APTMA appreciates 18% sales tax on imported cotton yarn
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has extended its sincere appreciation to the Government of Pakistan for imposing an 18% sales tax on imported cotton yarn.
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Minister calls for boost in Sesame production to reduce edible oil imports
Strengthening sesame production in Pakistan is crucial for reducing edible oil imports and increasing foreign exchange, Federal Minister for National Food....
Go to articlePetroleum import bill declines by 1.24% to $1.4bn in Nov
The import bill of the petroleum group decreased by 1.24% to $1.4 billion in November 2024, compared to the import bill of $1.424bn recorded in November 2023...
Go to articleRemittance growth cushions Pakistan expanding trade gap
Pakistan's trade deficit widened for the third straight quarter, fueled by a surge in imports—indicating a recovery in economic activity...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill rises 1.5% to $1.3bn in Sep
The import bill of the petroleum group increased 1.5% to $1.3 billion in September 2024, compared to the import bill of $1.28bn recorded in September 2023...
Go to articleSBP extends deadline for dollar imports until June 2025
To ensure an adequate supply of cash USD in the open market, the State Bank of Pakistan has extended the deadline for the import of cash dollars...
Go to articlePakistan imports from China clocks in at $1.15bn
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during August 2024, clocking in at $1.15 billion...
Go to articlePakistan imports from China clocks in at $1.5bn
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during July 2024...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill surges 40% to $1.2bn in July
The import bill of the petroleum group grew to $1.22 billion in July 2024, marking an increase of 39.97% YoY compared to the import bill of $874.76m...
Go to articlePakistan sees solar boom as Chinese imports surge: Report
Pakistan’s market for solar power is booming, propelled by a surge in imports from China, according to a report by BloombergNEF analyst Jenny Chase...
Go to articlePakistan imported 6.2 MMT wheat in last two years: Tanveer Hussain
Pakistan imported 2.60 MMT and 3.587 MMT wheat during the last two years...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit widens 19.7% YoY in July
Pakistan's trade deficit in July 2024 has increased by 19.7% YoY to $1.95bn as compared to a deficit of $1.63bn recorded in the same month last year...
Go to articleGovt imposes 25% tax on imported mobile phones
The government will charge a 25% sales tax on the import of mobile phones in completely built up (CBU) condition having a value above $500...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill drops 19.7% to $15.2bn in FY24
The import bill of the petroleum group declined to $15.16 billion in fiscal year 2023-24, marking a decrease of 19.7%...
Go to articlePakistan sees highest imports from China in FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during the fiscal year 2023-24...
Go to articleGovt imposes ban on flour export
The federal government on Friday withdrew its earlier decision and banned the export of flour made from imported wheat...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit narrows 12.3% YoY in FY24
Pakistan's trade deficit reduced by 12.3% YoY to $24.09bn in fiscal year 2023-24 as compared to a deficit of $27.47bn in the previous year...
Go to articleGovt raises import duties on milk products
In an initiative to increase regulatory duty on the import of 657 luxury and non-essential items, the federal government has imposed a 25% duty on milk ...
Go to articleSeafood imports to face up to 35% levy from July
The federal government has levied a regulatory duty of up to 35% on various types of seafood, effective from July 1, 2024...
Go to articleGovt imposes 50% duty on pet food imports
The federal government has levied a 50% regulatory duty on the import of dog and cat food intended for retail sale...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill rises by 1.52% YoY to $1.36 in May: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group increased to $1.36 billion in May 2024, marking a increase of 1.52% YoY compared to the import bill of $1.34bn...
Go to articleTrade deficit narrows 15.2% YoY in 11MFY24
Pakistan's trade deficit in the eleven months of fiscal year 2023-24 has reduced by 15.2% YoY to $21.73bn as compared to a deficit of $25.64bn in 11MFY23...
Go to articleFBR sets new customs values for milk product imports
The FBR Directorate General of Customs Valuation Karachi has fixed new customs values on the import of “Skimmed Milk Powder and Instant Milk Powder"...
Go to articleMeat exports rise 24.4% YoY in 10MFY24
Meat and meat preparations exports from the country during the first 10 months of the current financial year grew by 24.37%...
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in April FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during April FYFY24, followed by Saudi Arabia, U. A. E. Dubai...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill drops by 29.46% YoY to $1.1 in March: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group declined to $1.1 billion in March 2024, marking a decrease of 29.46% YoY compared to the import bill of $1.56bn...
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in March FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during March FY24, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Qatar...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit rises by 24.56% MoM in March
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of March has increased by 24.56% MoM to $2.17 billion as compared to a deficit of $1.74bn recorded in February 2024....
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in February
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during February 2024, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Saudi Arabia...
Go to articleTrade deficit improves by 13.5% MoM in February
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of February improved by 13.49% MoM to $1.71 billion as compared to a deficit of $1.98bn in January 2024...
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in January FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during January FY24, followed by Qatar, Saudi Arabia...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill rises by 15.65% YoY to $1.43bn in January: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group stood at $1.43 billion in January 2024, marking an increase of 15.65% MoM compared to the import bill of...
Go to articleSBP empowers dealers for import advances without prior approval
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted Authorized Dealers the authority to make import advance payments, up to 100% of the value of...
Go to articleBreakup of Pakistan's trade data in December: PBS
Pakistan's revised trade deficit for the month of December clocked in at $1.83 billion compared to a deficit of $1.97bn from the previous month, improving...
Go to articlePakistan’s oil import bill drops 27% YoY to $7.35bn in 1HFY24: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group clocked in at $7.35 billion in 1HFY24, marking a decline of 26.95% YoY compared to the import bill of $10.07bn...
Go to articleChina’s dominance in Pakistan’s imports continues In Dec FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during December FY24, followed by Saudi Arabia, U. A. E. Dubai...
Go to articlePakistan posts a current account surplus of $397m in December
Pakistan has recorded a current account surplus of $397 million largely due to a decline in imports and an increase in exports...
Go to articlePakistan’s exports witness massive growth of 33% YoY in December
In the first 20 days of December 2023, Pakistan experienced an outstanding year-on-year increase in exports, amounting to $479 million, reflecting an...
Go to articleTextile exports fell by 5.43% MoM in November: SBP
The country's total textile exports registered a decrease of 5.43% MoM to $1.37bn in November 2023 compared to $1.45bn recorded in the....
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in November
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during November FY24, followed by Saudi Arabia...
Go to articlePakistan on right track to economic recovery: Commerce Minister
Pakistan's trade performance has shown significant improvement in 5MFY24, and the country's journey to stability continues...
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan's top import partner in October FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during October FY24, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Saudi Arabia...
Go to articleCurrent account deficit worsens by 61% MoM to $74m in October
The current account deficit for October 2023 widened significantly by 60.87% MoM to stand at $74 million compared to the deficit of $46m in September 2023...
Go to articleBreakup of Pakistan's trade data in October: PBS
Pakistan's revised trade deficit for the month of October clocked in at $2.174 billion compared to a deficit of $1.52bn from the previous month...
Go to articleDr. Shamshad Akhtar urges strategic measures to narrow export-import gap
The export-import gap can be narrowed by tapping into new markets with technological advancements and eliminating impediments....
Go to articleChina's economy shows mixed signals with import growth, export decline
China's imports unexpectedly grew in October while exports contracted at a quicker pace, in a mixed set of indicators...
Go to articleService sector trade deficit widens by 75.61% YoY in September
The service sector of Pakistan posed a trade deficit of $216 million in September, reflecting a significant rise of...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill falls by 20% YoY to $1.18bn in September: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group soared to $1.18 billion in September 2023, marking a decrease of 20.43% YoY compared to the...
Go to articlePakistan’s import sources: China leads
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during September FY24, followed by Saudi Arabia, U. A. E. Dubai...
Go to articleGovt imposes 10% fee on Afghan transit goods
The caretaker government has imposed a 10% processing fee on five major categories of Afghan transit commercial goods imported into Afghanistan via Pakistan...
Go to articleTrade deficit improves by 31.13% MoM in September
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of September was $1.489 billion compared to a deficit of $2.162bn from the previous month, improving by 31.13% MoM...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill soars by 66% MoM to $1.17bn in August
The import bill of the petroleum group soared to $1.17 billion in August 2023, marking a remarkable increase of 66.01% MoM compared to the import bill of.....
Go to articleTextile exports registered a fall of 17.06% YoY in August: SBP
The country's total textile export registered a fall of 17.06% YoY to $1.42bn in August 2023 compared to $1.71bn recorded in the same period of...
Go to articleChina tops Pakistan's import list in August
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during August FY24, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Qatar, and Kuwait..
Go to articleTrade deficit worsens by 30% MoM in August
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of August was $2.126 billion compared to a deficit of $1.637bn from the previous month, worsening...
Go to articleUNISAME calls for revision of solar panel import policy to accommodate SMEs
The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) on Monday urged the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Exchange Policy Department and Ministries of Commerce....
Go to articleDollar constraints, low demand: A deadly combo for car industry
The car industry hit the skids in July 2023, as production plummeted to a mere 5,450 units, barely above the lowest monthly figure recorded in April 2023...
Go to articleGovernment to formulate textile export enhancement strategy
To increase the country's textile export base, the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) is currently in the process of a strategy for export enhancement and therefore....
Go to articleChina remains Pakistan’s top source of imports during July
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during July FY23, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Indonesia, and....
Go to articleMiftah-Dar’s import strategy saves Pakistan from default
In the realm of economic discussions, it is not uncommon for certain aspects to outshine others. While the decline in Pakistan's export and remittance...
Go to articleImport bill of POL slides 24% MoM in June: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group for the month of June 2023 declined by 24.34% MoM to stand at $939.55 million, compared to $1.24 billion in May 2023...
Go to articleChina tops Pakistan’s import list in FY23
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during June FY23, followed by U. A. E. Dubai, Qatar, and Saudi...
Go to articleChina tops Pakistan’s import list in May
China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during July-May FY23, followed by Saudi Arabia and Qatar...
Go to articleImport bill of POL slides 10% YoY in May: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group for the month of May 2023 declined by 10.37% YoY to stand at $1.24 billion, data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan...
Go to articleOil import surges by 58% MoM in May: PBS
The import bill of oil was recorded at $1.41 billion in May 2023, up by 57.91% MoM compared to $891.46 million in April 2023, data released by the Pakistan Bure
Go to articleOil imports plunge by around 60% YoY in April 2023: PBS
The import bill of oil was recorded at $891.46 million in April 2023 plunging by 59.91% YoY and by 26.11% MoM...
Go to articleImport bill of POL slides 28% YoY in April: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group for the month of April 2023 declined by 28.69% YoY to stand at $1.28 billion while on a monthly basis...
Go to articleSummary on supply of milling wheat from Russia submitted to ECC
Summary on supply of milling wheat from Russia submitted to ECC
Go to articleUAE's Coral Energy becomes Pakistan's top fuel oil supplier - data
UAE's Coral Energy becomes Pakistan's top fuel oil supplier - data
Go to articlePakistan’s imports reduce to $5bn in July: Miftah Ismail
Pakistan’s imports reduce to $5bn in July: Miftah Ismail
Go to articlePCDMA registers complaint against banks for charging higher rate of dollars
PCDMA complaints against banks charging higher exchange rate than interbank rate
Go to articlePakistan’s imports stood at $3.7bn by July 25: Miftah Ismail
Pakistan’s imports stood at $3.7bn by July 25: Miftah Ismail
Go to articleImports have come under control, says Miftah Ismail
Imports have come under control, says Miftah Ismail
Go to articleGovernment opens consultation on procuring Russian Oil
Government opens consultation on procuring Russian Oil
Go to articleFM directs authorities to resolve oil import issues
FM directs authorities to resolve oil import issues
Go to articleChina's shipment to Pakistan jumps by 11% YoY in April: SBP
China's shipment to Pakistan jumps by 11% YoY in April: SBP
Go to articleSBP orders ADs to seek permission from FEOD before initiating import transactions
SBP orders ADs to seek permission from FEOD before initiating import transactions
Go to articlePakistan’s Current Account deficit shrinks to $623mn in April
Pakistan’s Current Account deficit shrinks to $623mn in April
Go to articleFX reserves drop to $16.4bn, barely enough to finance 1.5 months of imports
FX reserves drop to $16.4bn, barely enough to finance 1.5 months of imports
Go to articleHigh time to resume trade with India: Mian Mansha
High time to resume trade with India: Mian Mansha
Go to articlePakistan’s CAD decreases to $0.5bn in Feb, lowest since April’21
Pakistan’s CAD decreases to $0.5bn in Feb, lowest since April’21
Go to articleImports from China fall by 10% MoM in January
Imports from China fall by 10% MoM in January
Go to articleTrade deficit declines by 30% MoM in January
Trade deficit declines by 30% MoM in January
Go to articleTrade deficit declines by 17% MoM to $4.14bn in Dec
Trade deficit declines by 17% MoM to $4.14bn in Dec
Go to articleImports from China expand by 64% YoY in Nov
Imports from China expand by 64 YoY in Nov
Go to articleTrade deficit in services worsens by 5x YoY in November
Trade deficit in services worsens by 5x YoY in November
Go to articleMobile phone imports surge by 41.6% MoM in November
Mobile phone imports surge by 41.6% MoM in November
Go to articleOil, raw materials behind high import bill: Shaukat Tarin
Oil, raw materials behind high import bill: Shaukat Tarin
Go to articleNov record high imports take trade deficit to around $5bn
Nov record high imports take trade deficit to $5bn
Go to articleImports from China soar by 74% YoY in Oct’21
Imports from China soar by 74% YoY in Oct’21
Go to articleMobile phone imports jump by 15.5%YoY in 4MFY22
Mobile phone imports jump by 15.5%YoY in 4MFY22
Go to articlePakistan’s trade deficit swells to $3.9bn in Oct, up by 2.17x YoY
Pakistans trade deficit swells to 3.9bn in Oct, up by 2.17x YoY
Go to articleAccelerated economic recovery to continue: Economic Outlook
Accelerated economic recovery to continue: Economic Outlook
Go to articlePakistan’s current account shows $3.4bn deficit in 1QFY22
Pakistan’s current account shows $3.4bn deficit in 1QFY22
Go to articleMobile phone imports up by only 0.42% YoY in 1QFY22
Mobile phone imports up by only 0.42% YoY in 1QFY22
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