MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market
MG News | August 25, 2025 at 08:49 AM GMT+05:00
August 25, 2025 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.
The market gained momentum during the week, driven by mutual fund buying as equities outperformed other asset classes. Read more
easypaisa Digital Bank posts PKR 3.64 billion PBT in H1 2025, marking strong growth in digital financial services. Read more
SECP Rebuts Observations in AGP Report Read more
Weekly round up of market stats and economic indicators Read more
At the closing ceremony of the URAAN Summer Scholars Program and Young Parliamentary Development Council (YPDC) Fellowship, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the critical role of youth in driving Pakistan’s economic transformation. Read more
Foreign investors repatriated $244.0 million in profits and dividends from Pakistan in July 2025, marking a significant 75.3% increase compared to $139.1m recorded in the same period last year, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan. Read more
The government has launched its first-ever Economic Census, a milestone aimed at driving evidence-based planning and informed policymaking for sustainable growth. Read more
President Constitutes 11th National Finance Commission Under Article 160 Read more
Pakistan is set to benefit from a $3 million low-carbon agriculture project being mapped out by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to tackle environmental and agricultural challenges. Read more
China has recorded a net increase of nearly 20 million enterprises since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025), the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced on Friday. Read more
The National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) has declared the implementation of multiple payment batches for T+0 GDS instant settlement transactions, effective from Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Read more
The return on bank deposits has decreased by 41 basis points to 2.98% in July 2025 compared to the deposit rate of 3.39% last month, according to the latest official data. Read more
Pakistan and the United States moved to deepen cooperation in the railway sector, with both sides discussing investment opportunities and modernization plans during a meeting at the U.S. Embassy on Friday. Read more
The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Friday's trading session at 149,493.05, showing an increase of 257.79 points or 0.17% Read more
Gold price in Pakistan decreased on Friday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs355,700 per tola, down Rs1,500. Read more
Diplomats from both countries can now enter each other's territory visa-free after Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed on a historic deal. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced a new category of mutual funds titled Infrastructure Schemes under the framework of open-end collective investment schemes, aimed at channelling long-term savings into critical infrastructure development. Read more
In a breakthrough for bilateral economic cooperation with potential to reshape regional trade, Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to revive their Joint Economic Commission (JEC) after nearly two decades, with the last meeting held in 2005. Read more
The Pakistani rupee (PKR) increased by 1.75 paisa or 0.01% against the US dollar in Friday's interbank session to settle the trade at PKR 281.90 per USD, compared to previous closing of 281.92. Read more
1.8 million Pakistanis are actively contributing to the development of the UAE, while their remittances serve as a backbone of Pakistan's economy, Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani highlighted during a high-profile farewell meeting with departing UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Al-Zaabi. Read more
For the six-month period ended June 30, 2025, Secure Logistics Group Limited (PSX: SLGL) reported a strong improvement in profitability, with profit after tax rising by 93% year-on-year to Rs438.59 million. Read more
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of certain assets of Merit Packaging Limited by Kompass Pakistan (Private) Limited, according to the Press Statement issued by the Commission today. Read more
The government's upcoming National Industrial Policy is set to breathe life into struggling industries through the revival of sick industrial units, easier access to credit, reforms in bankruptcy laws, and stronger investor protection. Read more
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi departed Pakistan today following a crucial diplomatic visit that has strengthened the iron-clad partnership between the two nations. Read more
Soneri Bank and MG Motors Pakistan have collaborated to bring forward one of the most competitive auto financing packages in the market with a financing rate starting from 1-Year KIBOR + 2%, available under both conventional and Islamic financing facilities. Read more
Pakistan's short-term inflation decreased by 0.01% compared to the previous week, while it rose by 2.30% compared to the same period last year, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday. Read more
JS Bank Limited (PSX: JSBL) released its financial results for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, reporting a profit after tax of Rs5.32bn, down 45.1% compared to Rs9.7bn in the same period last year. Earnings per share also dropped to Rs1.99 from Rs3.86 in 1HFY24. Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a reverse repo and Shariah Compliant Modarabah based Open Market Operation (OMO) today, in which it cumulatively injected a total of Rs1.44 trillion into the market of which Rs1.08tr were injected through reverse repo OMO. Read more
The total power generation in the country declined by 5% year-on-year (YoY) to 14,123 GWh during July 2025, as compared to 14,880 GWh in the same month of last year. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has expanded its digital integration network under the Pakistan Regulatory Modernization Initiative (PRMI), signing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with several federal and provincial regulators. Read more
The current exchange rates for the Saudi Riyal (SAR), UAE Dirham (AED), and Qatari Riyal (QAR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) as of [10 am PST] showed minor movement in AED, while SAR and QAR remained unchanged, reflecting a largely stable trend. Read more
Pakistan and China reaffirmed their resolve to further deepen their All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership where both sides emphasized their ironclad friendship and commitment to regional peace, stability, and shared prosperity. Read more
India and Russia agreed to expand bilateral trade ties, signaling that U.S. tariff pressure on New Delhi over Russian oil purchases is unlikely to derail their partnership. Read more
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has begun distributing Rs 3.7 billion among victims of the multi-billion-rupee B4U fraud. Read more
The government of Pakistan is all set to match market realities and address the pressing concerns of key sectors, with a sharper focus on boosting industrial growth and exports in its upcoming industrial policy. Read more
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) conducted an awareness session on Competition Law for CA and ACCA students at Mannabi Business School, aimed at enhancing their understanding of the legal framework that promotes fair market practices. Read more
Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited (PSX: WAFI) reported a profit after tax of Rs1.28 billion for the half year ended June 30, 2025, compared to Rs1.32bn in the same period last year, reflecting a slight decline of 3.08% in profitability. Read more
Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited (PSX: WAFI), formerly known as Shell Pakistan Limited, has signalled a potential strategic shift as its Board of Directors has authorized management to explore investment and acquisition opportunities within the oil marketing sector. Read more
International Industries Limited (PSX: INIL) has shared its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2025, reporting a profit after tax of Rs1.58bn (EPS: Rs6.82), down 58.8% from Rs3.83bn (EPS: Rs16.44) in FY24. Read more
Innovate47, a global venture builder and entrepreneur support organization, today announced the launch of its Food & Agri Accelerator, an eight-week program designed to support high-potential founders building solutions at the intersection of agriculture, food systems, and climate resilience. Read more
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