plants in the morning
Arrivals are part of ongoing efforts to ensure stable fuel supplies
Fund has rejected govt proposal
Brent crosses $113 as Iran strikes energy facilities, raising fears of further spikes to $200
India imports over 80% of its energy needs, conflict threatens to curb remittances
Govt introduces additional monthly charges for protected, non-protected consumers