MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market
MG News | January 15, 2026 at 06:00 AM GMT+05:00
January 15, 2026 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) raised approximately Rs546bn through its latest auction of fixed-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs). Read more
The Competition Appellate Tribunal (CAT) has upheld the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s (CCP) finding that Unilever Pakistan and Friesland Campina Engro misled consumers by marketing frozen desserts as ice cream, while reducing the financial penalties imposed on the companies. Read more
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is inviting bids from companies, institutions, and banks for the purchase of 3,034,603 shares of ISE Towers REIT Management Company Limited (ISE REIT). Read more
In what may be the most consequential investment call of 2026, Wall Street's AI euphoria is facing its toughest critic yet. Read more
The Government is preparing to turn Ziarat Hasan Shah Island, located near Karachi’s Eastern Zone, into a flagship destination for eco-tourism, sports tourism and lifestyle retreats, a move aimed at unlocking coastal potential while safeguarding the environment. Read more
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has highlighted the growing competition challenges arising from the rapid expansion of digital platforms, big data, and algorithm-driven business models. Read more
Pakistan has signed a memorandum of understanding with World Liberty Financial’s affiliated entity, SC Financial Technologies LLC, to develop frameworks for digital payments and cross-border transaction infrastructure. Read more
The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Wednesday's trading session at 182,569.81, showing a decrease of 1,381.69 points or 0.75%. Read more
Meezan Bank Limited (PSX: MEBL) has entered into a strategic partnership with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to enhance travel convenience and offer exclusive benefits to Meezan Bank debit cardholders. Read more
Pakistan will require an estimated $565.7 billion in investment by 2035 to meet its updated climate commitments under Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) 3.0. Read more
The Pakistani rupee (PKR) gained by 2.83 paisa against the US dollar in Wednesday's interbank session to settle the trade at PKR 279.97 per USD, compared to previous closing of 280. Read more
Total inflows into Roshan Digital Accounts (RDA) during December, 2025 stood at $213 million, bringing the total cumulative inflows into RDA to $11,707m. Read more
Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PSX: PNSC) expands its fleet with the addition of an Aframax tanker, M.T Karachi, under Karachi Shipping (Pvt) Ltd, with a deadweight tonnage (DWT) of 109,990 tonnes, according to the company’s filing on PSX revealed today. Read more
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic relations and fast-tracking the Pakistan–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), aimed to build a more robust and balanced trade and investment partnership. Read more
Gold price in Pakistan increased on Wednesday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs486,162 per tola, up Rs4,300. Read more
Crypto markets are seeing strong gains, with Bitcoin touching $96,000 as traders react to a combination of easing U.S. inflation and growing optimism around the long-awaited CLARITY Act. Read more
Crude oil prices jumped sharply as rising geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran rattled energy markets. Read more
The Government of Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to supporting foreign investors and strategic technology partners while highlighting the importance of next-generation digital connectivity for economic growth, productivity, and public service delivery. Read more
NBP Fund Management Limited has achieved a significant milestone, managing over Rs106 billion in stock market investments. Read more
Pakistan and Morocco have taken a significant step toward enhancing bilateral defence and security cooperation with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation. Read more
The Punjab government has approved the launch of a new initiative, “Agriculture Lab on Wheels,” aimed at delivering essential agricultural services directly to farmers at their doorsteps. Read more
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet approved more than Rs15 billion in technical supplementary grants across defence, digital infrastructure, tax enforcement and social sectors. Read more
The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Wednesday issued the following exchange rates. Read more
Asia markets traded mostly higher on Wednesday, led by a strong rally in Japan after snap election reports that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may head for, as early as February, a move seen as supportive of further economic stimulus. Read more
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|---|---|---|
| KSE100 | 182,569.82 444.26M | -0.75% -1381.69 |
| ALLSHR | 109,674.48 1,031.36M | -0.66% -729.71 |
| KSE30 | 56,029.54 202.34M | -0.74% -415.17 |
| KMI30 | 256,029.67 178.30M | -0.34% -870.00 |
| KMIALLSHR | 69,991.25 493.09M | -0.31% -220.44 |
| BKTi | 53,548.03 54.69M | -1.27% -688.00 |
| OGTi | 36,594.61 41.89M | 1.73% 620.93 |
| Symbol | Bid/Ask | High/Low |
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| BITCOIN FUTURES | 96,745.00 | 97,700.00 96,575.00 | -1220.00 -1.25% |
| BRENT CRUDE | 64.71 | 65.36 64.48 | -1.81 -2.72% |
| RICHARDS BAY COAL MONTHLY | 86.75 | 0.00 0.00 | -1.90 -2.14% |
| ROTTERDAM COAL MONTHLY | 98.45 | 98.45 97.50 | 0.40 0.41% |
| USD RBD PALM OLEIN | 1,027.50 | 1,027.50 1,027.50 | 0.00 0.00% |
| CRUDE OIL - WTI | 60.14 | 61.01 59.94 | -1.88 -3.03% |
| SUGAR #11 WORLD | 14.64 | 14.98 14.63 | -0.25 -1.68% |
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