MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market
MG News | August 12, 2026 at 07:54 AM GMT+05:00
August 12, 2026 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has revised the ex-depot prices of petroleum products for August 12, 2026, reducing the price of Motor Spirit (Petrol) by Rs1.70 per litre to Rs325.92, while raising the price of High Speed Diesel (HSD) by Rs1.39 per litre to Rs382.25. Read more
Pakistan's external debt servicing surged to $10.14bn in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, up sharply from $3.86bn in the preceding quarter, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Read more
Pakistan's total debt and liabilities rose to Rs99.59tr in FY26, up 5.51% YoY from Rs94.39tr in FY25, data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
Pakistan’s external debt and liabilities (outstanding) reached $138.85bn at the end of Q4FY26, reflecting an increase of $1.932bn or 1.41% QoQ, the central bank data showed on Tuesday. Read more
Net savings mobilized through National Savings Schemes (NSS) closed FY2025-26 at Rs292.6bn on a cumulative basis, according to data released by the Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) and compiled by the State Bank of Pakistan. Read more
The total government domestic debt and liabilities have increased by 8.93% to Rs59.57 trillion in June 2026, compared to Rs54.69tr in June 2025, the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
The total debt of the central government increased by 7.39% YoY to Rs83.64 trillion in June 2026, compared to Rs77.89tr in June 2025, the data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed. Read more
The government has digitized nearly 4m historical records as part of an ongoing drive to modernize the National Archives of Pakistan (NAP) and preserve the country’s documentary heritage. Read more
Russia’s decision to lift restrictions on potato imports from Punjab has reopened a major export destination for Pakistan, allowing 101 Pakistani exporters to resume shipments to the Russian market. Read more
Traders opting to file their annual tax returns under the Tajir Dost Scheme will be required to pay Rs25,000, while those filing regular tax returns will not face any additional restrictions, according to Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Sargodha Regional Chief Commissioner Noreen Yaqoob. Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) will remain closed on Friday, August 14, 2026, on account of Independence Day, a national holiday declared by the Government of Pakistan. Read more
The Pakistani currency maintained its firm stance against the dollar on Tuesday, strengthening by 3.04 paisa, to close at Rs277.67 in the interbank market compared with Rs277.70 in the previous trading session. Read more
The sales of cars, including LCVs, vans, and jeeps, in Pakistan increased by 79.6% in July 2026, clocking in at 19,818 units compared to 11,034 units recorded in the same month of last year, the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) showed today. Read more
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its decline on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index losing 1,464 points as selling pressure intensified across cement, fertilizer, investment, and oil & gas exploration stocks. Read more
Gold price in Pakistan increased on Tuesday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs459,736 per tola, up Rs2,400. Read more
The President has appointed Haroon Akhtar as Adviser to the Prime Minister, with the status of Federal Minister, with immediate effect, in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (1) of Article 93 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Read more
Fauji Cement Company Limited (PSX: FCCL) recorded a 21% increase in its net profit for the year ended June 30, 2026, with profit for the year climbing to Rs16.18bn from Rs13.33bn in the corresponding period last year. Read more
Pakistan and Japan have signed a landmark Grant Agreement worth JPY 350 million (US$2.2 million) to bolster the Human Resource Development Scholarship Program (JDS) 2026, marking the 9th installment of the initiative since its inception in 2018. Read more
The Federal Cabinet has approved the National Housing Policy 2026, which marks a major milestone for Pakistan's housing and urban development sector, with the approval coming nearly 25 years after the country's previous housing policy was cleared in 2001. Read more
The government and the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) have agreed to strengthen private-sector participation in the economy through privatization, State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) restructuring, rightsizing and capital-market initiatives. Read more
Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Limited has been appointed by the Federal Government of Pakistan as an Authorized Pension Fund Manager for the Defined Contribution Pension Fund Scheme. Read more
Attock Cement Pakistan Limited (PSX: ACPL) reported a massive 97% increase in its net profit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, nearly doubling its bottom line to Rs3.42bn compared to Rs1.73bn in the preceding year. Read more
Kohinoor Textile Mills Limited (PSX: KTML) has approved the installation of a 48.36 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) along with an additional 9.34 MW solar installation. Read more
Attock Cement Pakistan Limited (PSX: ACPL) has authorized its Management to explore and evaluate the feasibility of a potential merger with Fauji Cement Company Limited, with recommendations to be presented to the Board for consideration. Read more
Oil prices remained firm on Tuesday at their highest level in more than a week as prospects for a US-Iran agreement weakened, raising concerns over continued disruption in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Read more
At-Tahur Limited (PSX:PREMA) has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of Gelato. Read more
Gold prices extended gains on Tuesday, touching a more than two-month high, as investors turned their attention to upcoming U.S. inflation data for direction on the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path. Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) held the fourth session of its Guest Lecture Series in Islamabad. Read more
Sazgar Engineering Works Limited (PSX: SAZEW) produced 1,778 four-wheelers (off-road and passenger vehicles) in July 2026, with sales considerably lower at 663 units during the month. Read more
Pakistan has spent years debating how national tax revenues should be divided between the federation and the provinces. But perhaps we have been asking the wrong question. The real issue is not who gets a larger share under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award. Read more
The government has partnered with Meta to roll out a nationwide training programme aimed at helping small and medium-sized businesses across Pakistan adopt digital and AI-enabled tools for growth, innovation and access to domestic and international markets. Read more
Cnergyico PK Limited (PSX:CNERGY) has informed the that the Stay Order granted by the Sindh High Court, Karachi, against a Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) order remains in force, as the matter continues to remain sub judice. Read more
Easypaisa has rejected reports claiming that it has introduced a 2% service charge on transfers made from bank accounts to Easypaisa wallets, terming the information false and misleading. Read more
Pakistan and Russia have agreed to explore expanded bilateral cooperation in agriculture and livestock, with a focus on farm machinery, fertilizers, pesticides and animal vaccines. Read more
PSX will remain closed on Friday, August 14, 2026 on account of the Independence Day of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a national holiday. Trading operations at the bourse will resume on the next working day, according to PSX notice. Read more
The government is stepping up efforts to expand access to financing for small businesses, agriculture, housing and electric mobility under the Prime Minister’s Access to Finance Plan 2026–2028. Read more
The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Tuesday issued the following exchange rates. Read more
The Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division) has clarified that the ex-depot prices of petroleum products for August 8 to 10, 2026 will remain unchanged for August 11, 2026, due to the non-publication of Platts prices on August 10, 2026. Read more
The monetary easing cycle that began in June 2024 resulted in a substantial reduction in the policy rate, from a recent high of 22% to 10.5% by December 2025. Read more
Asian markets were set for a mixed-to-muted opening on Tuesday as investors assessed ongoing developments in the Middle East, with elevated oil prices adding to concerns over inflation and global economic growth. Read more
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