MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market

May 19, 2025 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.

• Weekly Market Roundup

Following a turbulent week, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed strong upward momentum this week. Read more

• Key Pakistan Market Stats and Economic Indicators

Market Data and Economic Indicators. Read more

• IMF flags growth risks for Pakistan after steep US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Pakistan’s near-term macroeconomic projections, citing a weakening growth outlook. Read more

• IMF agrees to Pakistan’s circular debt makeover

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to the government’s detailed plan to address the long-standing issue of circular debt in the power sector. Read more

• No ban on currency notes with pen marks: SBP

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has categorically denied rumours circulating on social media regarding a supposed. Read more

• Government assures US businesses of policy stability

To create a more structured and predictable policy environment, the government has assured American businesses of its firm commitment. Read more

• SECP issues tailored guidelines for NBFC operations

In a move to facilitate stakeholders and enhance regulatory clarity and operational convenience, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). Read more

• Govt raises Rs32bn in fresh green sukuk auction

The Government of Pakistan has successfully raised Rs31.99 billion through the issuance of a fresh 3-Year Variable. Read more

• Money in the Bank, Trust on the Table

This week, Pakistan received a $1 billion tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), as confirmed by the State Bank. Read more

• PSX Closing Bell: Lose Yourself

The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Friday’s trading session at 119,649.14, showing. Read more

• PKR decreases by 5 paisa against USD

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) fell by 5.03 paisa or 0.02% against the US dollar in Friday’s interbank session to settle the trade at PKR 281.66 per USD. Read more

• Gold price in Pakistan rises Rs900 per tola

Gold price in Pakistan increased on Friday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs336,100 per tola, up Rs900. Read more

• Breakup of trade data in Apr: PBS

Pakistan’s trade deficit in April 2025 increased by 35.79% YoY, standing at $3.39 billion compared. Read more

• SECP issues cybersecurity advisory amid rising threats

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued an advisory to all companies in response to the recent. Read more

• Petroleum import bill records slight drop in April: SBP

The import bill of the petroleum group decreased by 2.03% to $1.23 billion in April 2025, compared to $1.26bn recorded in April 2024. Read more

• Weekly SPI increases by 1.03%

Pakistan’s short-term inflation increased by 1.03% compared to the previous week, while it rose by 1.29% compared to the same period last year. Read more

• Pakistan imports from China clocks in at over $1bn

Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during April, followed by U. A. E. Dubai. Read more

• OMO Result: SBP injects Rs869bn

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a reverse repo and Shariah Compliant Modarabah based Open Market Operation (OMO) today. Read more

• U. S. A. leads as top export destination for Pakistan in Apr

The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during April, with $493.04 million worth of shipments, up by 8.9% against the exports. Read more

• Textile exports surge 11% to over $1bn in April: SBP

he country’s total textile exports increased by 11.1% to $1.44 billion in April compared to $1.3bn in the same month last year. Read more

• China leads FDI in Pakistan with net inflow of $27m in April

China emerged as the largest investor in Pakistan in April 2025, with a net direct investment of $26.76m. Read more

• Pakistan’s Financial Businesssector attracts highest net FDI of 57m in April

Pakistan’s Financial Business Sector witnessed the highest net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) worth $56.69 million Read more

• Service sector trade deficit clocks in at $188m

The service sector of Pakistan posed a trade deficit of $188 million in April, reflecting an decrease of 13.3% MoM, as compared to a deficit. Read more

• Pakistan records FDI of $141m in April

Pakistan has recorded a Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of $140.76m in April, compared to a FDI worth $394.49m. Read more

• Current account posts $12m surplus in April

Pakistan has recorded a current account surplus of $12 million, the latest data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) revealed today. Read more

• PKR’s REER index decreases to 99.42 in April

Pak Rupee’s Real Effective Exchange Rate Index (REER) decreased by 2.09% in April 2025 to a provisional value of 99.42. Read more

• Sapphire Fibres eyes 75.69% stake in Rafhan Maize

Sapphire Fibres Limited (PSX: SFL) has disclosed its intention to acquire up to 75.69% shareholding in Rafhan Maize. Read more

• Hascol cuts annual losses by 37% in 2024

Hascol Petroleum Limited (PSX: HASCOL) reported a 37.1% year-on-year (YoY) reduction in losses for the year ended December 31, 2024. Read more

• NBP issues foreign exchange rates

The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Friday issued the following exchange rates. Read more

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