Thinking of Buying Gold? Wait, a Correction Is Coming

Tomatoes turned into red gold

What was once the humble heart of every Pakistani curry has now become a luxury; tomatoes have turned into red gold.

PNSC subsidiaries sign agreement for Two Aframax tankers

Wholly owned subsidiary companies of Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the purchase of two Aframax tankers. Karachi Shipping (Pvt) Ltd will acquire LORAX 109,990 DWT (Tonnes), while Lahore Shipping (Pvt) Ltd will acquire NAFSIKA 112,051 DWT (Tonnes).

September to Remember

September was a month when the Pakistan Stock Exchange refused to look back. The KSE-100 Index stormed to an all-time high of 165,494 points, adding a staggering 16,876 points or 11.355% in just a month.

Wheat prices break past official ceilings

Pakistan’s efforts to tame food inflation through price ceilings are faltering as the price of wheat and flour trading is well above government-notified levels across major cities.

NBP shareholders set for dividend windfall

In a major development for shareholders, National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) management revealed during the Analysts' Meet & Greet session that the bank will likely boost dividend payouts to avoid overcapitalization and maintain optimal Return on Equity (ROE) levels.

Image REIT IPO: A Fresh Breeze or Storm Warning?

The morning buzz at Pakistan Stock Exchange carries an unmistakable energy as something new is stirring. SECP and PSX have opened doors to hybrid real estate investment trusts, creating fresh opportunities for both retail and institutional investors. The promise is compelling: professionally managed real estate exposure wrapped in regulatory protection.

August 2025: The Midas Touch

August 2025 will be remembered as the month when Pakistani capital markets defied all odds and delivered a masterclass performance that left investors celebrating.

CGT 15% for Filer, Non-Filer: Leveling Field or Losing Plot?

Pakistan’s CGT reforms impose a uniform 15 % tax on property and securities gains for active filers, while non‑filers may see up to 45 % CGT. Is this tax policy fair or flawed? Read on for analysis.

Inside NCCPL’s Rulebook Shift

The National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) has issued proposed amendments to its 2015 regulations, inviting public commentary. These proposals cover revisions to margin structures and broaden access to clearing and settlement mechanisms, notably for digital banks and equity-based Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).