Japan Quintuples Visa Fees in First Price Hike in Nearly 50 Years
Japan has announced a dramatic increase in visa fees, raising charges for foreign travelers by five times in what officials describe as the country’s first revision of visa issuance fees…
Struggling Pizza Hut Chain to Be Sold for $2.7 Billion
One of the world’s most recognizable pizza brands, Pizza Hut, is set to change hands in a deal valued at approximately $2.7 billion, marking a significant turning point for the…
Elon Musk Becomes World’s First Trillionaire as SpaceX Shares Soar on Historic Stock Market Debut
Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX shares surged following the company’s historic stock market debut, marking a milestone in financial and business history. SpaceX, the rocket…
Govt to Present Federal Budget 2026-27 on June 10
In a significant development for Pakistan’s economy, the federal government is set to present the Federal Budget 2026-27 on June 10, following consultations with coalition partners and senior economic stakeholders.…
Pakistan Stock Exchange ends sharply lower
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended the trading session sharply lower on Tuesday, with investors engaging in widespread selling amid concerns over market volatility and profit-taking activities. The benchmark KSE-100…
IMF seeks higher taxes on solar panels, EVs in FY2027 budget
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly urged Pakistan to increase taxes on solar panels and electric vehicles (EVs) as part of broader fiscal reforms being discussed for the FY2027…
Oil Prices Ease After Trump Says US Will End Iran War ‘Very Quickly’
Global oil prices slipped on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said the United States would end the Iran war “very quickly,” raising hopes of easing tensions in the Middle…
Gold Steadies as Middle East Conflict Remains in Focus After Trump Pauses Strike
Gold prices steadied on Tuesday as investors closely monitored tensions in the Middle East after US President Donald Trump paused a planned military strike on Iran, easing fears of an…
Pakistan Diversifies Rice Export Strategy Through New Markets, Trade Routes
Pakistan has accelerated efforts to diversify its rice export strategy by targeting new markets in Africa, Central Asia, and the Far East while opening alternative trade corridors to maintain uninterrupted…
Pakistan plans major tariff cuts at Gwadar Port
Pakistan has announced major tariff reductions at Gwadar Port in a bid to attract international transit trade and boost commercial activity at the strategically important deep-sea port. According to Maritime…