News Archives for Print - 2005-11-02

Cement: LUCKY CEMENT LIMITED - Year Ended 30-06-2005

It is shocking to learn from the Annual Report of the Company about the sudden demise of the renowned industrialist and founder Chairman/of the company, Abdul Razzak Tabba on May 19, 2005.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Pakistan denies US helicopter comes under fire

The US military on Tuesday said that one of its Chinook helicopters delivering aid to earthquake victims was believed to have come under fire in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), but Islamabad denied the claim.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices on November 01, 2005.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Privatisation policy transparent, says Shaukat

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said here on Tuesday the government is providing a very conducive climate of investment in the country, as we believe in providing a level playing field to investors, local as well as foreign.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices on November 01, 2005.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Privatisation policy transparent, says Shaukat

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said here on Tuesday the government is providing a very conducive climate of investment in the country, as we believe in providing a level playing field to investors, local as well as foreign.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices on November 01, 2005.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Privatisation policy transparent, says Shaukat

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said here on Tuesday the government is providing a very conducive climate of investment in the country, as we believe in providing a level playing field to investors, local as well as foreign.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

KKI closing rates of currency notes

Khanani & Kalia International (Pvt) Limited Closing Rates of currency notes on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

India cautious over Pakistan's proposal to demilitarise Kashmir

India on Tuesday responded cautiously to Pakistan's suggestion that the rivals demilitarise disputed Kashmir to speed up relief efforts after last month's quake which claimed 58,000 lives, saying the step could not be taken unilaterally.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Closing of sterling rates

Closing of sterling rates at 1730 GMT - on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

India cautious over Pakistan's proposal to demilitarise Kashmir

India on Tuesday responded cautiously to Pakistan's suggestion that the rivals demilitarise disputed Kashmir to speed up relief efforts after last month's quake which claimed 58,000 lives, saying the step could not be taken unilaterally.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Currency values in term of Special Drawing Rights

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights (SDR).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Telecom share in GDP may be 3 percent in 5 years

Total share of telecom sector in the GDP is likely to touch 3 percent in the next three to five years. The share of telecom sector in GDP has increased from 1.5 percent in 1999-00 to 1.9 percent in 2004-05. The tele-density in the country has jumped to 13

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

BMA-PGBI Closing Bell

Yields on the BMA-PGBI increased by 1.5 bps and its value increased by 0.02% to close at 99.3065. The yield to maturities for the short and long tenors remained stable. The medium tenors saw a 1 basis point increase in yields, but only amongst the 6 - 7 y

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Telecom share in GDP may be 3 percent in 5 years

Total share of telecom sector in the GDP is likely to touch 3 percent in the next three to five years. The share of telecom sector in GDP has increased from 1.5 percent in 1999-00 to 1.9 percent in 2004-05. The tele-density in the country has jumped to 13

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

BMA-PGBI Closing Bell

Yields on the BMA-PGBI increased by 1.5 bps and its value increased by 0.02% to close at 99.3065. The yield to maturities for the short and long tenors remained stable. The medium tenors saw a 1 basis point increase in yields, but only amongst the 6 - 7 y

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Telecom share in GDP may be 3 percent in 5 years

Total share of telecom sector in the GDP is likely to touch 3 percent in the next three to five years. The share of telecom sector in GDP has increased from 1.5 percent in 1999-00 to 1.9 percent in 2004-05. The tele-density in the country has jumped to 13

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

BMA-PGBI Closing Bell

Yields on the BMA-PGBI increased by 1.5 bps and its value increased by 0.02% to close at 99.3065. The yield to maturities for the short and long tenors remained stable. The medium tenors saw a 1 basis point increase in yields, but only amongst the 6 - 7 y

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Straw rules out policy of regime change in Iran

British foreign secretary Jack Straw ruled out a policy of regime change against Iran on Tuesday amid mounting concern about Tehran's development of nuclear weapons and its stance towards Israel.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Open market rates of foreign currencies

Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Convicted

Special court headed by Pervez Ali Chawala convicted a drug peddler Dilawar Hussain for life imprisonment with a fine of Rs 500,000. The court also convicted another accused Sarwar for 14-year imprisonment with a fine of Rs 200,000. Anti Narcotic Force (A

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Japan to set up DNA laboratory for quake victims

The Japanese government will set up a forensic investigation science laboratory in Pakistan for DNA testing of earthquake victims for correct identification, a six-member delegation of Japan government said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

State Bank issues monthly ''Inflation Monitor''

The State Bank of Pakistan has brought out a monthly pamphlet ''Inflation Monitor'' to inform the public about the process of inflation. This is based on the price data meticulously compiled by the Federal Bureau of Statistics and shared with the central

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Banks' rates for currency notes (buying and selling)

The selling/buying rates for currency notes of major currencies issued by National Bank (NBP) here on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

State Bank issues monthly 'Inflation Monitor'

The State Bank of Pakistan has brought out a monthly pamphlet 'Inflation Monitor' to inform the public about the process of inflation. This is based on the price data meticulously compiled by the Federal Bureau of Statistics and shared with the central ba

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

State Bank issues monthly 'Inflation Monitor'

The State Bank of Pakistan has brought out a monthly pamphlet 'Inflation Monitor' to inform the public about the process of inflation. This is based on the price data meticulously compiled by the Federal Bureau of Statistics and shared with the central ba

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Interest rates on new foreign currency deposits

Interest rates on new foreign currency deposits issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Fed raises rates

The Federal Reserve raised US interest rates on Tuesday for the 12th straight time, taking them to the highest level in more than four years and indicating more hikes will be needed to keep inflation at bay.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Interest rates on old and incremental FCY deposits

Interest rates on old and incremental FCY deposits on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Fed raises rates

The Federal Reserve raised US interest rates on Tuesday for the 12th straight time, taking them to the highest level in more than four years and indicating more hikes will be needed to keep inflation at bay.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

LIBOR calculating interest on US dollar

London Interbank Offer Rates on for calculating interest on special US dollar on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Fed raises rates

The Federal Reserve raised US interest rates on Tuesday for the 12th straight time, taking them to the highest level in more than four years and indicating more hikes will be needed to keep inflation at bay.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Gas pipeline blown up

A gas pipeline was blown up in Sindh late on Tuesday, the latest attack in an area where tribal militants are waging a renewed campaign for autonomy.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Gas pipeline blown up

A gas pipeline was blown up in Sindh late on Tuesday, the latest attack in an area where tribal militants are waging a renewed campaign for autonomy.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

12 SoQs each received for PSMC and PAFL

The Privatisation Commission has received 12 statements of qualifications (SoQs) each from the potential investors for the privatisation of Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and Pak American Fertilisers Limited (PAFL).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates, maximum rates for payment of interest by authorised dealers on deposits (other than those brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) and on deposits (brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) -- issued by the Foreign Exchange Rates Comm

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

12 SoQs each received for PSMC and PAFL

The Privatisation Commission has received 12 statements of qualifications (SoQs) each from the potential investors for the privatisation of Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and Pak American Fertilisers Limited (PAFL).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

Rates applicable for conversion into rupees of Foreign Currency Deposits, Dollar Bearer Certificates, Foreign Currency Bearer Certificates, Special US Dollar bonds and profits thereon by all banks and also for providing forward cover on foreign currency d

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

12 SoQs each received for PSMC and PAFL

The Privatisation Commission has received 12 statements of qualifications (SoQs) each from the potential investors for the privatisation of Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and Pak American Fertilisers Limited (PAFL).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Karachi interbank rates

Karachi interbank rates on Tuesday (November 01, 2005).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Eid in Gulf Arab states on November 3

Saudi Arabia, and most Gulf Arab states will celebrate the Eid-ul-Fitr on Thursday to mark the end of the holy month of Ramazan, state media said on Tuesday. The UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Yemen will also start the holiday on Thursday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Aaj TV - Wednesday's schedule

All timings are in PST (Pakistan Standard Time).

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Eid in Gulf Arab states on November 3

Saudi Arabia, and most Gulf Arab states will celebrate the Eid-ul-Fitr on Thursday to mark the end of the holy month of Ramazan, state media said on Tuesday. The UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Yemen will also start the holiday on Thursday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

US admiral aboard mercy flight for Pakistani baby

The medics in the back of the US Army helicopter got down on their knees, one blowing air through a valve into the Pakistani baby's mouth, the other holding an intravenous drip in its foot.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Aid agencies struggle without proper funding

International aid agencies have received less than one quarter of the funding they need for emergency relief for Pakistani quake victims, nearly one week after donors promised more money, the United Nations on Tuesday said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

ICRC wants victims to remain close to villages

The President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Jakob Kellenberger has said that every effort must be made to enable victims of the earthquake to remain in or close to their villages over the winter.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Aid agencies struggle without proper funding

International aid agencies have received less than one quarter of the funding they need for emergency relief for Pakistani quake victims, nearly one week after donors promised more money, the United Nations on Tuesday said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Ten beds in every CHK ward for quake victims

The Technical Committee of Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) has decided to spare 10 beds in each ward (total of 100 beds) of Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK) to treat patients shifted from areas affected by October 8 devastating earthquake.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Musharraf spells out rehabilitation strategy

President General Pervez Musharraf on Tuesday said that the Government "is committed to rehabilitation of vulnerable earthquake victims", including orphaned children, widows and disabled persons through an integrated approach aimed at providing them adequ

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

PMA team leaves for quake-hit areas

A group of psychiatrists and psychologists left for earthquake-affected areas here on Tuesday as part of PMA-Karachi Relief Team, led by its general secretary surgeon Qaiser Sajjad.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Musharraf spells out rehabilitation strategy

President General Pervez Musharraf on Tuesday said that the Government "is committed to rehabilitation of vulnerable earthquake victims", including orphaned children, widows and disabled persons through an integrated approach aimed at providing them adequ

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Pima extends over Rs 50 million medical aid to quake victims

Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (Pima) in collaboration with Al-Khidmat Foundation of Pakistan has so far delivered medicines and medical help over rupees 50 million to the quake victims whereas manifold humanitarian aid has been provided so far.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Special centres for paralysed quake victims to be set up

Special centres for rehabilitation of earthquake victims suffering from paralysis of the lower limbs due to spinal cord injuries will be established in Islamabad, Muzaffarabad and Mansehra.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Sialkot businessmen set up hospital in Balakot

A 200-bed hospital having the facility of operation theatre has been established in Balakot by the business community of Sialkot for providing immediate and timely medical treatment facilities to the quake-hit people of Balakot and its adjoining areas.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

New York coffee futures slip

US coffee futures ended down nearly 2 percent on Monday after speculators sold on a cocktail of factors and drove the benchmark contract to its lowest level in four weeks, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

New York cocoa extends losses

US cocoa futures extended last week's losses on Monday, with speculative liquidation and short selling knocking the benchmark delivery down 2.2 percent to near its contract low, market sources said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

MGE wheat lower

Minneapolis Grain Exchange spring wheat futures closed lower on Monday, following declines in the Kansas City wheat market, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

AWB welcomes government inquiry into Iraq wheat deals

Australia's monopoly wheat exporter AWB Ltd on Tuesday welcomed a government inquiry into its contracts in Iraq after a United Nations report named it as having been involved in kickbacks to the former regime of Saddam Hussein.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Taiwan seeks soya and wheat

Taiwan importers will be seeking shipments of US soyabeans and wheat this week, while corn purchases remain muted as fears of bird flu continue to stymie demand, traders said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Vietnam coffee production costs up 25 percent

Vietnam, the world's second-largest coffee producer after Brazil, said higher global oil prices this year have pushed up its production cost by 20-25 percent to around 10,000 dong (63 US cents) per kilograms of beans.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

South Africa's first-half gold output drops

South Africa's gold production for the first half of 2005 declined by 12.4 percent to 147.9 tonnes from the same period last year, with total sales revenue also falling, the department of minerals said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Thai grains trade seen sluggish, bird flu hits poultry

The Thai grains trade is expected to remain sluggish over the next week with importers not keen on buying with domestic poultry demand weak following new bird flu outbreaks, traders said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Activity at Karachi and Qasim ports

The Karachi Port handled 46,568 tonnes of cargo including 35,980 tonnes import and 10,588 tonnes export cargo including 1,264 containers during last 24 hours ending at 0700 hours on Tuesday. The cargo comprised of 42,368 tonnes dry cargo including 23,585

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Cosco plans expansion, Shanghai port buy

China's biggest shipping and ports firm, Cosco Group, will take a stake in the second phase of Shanghai's $12 billion deepwater port and more than double container shipping capacity by 2010, its top executive said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Corn falls to new lows amid crop harvest

Corn futures at the Chicago Board of Trade closed lower on Monday and new contract lows were set amid harvest of a big US corn crop, traders said. "The yield reports are still good and even though no one knows for sure what to do with this bird flu, it ce

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

South African maize prices down

South African maize prices fell on Tuesday on the promise of good rains, a trend set to dominate the market in coming months as the country's grain heartland heads into the summer wet season, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Oil World sees higher EU rapeoil imports

Rising biofuel demand means EU rapeseed oil imports are likely to rise more strongly than expected this season while the EU will increasingly use soyaoil for fuel, Hamburg-based oilseeds analysts Oil World forecasts.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Zambia launches new projects to raise copper output

Zambia's chief copper producer Konkola will use $400 million from parent Vedanta Resources to expand its smelter and improve underground operations to increase production, the company said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Ukraine sunseed crop reaches 4.74 million tonnes

Ukrainian farms have harvested 97 percent of the 2005 sunflower area, with the crop reaching a record 4.743 million tonnes bunker weight, the Farm Ministry said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

FOB Gulf corn steady, soyabean lower

US FOB Gulf corn basis offers were mostly steady on Monday, while soyabeans were lower amid sluggish export demand, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

CBOT wheat futures lower but gains on KCBT and MGE

Wheat futures at the Chicago Board of Trade closed lower on Monday but gained back some ground against both Kansas City and Minneapolis wheat in inter-market trade, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Spot rate picks up another Rs 25 on phutti arrivals decline

The official spot rate maintained its surge, gaining further on the cotton market on Tuesday on reports of decline in the phutti arrivals, dealers said. The official spot rate picked up another Rs 25 to Rs 2350, without upcountry expenses.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

China sees 2005-06 sugar output growing

China, one of the world's top sugar consumers, expects output to grow more than 7.0 percent to 9.8 - 10 million tonnes in the year through September 2006, government officials said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Dyes move both ways

The trading on dyes sector moved both ways on Tuesday on Jodia Bazar. The following changes were seen in China Ten Jin Blue x GRL 250pc up Rs 40 to Rs 240, Red 3R 250pc up Rs 20 to Rs 300, Yellow 500pc 7GL down Rs 10 to Rs 570, ATT Acid Black up Rs 5 to R

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

South Korean feed groups buy corn

South Korean feed millers have bought about 160,000 tonnes of corn for feed production through private negotiations from Cargill, with arrivals between December and January, trade sources said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

New York copper softens

US copper futures closed down on Monday but managed to hold and settle above the $1.80 a lb. level in quiet dealings due to the beginning of the London Metal Exchange dinner week, sources said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Tokyo gold falls on oil's slide

Tokyo gold futures slipped on Tuesday as falls in oil prices and the dollar-based spot price in New York prompted sales from investors, but a weaker yen versus the dollar provided a cushion for the yen-based yellow metal.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Gold lower in New York

Gold futures in New York tumbled on Monday to close at a 10-day low, as a stronger dollar, falling oil price and gains in the stock market touched off a round of heavy fund selling, dealers and analysts said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Gold rebounds in Asia after New York sell-off

Gold rebounded in Asia on Tuesday thanks to buying interest triggered after the metal's sharp falls in New York, but public holidays in the region slowed trade.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Chinese farmers grow slightly more winter wheat

Chinese farmers have planted slightly more winter wheat this year despite rain in October which delayed sowing of the crop for more than a week, agriculture officials said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Oil holds below $60 as mild weather dampens demand

Oil prices held below $60 on Tuesday as mild temperatures in the US Northeast and Japan limited demand for heating fuel. US crude edged 2 cents lower to $59.74 a barrel, after hitting a three-month low on Monday and ending $1.46 down. London Brent crude w

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Malaysian markets closed

The Malaysian market will be closed on Tuesday, On Thursday and Friday for religious festivals.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Copper pressured in Asia after sliding from highs

Copper futures were on the defensive in Asian trading on Tuesday after sliding from peaks set in London as weakness in oil, gold and other commodity prices encouraged fund operators to lighten positions in the metal.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Japanese rubber surge

The amount of rubber used to make tyres in Japan rose 6.7 percent in September from a year to 116,615 tonnes, data from the Japan Automobile Tyre Manufacturers' Association showed on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Thai rice futures drop

Thai rice futures fell for the third consecutive session on Tuesday due to profit taking, brokers said. Overall volume dropped as 51 contracts of 5 percent white rice changed hands compared to Monday's 84.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

New York sugar ends at month low

Raw sugar prices crumbled from speculative fund selling to finish on Monday at their lowest level in over a month, and operators feel the sweetener may slip further from more fund sales in the days ahead.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Soya weaker amid harvest, big deliveries

Soyabean futures at the Chicago Board of Trade ended weak on Monday with harvesting of an abundant supply of soya in the United States and generally satisfactory crop weather in South American soya areas weighing on prices, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

CBOT rice higher

Rough rice futures at the Chicago Board of Trade closed higher on Monday on light short-covering by commercials and locals, traders said.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Asian rubber flat, support seen from Tokyo bounce

Asian rubber prices were unchanged on Tuesday in thin trade due to holidays in Singapore and Malaysia, but traders saw some support as Tokyo futures recovered from a sharp fall.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Indonesia sees rice output down; corn and soyabeans up

Indonesia is forecasting decreased output of unhooked rice, but corn and soyabeans are seen rising this year, the state statistics bureau said on Tuesday.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Mitsubishi Electric wins commercial satellite order

Mitsubishi Electric Corp said on Tuesday it has won an order for a satellite from Space Communications Corp, breaking into Japan's commercial communications satellite market.

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

P&G quarterly profit tops estimate

Procter & Gamble Co, the maker of Crest toothpaste and Tide laundry detergent, posted a 4 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, as strong sales of health and beauty items offset rising raw material costs and the impact of hurricanes on its coffee b

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

P&G quarterly profit tops estimate

Procter & Gamble Co, the maker of Crest toothpaste and Tide laundry detergent, posted a 4 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, as strong sales of health and beauty items offset rising raw material costs and the impact of hurricanes on its coffee b

Published 02 Nov, 2005 12:00am

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Nov 15	277.70
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Nov 15	277.50
USD to Japanese Yen / Nov 15	155.61
USD to Swiss Franc / Nov 15	0.89
Pound Sterling to USD / Nov 15	1.27
Euro to USD / Nov 15	1.06

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Nov 14	5,949.17
India Sensex / Nov 14	77,580.31
Nasdaq / Nov 14	19,107.65
Dow Jones / Nov 14	43,750.86
Tokyo Nikkei / Nov 15	38,642.91
Hang Seng / Nov 15	19,426.34
FTSE 100 / Nov 15	8,065.30
Germany DAX 30 / Nov 15	19,211.48

Item	Value
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Nov 14	232,340
Petrol/Litre / Nov 15	248.38
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Nov 15	67.86
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Nov 15	18,085
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Nov 15	2,567.71
Diesel/Litre / Nov 15	255.14

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 15 786 Investments Limited(786)	6.37 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 15 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	609.47 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 15 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 15 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 15 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	61.35 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 15 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	114.03 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 15 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	993.93 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 15 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 15 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.31 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 15 786 Investments Limited(786)	6.37 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 15 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	609.47 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 15 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 15 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 15 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	61.35 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 15 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	114.03 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 15 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	993.93 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 15 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 15 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.31 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Volume
WorldCall Telecom / Nov 15 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	177,393,273 ▲ 0.00
Hascol Petrol / Nov 15 Hascol Petroleum Limited(HASCOL)	59,224,094 ▲ 0.00
Treet Battery / Nov 15 Treet Battery Limited(TBL)	47,940,702 ▲ 0.00
Sui South Gas / Nov 15 Sui Southern Gas Company Limited(SSGC)	42,748,255 ▲ 0.00
Cnergyico PK / Nov 15 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	32,665,062 ▲ 0.00
TPL Properties / Nov 15 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	30,497,881 ▲ 0.00
Treet Corp / Nov 15 Treet Corporation Limited(TREET)	29,734,104 ▲ 0.00
Telecard Limited / Nov 15 Telecard Limited(TELE)	29,162,423 ▲ 0.00
Pak Refinery / Nov 15 Pakistan Refinery Limited(PRL)	27,309,247 ▲ 0.00

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