MG Morning Breeze: Updates to Skim before Market

May 20, 2025 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.

• SECP issues paper on promoting islamic capital market services

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing measures. Read more

• Auto financing in Pakistan rises 12% in April

Automobile financing in Pakistan has increased by 11.72% to Rs257.36bn, compared to the same. Read more

• Overseas investors repatriate $2bn in 10MFY25

Foreign investors ‘ repatriation of profit and dividends rose 108.63% YoY in 10MFY25 to $1.84 billion compared. Read more

• SBP issues new Basel III guidelines for AFS/FVOCI portfolios

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued new guidelines on the treatment of Available-for-Sale (AFS) and Fair Value through Other Comprehensive Income. Read more

• Tariff relief offers little help to U.S. consumers

The recent sharp reduction in U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports might seem like a reprieve for American consumers. Read more

• PSX Closing Bell: Steady, As She Goes

The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Monday’s trading session at 119,689.63, showing an increase of 40.49 points or 0.03%. Read more

• PKR falls 10 paisa per USD

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) weakened by 10.42 paisa or 0.04% against the US dollar in Monday’s interbank session. Read more

• Gold price in Pakistan rises Rs4,000 per tola

Gold price in Pakistan increased on Monday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs342,500 per tola, up Rs4,000. Read more

• Trump warns U.S. companies against price hikes over tariffs

President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to major U.S. corporations, cautioning them against using tariffs. Read more

• VIS reaffirms entity ratings of Yunus Energy Ltd

VIS Credit Rating Company Limited (VIS) has reaffirmed entity ratings assigned to Yunus Energy Limited at ‘A+/A1. Read more

• Pakistan sees economic progress through effective measures

Pakistan’s economy is on the right track due to the government’s effective measures, said Federal Minister for Information. Read more

• PSX to remain closed on May 28 on account of Youm-e-Takbeer

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) will remain closed on May 28, 2025 (Wednesday) being public holiday on the occasion. Read more

• Oil market steady with focus on Iran, China

Oil prices were little changed on Monday with investors eyeing the outcome of Iran-U.S. nuclear talks and key economic. Read more

• Pakistan strengthens focus on promoting GI products

Pakistan reiterated its strong dedication to advancing and institutionalizing its Geographical Indications (GI) regime. Read more

• Pakistan, China collaborate on genetic research initiative

In a significant development aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s national capacity in genetic research, the Ministry of National. Read more

• IMF adds 11 new conditions to Pakistan’s bailout program

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has imposed 11 new conditions on Pakistan as part of the billion-dollar bailout program. Read more

• SBP updates prudential regulations for microfinance banks

To align with the shifting dynamics of the financial sector, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has. Read more

• Blue-Ex Limited gets SECP approval for share issuance

Blue-Ex Limited (GEM) (PSX: GEMBLUEX) has received approval from the Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan. Read more

• NBP issues foreign exchange rates

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

• Ferozsons Board reviews Barrett Hodgson Pakistan buyout plan

Ferozsons Laboratories Limited (PSX: FEROZ) Board of Directors has reviewed the proposal recommended by the Investment. Read more

• Asia markets drop as investors react to China data, U.S. credit concerns

Asia-Pacific markets fell Monday as investors assess the latest slate of economic data from China and Moody’s. Read more

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