MPC maintains the policy rate at 22% for the sixth time in line with market expectations
PSX ka Pied Piper Kaun? The SECP thinks it’s a Lahori Broker you’ve probably never heard of
After seven years of slumber, SECP files four criminal cases for stock manipulation, all against this one man. What exactly did he do, and how?
The “Standard” Chartered journey: From a promising global banking juggernaut to a risk-averse frugal bank
while the bank has become cost-effective, it has come at the cost of stagnant growth in deposit mobilisation
Is MDR creating a two-tiered banking system?
Recent results show how the banking sector differs for different participants
These green startups want to help the environment and make money in the process. But what do their potential investors have to say?
The Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) Pakistan RoadShow was trying to help climate-friendly projects in Pakistan secure funds. What do they have to offer?
Can Legends tap Pakistan’s untapped sports potential?
This new stadium in Karachi has unveiled the long ignored potential of commercial sports facilities in Pakistan
If the economy has any chance of surviving, the political instability must end
The first indications that a hung parliament will cause economic tremors in Pakistan have become apparent. An announcement from...
Dime-store Democracy
There is an election around the corner we hear. This Thursday all of the country’s registered voters will have...
Board composition – do you have the right people for your business?
Most medium to large-scale businesses need to think deeply about the different types of talent required for their boards
The SIFC and the Dar problem
Pakistan has just had a close brush with Dar, but it seems that the worst is over. While Prime Minister Shehbaz...
A policy abyss
Pakistan is stuck in a low-growth trap. The population is growing at a rate of 2.5 percent per annum, while economic...
Climate check: can Pakistan add more cars without impacting the environment?
An influx of 350,000 cars is expected every five years: here’s what we can do about it
Profit Economics Class Ep 08: What is Market? | Demand, Supply & Price | Profit Magazine
In this episode of Profit Economics Class we teach you about one of the fundamental economic ideas, supply and demand. Supply and demand sets...
Rifts in Cabinet, Vested Interests, Arm Twisting | Inside the IMF directed gas price hike | Profit
Everyone is cribbing and complaining about the gas price increase except one voice from within the fertiliser industry. So what gives?
Padel Tennis | Fastest Growing Sport in the world. Can it take root in Pakistan? | Profit
It stands as the world’s fastest-growing sport, with over 25 million players as of 2023, across 110 countries. And by some estimations, it will...
Empowering Women Nano-Influencers in Pakistan | Featured in Profit
Discover how organizations like CIRCLE are empowering women nano-influencers in Pakistan to challenge stereotypes and thrive in the digital sphere. Watch as these determined...
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The mounting external debt liability has created a sense of claustrophobia, putting a stranglehold on Pakistan's economy
Minister, industry advocate, media baron, philanthropist, or real estate tycoon — Who is Gohar Ejaz?
Gohar Ejaz wears many hats. But how did he become so important?
The govt is acquiring land for a proposed solar power plant in Muzaffargarh. But will investors bite this time?
NTDC has acquired 2553 acres of land for construction of 600 MW Solar Power Project in Muzaffargarh.
Export of bananas and onions temporarily banned during Ramadan: Commerce Minister
Food ministry cites concerns of potential price escalations
Dutch-Egyptian company, MNT-Halan, acquires Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank Ltd
CCP greenlights acquisition of Advans group’s Pakistani microfinance bank
Musadik promises to keep Rs2310 billion circular debt in check
Outlines his plans to curb the growing circular debt problem in power sector