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Markets
The 8-1 decision on Friday keeps rates on hold, but Japan now expects a rise in December. Why a stronger yen matters for Pakistan's car buyers and its Japanese loans.
22h ago
Economy
The Commodity Markets Outlook says energy is up 32% this year, food 10% and fertiliser 14%. For an importer of oil, edible oil and urea like Pakistan, that is the inflation risk in one table.
1d ago
United States
Inflation near 3.7% and oil above $100 kept the Federal Reserve on hold under Kevin Warsh, but markets now expect hikes from December.
2d ago
Economy
The IMF's new World Economic Outlook expects prices to rise faster next year while growth stays stuck near 3.5%, and a small current account surplus turns into a deficit.
13 Oct 2026
United States
The Cleveland Fed president, a voter this year, wants small, quick hikes rather than waiting. Markets see a December hike as likely; what a stronger dollar means in Pakistan.
12 Oct 2026
Economy
The September Asian Development Outlook keeps growth below the budget's 4pc target and puts average inflation at 8.3pc, above the State Bank's 5 to 7pc range.
23 Sept 2026
Business
Sugar mills say about 1.25 million tonnes of surplus stock could delay the new crushing season unless exports are allowed. Retail sugar averaged Rs145.59 per kg in the latest PBS survey.
17 Sept 2026
Economy
The policy rate stays at 11.5% and 1-year KIBOR is 12.30%. Here is what a Rs 3 million car loan and a Rs 10 million mortgage cost now, and what to do before 26 October.
11 Sept 2026
