MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market
MG News | April 09, 2026 at 08:41 AM GMT+05:00
Ap9ril 0, 2026 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.
Pakistan's national savings mobilisation through government-run schemes showed signs of fatigue in February 2026, with net inflows falling to Rs20.69 billion, a sharp 23.4% decline from the Rs27.01 billion recorded in January 2026. Read more
Pakistan received workers' remittances of $3.83bn in March 2026, up 16.5% from February's $3.29bn, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Read more
The total debt of the central government went up by 9.37% YoY to Rs79.88 trillion in February 2026, compared to Rs73.04tr in February 2025, the data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday, conveying China’s deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role in fostering peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region. Read more
Chery Master Pakistan is all set to launch its C-segment 5-seater plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), the Tiggo 7, in Pakistan on April 10, as the company expands its locally assembled new energy vehicle portfolio, building Pakistan’s largest CKD PHEV lineup, and intensifies competition in the SUV market. Read more
The Pakistani rupee (PKR) witnessed a slight uptick in Wednesday’s interbank trading, strengthening by 1.28 paisa to end the session at PKR 279.05 per USD, marginally higher than the previous close of 279.06. Read more
Stocks at the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed an extraordinary rally on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index registering one of its largest single-day gains, driven by across-the-board buying amid improving global and domestic sentiment. Read more
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Pakistan has played a pivotal role in facilitating an immediate ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inviting delegations from both nations to Islamabad for high-level peace negotiations. Read more
World leaders have welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, hailing it as a crucial step toward de-escalation while widely praising Pakistan for its decisive mediation role in averting a broader regional conflict. Read more
A sharp decline of around 15% in global crude oil prices has created significant fiscal space for economic managers in Pakistan, raising expectations of a substantial reduction in domestic petroleum product prices in the upcoming revision. Read more
Pakistan aims to transform its livestock and dairy sector into a globally competitive industry by developing modern farms, promoting scientific breeding, and enhancing export-oriented production. Read more
In a significant show of financial discipline, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has successfully repaid $1.43 billion against Pakistan’s maturing international bond. Read more
Gold price in Pakistan increased on Wednesday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs504,162 per tola, up Rs15,700. Read more
The Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR) retreated across all tenors today as Pakistan’s financial markets reacted with a massive wave of relief to a significant diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East. Read more
Pakistan and Türkiye have agreed to strengthen cooperation in constitutional law, judicial administration, and legal reforms, with a focus on improving institutional frameworks, judicial appointments, and technology-driven justice initiatives. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved the initial public offering (IPO) of Wahdat Poultry Farm, which signals continued investor confidence in the Pakistan Stock Exchange despite challenging economic and wartime conditions. Read more
easypaisa digital bank, Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platform, has taken a pioneering role in supporting the Government of Pakistan in the implementation of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s Fuel Package 2026. Read more
Meezan Bank Limited (PSX:MEBL) has placed for Shariah board approval for the launch of credit cards, with system configuration currently underway and a full rollout planned by CY27. Read more
Islamic banks across key global markets are demonstrating strong resilience amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict, according to Fitch Ratings. Read more
The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Wednesday issued the following exchange rates. Read more
Oil prices dropped sharply after U.S.A temporary halted military action against Iran, which signaled a possible de-escalation in tensions that have disrupted global energy markets. Read more
Asian markets surged on Wednesday, leading a broad risk-on rally after U.S. President Donald Trump declared a temporary suspension of planned military strikes on Iranian infrastructure, easing geopolitical tensions across the region. Read more
The Pakistan Stock Exchange has suspended trading in all equity-based markets after the KSE-30 Index increased by 5% from the previous trading day’s close, triggering a market halt in accordance with PSX regulations. Read more
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed an extraordinary opening session today, with the benchmark KSE-100 index skyrocketing by 12,920.93 points or 8.52% shortly after the bell. Read more
Donald Trump has postponed a planned military strike on Iran for two weeks, showing a potential diplomatic breakthrough as negotiations over a broader ceasefire gather pace. Read more
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| KSE100 | 165,536.00 159.37M | -0.17% -275.01 |
| ALLSHR | 98,454.07 311.45M | -0.24% -235.92 |
| KSE30 | 50,258.45 92.83M | -0.12% -61.95 |
| KMI30 | 241,364.21 76.49M | -0.59% -1439.46 |
| KMIALLSHR | 64,491.39 150.26M | -0.52% -337.61 |
| BKTi | 45,808.13 29.88M | 0.46% 209.34 |
| OGTi | 34,458.17 6.28M | -1.68% -589.36 |
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| BITCOIN FUTURES | 70,965.00 | 71,740.00 70,650.00 | -510.00 -0.71% |
| BRENT CRUDE | 97.25 | 97.96 96.30 | 2.50 2.64% |
| RICHARDS BAY COAL MONTHLY | 105.40 | 105.50 105.40 | -3.15 -2.90% |
| ROTTERDAM COAL MONTHLY | 107.70 | 108.15 107.50 | -5.10 -4.52% |
| USD RBD PALM OLEIN | 1,175.00 | 1,175.00 1,175.00 | 0.00 0.00% |
| CRUDE OIL - WTI | 97.69 | 98.38 96.25 | 3.28 3.47% |
| SUGAR #11 WORLD | 14.26 | 14.51 14.19 | -0.32 -2.19% |
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