Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
Karachi: Business leaders and exporters have voiced serious concerns over Pakistan’s federal budget 2026-27, arguing that it lacks the bold reforms needed to drive exports, industrial growth, agriculture, and job creation. Industry representatives say the budget offers limited incentives for productive sectors at a time when the country urgently needs stronger economic expansion and higher…
Islamabad: The federal government has removed the 18% sales tax on the shipping industry in the Budget 2026-27, delivering a major relief package to the maritime sector. Industry stakeholders have welcomed the decision, saying it will lower business costs, encourage investment, and strengthen Pakistan’s trade and logistics network. According to Beyond Time News, Federal Minister…
Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended a volatile trading week on a positive note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index regaining the crucial 170,000-point level and closing at 172,400 points. Improved investor confidence, encouraging economic indicators, and optimism surrounding the federal budget helped the market recover despite significant fluctuations during the week. According to Beyond…
Karachi: Pakistan’s agriculture sector continues to suffer massive losses due to weak storage infrastructure, prompting experts to question the effectiveness of the federal government’s Rs7.1 billion allocation for agricultural storage facilities in Budget 2026-27. According to Beyond Time News, industry experts believe the funding falls far short of addressing a crisis that causes annual wheat…
LAHORE: Pakistan’s poultry industry has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the federal budget for 2026–27, saying the government failed to provide the relief measures that industry stakeholders had expected after months of consultations. According to Beyond Time News, the Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA) warned that the continuation of several taxes on poultry production inputs could increase…
Islamabad: For millions of salaried Pakistanis, the federal budget is more than a government financial plan—it directly influences monthly income, purchasing power, and household spending. Every adjustment in tax rates, allowances, and public expenditure affects how much money remains in workers’ pockets after deductions and whether it is enough to cope with rising living costs….
Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has clarified that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) never asked Pakistan to impose or increase taxes on solar panels, dismissing speculation that such a proposal was under consideration before the federal budget. Speaking during a television interview, Aurangzeb said reports linking the IMF to a potential tax on solar energy…
Karachi: Silver Prices Swing Sharply Before Closing Week With Modest Recovery Silver prices in Pakistan experienced notable volatility throughout the week ending June 13, 2026, as international bullion trends and local market demand pushed rates up and down within a wide range. According to Beyond Time News, the silver rate fluctuated between Rs. 7,102 and…
Karachi: Gold prices recorded a significant increase across Pakistan on Saturday, reflecting growing investor interest in safe-haven assets following the announcement of the federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the region. According to Beyond Time News, both local and international gold markets witnessed strong upward momentum as investors sought protection…
Karachi: The federal government has reduced the size of its development programme for the fiscal year 2026–27, even as officials continue to describe the economy as moving from stabilisation toward growth. The cut comes amid rising fiscal pressures and competing demands from debt servicing, defence spending, and administrative costs. According to Beyond Time News, the…
