MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market
MG News | May 19, 2026 at 08:06 AM GMT+05:00
May 19, 2026 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.
Pakistan's exports recorded a healthy recovery in April 2026, reaching $2.48 billion up 14.04% compared to April 2025 and 9.49% higher than March 2026, according to data from released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Read more
Pakistan's total imports recorded a sharp month-on-month jump of 32.53% in April 2026, reaching $6.76 billion (Rs1.89 trillion) compared to $5.10bn (Rs1.43tr) in March 2026. Read more
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during April, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, U. S. A., and Saudi Arabia. Read more
The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during April, with $489.75 million worth of shipments, down by 0.8% against the exports of $493.83m in same period last year. Read more
Foreign investors’ repatriation of profit and dividends rose 8.66% YoY in 10MFY26 to $2.00 billion compared to $1.84bn worth of repatriation in the same period last year, the latest data issued by the central bank revealed. Read more
Pakistan has recorded a of $54.5m in April, compared to worth $178.8m in the Same Period Last Year (SPLY), the latest data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
Pakistan’s banking sector witnessed a modest uptick in deposit returns during April 2026, though savers continued to face negative real returns amid persistent inflationary pressures, according to the latest official data. Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a government securities auction on May 18, 2026, with a settlement date of May 19, 2026, for the sale of Fixed Rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs). Read more
Pakistan’s Cement Sector witnessed the highest outflow through foreign investors worth $102.2 million in April 2026, as per the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Read more
Automobile financing in Pakistan rose to Rs359.58 billion in April 2026, registering an increase of 4.12% MoM compared to Rs345.34bn recorded in March 2026, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Read more
China emerged as the largest investor in Pakistan in April 2026, with a net direct investment of $61m, followed by the Hongkong and U.A.E which invested $27.6m and $25m respectively,according to the data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Read more
A development in Pakistan’s engagement with multilateral development financing highlighted continued cooperation with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) as discussions were held on infrastructure investment, economic reforms, and long-term financing support. Read more
The government reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining macroeconomic stability, promoting export-led growth, and advancing a technology-driven taxation framework aimed at broadening the tax base while reducing compliance burdens on businesses. Read more
Pakistan has initiated high-level discussions on the tokenization of sovereign debt instruments and Naya Pakistan Certificates, in a move aimed at exploring how blockchain infrastructure could support the modernisation of capital markets and expand investor access. Read more
Gillette Pakistan Limited is to be formally delisted from the Pakistan Stock Exchange effective Tuesday, May 19, 2026, following PSX's acceptance of the company's voluntary delisting request under PSX Regulation No. 5.14 and Section 19(5) of the Securities Act 2015. Read more
Octopus Digital Limited (PSX: OCTOPUS) reported a 29.29% year-on-year contraction in profit after taxation for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, recording Rs13.25m compared to Rs18.74m in the corresponding period last year. Read more
Idrees Textile Mills Limited (PSX:IDRT) has informed that its production activities will slow and operational capacity will remain reduced for approximately four weeks. Read more
The benchmark KSE-100 Index witnessed a sharp decline on Monday, closing at 161,805.02, down by 3,791.05 points or 2.29%, as investor sentiment weakened amid concerns over Pakistan’s external account position and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Read more
Pakistan’s ongoing economic reform agenda and institutional modernization efforts remained in focus as the government and the World Bank reviewed progress on a wide range of reform initiatives. Read more
The Pakistani rupee continued its upward trajectory against the US dollar on Monday, edging higher in the interbank market as the local currency settled at PKR 278.60 per USD a gain of 0.84 paisa from the previous session's close of 278.61. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has accelerated efforts to modernize the country’s financial sector through major digital and regulatory reforms. Read more
The service sector of Pakistan posted a trade surplus of $24 million in April, a decline of 59.32% MoM, as compared to a surplus of $59m recorded in the previous month, the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
Pakistan's real effective exchange rate (REER) increased to 105.80 in April 2026, compared to 104.29 in March 2026, showing a 1.45% MoM increase and a 6.54% YoY rise from 99.30 in April 2025. Read more
Pakistan's current account swung to a deficit of $324m in April 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), from a surplus of $1.13bn recorded in March 2026. Read more
S.G. Power Limited (PSX: SGPL) is set to raise Rs535 million through a 300% right issue as the company moves ahead with its strategic expansion plans in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector. Read more
"They Stole It. I'm Taking It Back." — Zia Chishti on the Supreme Court Ruling, the Fraud He Alleges, and His Plan to Rebuild TRG Read more
Gold price in Pakistan increased on Monday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs477,162 per tola, up Rs900. Read more
Fertilizer consumption in Pakistan witnessed strong performance in April 2026, as overall nutrient offtake increased by 44.1% year-on-year to 320,000 tonnes, according to the latest Monthly Fertilizer Review released by the National Fertilizer Development Centre (NFDC). Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted approval for Private Stock Holding Company (PSHL) to acquire up to 185,558,243 shares of Asia Insurance Company Limited (PSX:ASIC), currently held by InsuResilience Investment Fund (IIF). Read more
LSE Financial Services Limited plans to split its shares by reducing the par value from Rs10 to Rs1 per share, subject to shareholder approval at an Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for June 9, 2026. Read more
VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has reaffirmed the entity ratings of Image Pakistan Limited at 'A-/A2', maintaining a Stable outlook on the assigned ratings. Read more
Pakistan has called for justice-centred urban policies, urging world leaders to treat affordable housing as a fundamental right and place vulnerable communities at the heart of city planning decisions. Read more
The Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) has completed the re-composition exercise for the KMI-30 Index based on the Shariah-compliant status of listed companies as of December 31, 2025. Read more
Global bond markets came under severe pressure, with yields climbing sharply from Tokyo to Washington as investors grew increasingly alarmed that an ongoing war-driven inflation surge could push central banks toward aggressive interest rate hikes. Read more
Service Long March Tyres Limited’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) received an overwhelming response from investors as the book building phase was fully subscribed within just 5 seconds of opening, making it one of the fastest book building transactions in the history of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Read more
Oil prices edged higher on Monday following a stark warning from U.S. President Donald Trump directed at Iran, as negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan recorded strong growth in company incorporations, foreign investment, and compliance filings during February-April 2026, showing the impact of reforms introduced under its new management. Read more
Asian markets opened the week in negative territory on Monday as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattled investor sentiment and pushed oil prices sharply higher. Read more
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