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Gold Prices Drop Sharply in Pakistan as Global Market Weakens – May 20, 2026

Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a sharp decline on Wednesday as the international bullion market moved downward amid ongoing global economic uncertainty. According to Beyond Time News, the fall in local gold rates directly followed a drop in global prices, reflecting shifting investor sentiment and reduced safe-haven demand. Gold Price Falls by Rs6,800 Per…

GAO Report Flags SBA Disaster Loan Confusion Affecting Small Business Owners

Washington: A new federal watchdog report has raised concerns over inconsistent communication within the Small Business Administration, warning that mixed messaging may have prevented disaster survivors from accessing crucial rebuilding loans. According to Beyond Time News, the findings come from report GAO-26-108688 issued by the US Government Accountability Office on May 18, highlighting major gaps…

PPP Forms Committee for Budget 2026-27 Talks With Federal Government

Islamabad: Pakistan Peoples Party has formed a special committee to hold negotiations with the federal government regarding the upcoming Budget 2026-27. According to Beyond Time News, the party established a four-member team to prepare budget recommendations and discuss economic matters with government officials ahead of the federal budget announcement. The move comes as political parties…

Islamabad: Islamic Banking in Pakistan Projected to Reach Rs18–19 Trillion by December 2026

Pakistan’s Islamic banking sector is on a strong upward trajectory, with industry experts projecting rapid growth over the next two years. According to the latest estimates, the total assets of Islamic banking in Pakistan are expected to reach Rs18–19 trillion by December 2026, reflecting rising demand for Shariah-compliant financial services and continued expansion of the…