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Print - 2006-07-01
Singapore shares rally

Singapore shares rally

Singapore share prices closed 2.04 percent higher on Friday in line with other regional markets as concerns over the prospect for further US interest rate increases eased, dealers said. The Straits Times Index rose 48.62 points to 2,435.39 on volume of 1.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Lampard injury fears ease ahead of Portugal clash

Lampard injury fears ease ahead of Portugal clash

Frank Lampard is expected to be fit for England's World Cup quarter-final showdown with Portugal after concerns over a late injury scare eased Friday. The 28-year-old Chelsea midfielder twisted an ankle in training on Thursday and was reported to be an in
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Hong Kong dollar firms

Hong Kong dollar firms

The Hong Kong dollar recouped the previous day's losses on Friday amid a broad-based decline in the US dollar after the Federal Reserve signalled that its tightening campaign was nearing an end.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Asian currencies hit multi-week highs

Asian currencies hit multi-week highs

Asian currencies rallied to multi-week highs on Friday as the US Federal Reserve gave the clearest signal yet that it was close to ending a two-year credit-tightening campaign. The Fed delivered an expected quarter-point rise in its key rate to 5.25 perce
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Dollar drops as market sees possible Fed pause

Dollar drops as market sees possible Fed pause

The dollar tumbled on Thursday after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates, as expected, but left open the possibility its two-year rate raising campaign could end in August.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Dollar falls further after Fed signals

Dollar falls further after Fed signals

The dollar hit a three-week low against the euro on Friday, extending losses after the Federal Reserve gave the clearest signal yet it may soon take a break from a two-year campaign of non-stop interest rate increases.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Chinese yuan hits new high

Chinese yuan hits new high

China's yuan set a post-revaluation high against the dollar for the second straight day on Friday amid weakness of the US currency on global markets.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Swiss franc firms against dollar

Swiss franc firms against dollar

The Swiss franc firmed against the dollar in early trading on Friday after the Federal Reserve gave a clear signal it may take a breather from its campaign of non-stop interest rate hikes.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Chinese shares close flat

Chinese shares close flat

China shares ended mostly flat on Friday after the index first rose near its year-high, then pulled back amid concern over moderate turnover. The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index closed at 1,672.211 points. In the morning it climbed as high as 1,690.953
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Taiwan stocks climb

Taiwan stocks climb

Taiwan stocks rose 1.47 percent on Friday to their highest close in nearly a month, spurred by Wall Street and Taiwan's central bank meeting expectations with an interest rate increase. Top contract chip maker TSMC and interest rate-sensitive financial is
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Nikkei rises 2.5 percent on tech gains

Nikkei rises 2.5 percent on tech gains

The Nikkei jumped 2.54 percent on Friday to mark its highest close since June 5 as exporters such as Toyota Motor gained on rising hopes that the US interest rate-hike cycle may be nearing an end, easing concern of a slowdown in the world's largest econom
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Philippines shares finish at three-week high

Philippines shares finish at three-week high

Philippines share prices closed 4.52 percent higher on Friday, hitting their best levels in three weeks following the easing of interest rate concerns after the US Federal Reserve meeting, dealers said.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Thai share prices surge

Thai share prices surge

Thai share prices closed 1.1 percent higher on Friday, in line with other regional stocks as worries eased over future US interest rate hikes, dealers said. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) composite index rose 7.42 points to 678.13 while the blue chi
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Brazil look for missing spark

Brazil look for missing spark

Brazil have been far from the consummate defending champions at the Germany World Cup but should they rediscover their missing spark against France here on Saturday their chase for a record sixth world crown will be on in earnest.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US Treasuries soar after Fed raises rates

US Treasuries soar after Fed raises rates

US Treasury debt prices rallied on Thursday after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates as expected and issued a statement that was seen as signalling that it was near the end of its tightening cycle.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US Treasuries soar after Fed raises rates

US Treasuries soar after Fed raises rates

US Treasury debt prices rallied on Thursday after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates as expected and issued a statement that was seen as signalling that it was near the end of its tightening cycle.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Indian shares end 4.4 percent up

Indian shares end 4.4 percent up

Indian shares prices closed 4.4 percent higher on Friday, in line with firmer Asian markets after the US Federal Reserve signalled it may pause in its rate hiking cycle, dealers said.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US stocks fly on Fed's rate-pause hint

US stocks fly on Fed's rate-pause hint

US stocks soared on Thursday, sending the Nasdaq up almost 3 percent as investors interpreted the Federal Reserve's long-awaited policy statement as a signal the central bank may pause after its latest interest-rate increase.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Hong Kong shares jump

Hong Kong shares jump

Hong Kong stocks leapt 2.54 percent on Friday to a six-week high, as easing interest rate worries sparked a broad-based rally led by commodities and property shares like Hang Lung Properties Ltd. The benchmark Hang Seng index gained 402.4 points to 16,267
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Jakarta shares close sharply higher

Jakarta shares close sharply higher

Indonesian share prices closed 2.79 percent higher on Friday, in line with firmer regional markets as investors reacted positively to a US Federal Reserve signal of a possible softening in its interest rate stance, dealers said.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
World trade round faces crisis: Pascal Lamy

World trade round faces crisis: Pascal Lamy

World Trade Organisation (WTO) chief Pascal Lamy, in his direst warning yet, said on Friday that global trade talks would plunge into crisis without a breakthrough in the next "few hours or days".
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US defends farm offer

US defends farm offer

The United States, under pressure on Friday to help break a deadlock in trade talks, defended its planned farm subsidy cuts and said others needed to hack deeper into their import tariffs before it could move more.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Eurozone sentiment hits 5 1/2-year high

Eurozone sentiment hits 5 1/2-year high

Economic sentiment in the eurozone strengthened again in June hitting the highest level since the beginning of 2001 at 107.2, in contrast to expectations of a decline, EU Commission figures showed on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
EU cracks down on financial rules laggards

EU cracks down on financial rules laggards

The European Commission took action against more than half of the European Union's member states on Friday for not implementing some of the bloc's financial market laws.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Higher UK growth raises spare capacity worries

Higher UK growth raises spare capacity worries

Britain has been understating its economic growth since 2001, official figures showed on Friday, suggesting the Bank of England may have grounds for concern over diminishing spare capacity in the economy.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
French consumer sentiment rebounds in June

French consumer sentiment rebounds in June

French consumer morale bounced back in June, helped by a rebound in households' spending intentions and falling unemployment, data showed on Friday. A day after a report showed the jobless rate unexpectedly fell to 9.1 percent, its lowest since September
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Russia sees convertible rouble wooing investors

Russia sees convertible rouble wooing investors

Russian Finance Minister Alexei Kudrin said on Friday he expected tens of billions of dollars of foreign investment in the oil-rich nation after the rouble becomes convertible this weekend.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Nepal's Maoists oppose arms monitors

Nepal's Maoists oppose arms monitors

Nepal does not need international observers to monitor the arms of Maoist guerrillas or government troops ahead of polls to a special assembly, rebel leaders said on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Sterling rallies against dollar

Sterling rallies against dollar

Sterling rose 1 percent against the dollar on Friday on declining expectations of US rate rises and along with strong UK data. The Fed's statement on Thursday accompanying its quarter-point rate rise triggered a sell-off in the dollar, as markets scaled b
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Indian rupee rises

Indian rupee rises

The Indian rupee rose to a 1-week high against the dollar on Friday as the US Federal Reserve indicated it might pause its two-year tightening campaign in the months ahead.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Blair suffers election blows

Blair suffers election blows

British Prime Minister Tony Blair's political woes mounted on Friday when a poll showed he is now less popular than his main rival and his Labour Party suffered a humiliating election setback.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Italy agrees on funding oversees military missions

Italy agrees on funding oversees military missions

Italy's government coalition on Friday agreed on the funding of its military missions overseas including the controversial troop presence in Afghanistan which is heavily disputed by its radical left.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Dutch government collapses

Dutch government collapses

Dutch prime minister Jan Peter Balkenende is set to hand in his government's resignation on Friday, after the ruling coalition fell apart over the handling of the citizenship of a Somali-born Dutch lawmaker.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Islamists, reformists win Kuwait vote, women lose

Islamists, reformists win Kuwait vote, women lose

Powerful Islamist and reformist candidates swept Kuwait's elections but women failed to win a single seat in their first attempt to run for parliament, results showed on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US rebuffs Iranian calls for time on nuclear reply

US rebuffs Iranian calls for time on nuclear reply

The United States rejected on Friday Iranian calls for more time to study an offer of incentives to curb its nuclear fuel programme, insisting Tehran must respond by a G8 deadline next week.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Victory for Merkel as German federal reform passes

Victory for Merkel as German federal reform passes

The lower house of parliament approved on Friday a reform of Germany's complex federal system aimed at speeding up decision-making, giving Chancellor Angela Merkel one of her first big legislative victories.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
China's graft taking toll as party turns 85

China's graft taking toll as party turns 85

Chinese Communist Party chief Hu Jintao warned that corruption is sapping the party's authority and called for a crackdown in the wake of scandals that have exposed corrosive official abuses as market reform deepens.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Bush, Koizumi wrap up 'Love Me Tender' summit

Bush, Koizumi wrap up 'Love Me Tender' summit

US President George W. Bush and Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi turned from payloads to playlists Friday as they wrapped up their two-day "Love Me Tender" summit with a pilgrimage to Elvis Presley's mansion.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Hamas demands end to raids; strikes continue

Hamas demands end to raids; strikes continue

Palestinian Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh on Friday demanded Israel halt a Gaza offensive if it wanted to free a captured soldier and said the Hamas-led government would not give way to force.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
UN and ICRC call for urgent supplies

UN and ICRC call for urgent supplies

The United Nations and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), concerned at escalating Middle East violence, called on Israel on Friday to allow urgent medical and food supplies into Gaza.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Euro hits three-week high in London

Euro hits three-week high in London

The euro hit a three-week high against the dollar on Friday, as investors focused on prospects for faster eurozone rate hikes after the US Federal Reserve signalled a pause in its long monetary tightening campaign.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Osama calls Zarqawi a martyr, vows to fight on

Osama calls Zarqawi a martyr, vows to fight on

Osama bin Laden praised the slain leader of Iraq's al Qaeda wing, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, and vowed al Qaeda will continue to fight US forces and their allies "everywhere", according to an Internet audiotape on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US forces kill 14 in Afghan raid

US forces kill 14 in Afghan raid

US-led forces in Afghanistan killed 14 gunmen on Friday in an attack on a Taleban safe house in an eastern province, while eight militants were detained in a raid in the south, the US military said.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Czech president and Prime Minister clash over resignation

Czech president and Prime Minister clash over resignation

Czech rightist President Vaclav Klaus said on Friday he would not accept the resignation of Prime Minister Jiri Paroubek, calling it an irresponsible step as the two clashed over how to end a political stalemate.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
'Baghdad attacks higher since security crackdown'

'Baghdad attacks higher since security crackdown'

Insurgent attacks in Baghdad have risen despite a recent security crackdown that added thousands of troops and new checkpoints to the streets of Iraq's capital, a US commander said on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US House condemns intelligence leaks

US House condemns intelligence leaks

The US House of Representatives on Thursday condemned public disclosure of secret surveillance programs as Republicans stepped up their criticism of news media that published details of a bank-monitoring program last week.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US soldiers investigated in Iraqi family's killing

US soldiers investigated in Iraqi family's killing

The US military launched a criminal investigation into whether US soldiers killed a family of four Iraqi civilians in their home south of Baghdad, officials said on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
EU carbon market tested as states miss key deadline

EU carbon market tested as states miss key deadline

The European Union's emissions trading scheme faces its second major hurdle in a matter of weeks on Friday as EU states struggle to meet a deadline to finish plans laying out industry pollution rights for 2008-2012.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
African Union postpones democracy charter

African Union postpones democracy charter

Disagreements over preventing African leaders extending their rule indefinitely have forced the postponement of a democracy charter due to have been adopted at a summit this weekend, South Africa said on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Playboy editor, models investigated in Indonesia

Playboy editor, models investigated in Indonesia

The editor of Playboy Indonesia and two models whose pictures appeared in the magazine's first edition are being investigated for violating indecency laws, police said on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Federer steams into last 16

Federer steams into last 16

Roger Federer continued to cut a swathe through the Wimbledon field on Friday, beating Frenchman Nicolas Mahut in straight sets to ease into the last 16 of the men's singles. Federer, who has yet to drop a set in this year's tournament, won 6-3, 7-6 (7/2)
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Lehmann saves put Germany into last-four

Lehmann saves put Germany into last-four

Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann saved twice in a shootout to give the hosts a 4-2 win on penalties over Argentina on Friday after their World Cup quarter-final had ended 1-1 after extra time. Lehmann saved penalties from Roberto Ayala and Esteban Cambiass
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Friday (June 30, 2006).

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

The travel agents have decided not to collect the 15 percent Federal Excise Duty (FED) from the passengers embarking on international journey. The decision was taken at a meeting of Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (Taap) held here on Thursday. All t
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

The travel agents have decided not to collect the 15 percent Federal Excise Duty (FED) from the passengers embarking on international journey. The decision was taken at a meeting of Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (Taap) held here on Thursday. All t
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

International flights: travel agents not to collect FED from passengers

The travel agents have decided not to collect the 15 percent Federal Excise Duty (FED) from the passengers embarking on international journey. The decision was taken at a meeting of Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (Taap) held here on Thursday. All t
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Huge arms, ammunition recovered

Huge arms, ammunition recovered

Rawalpindi police have foiled a bid of sabotage by confiscating a huge quantity of arms and ammunition, arrested one arms smuggler and impounded the truck carrying the arms, said Syed Saud Aziz, District Police Officer (DPO) here on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf gives away rescue, relief awards

Musharraf gives away rescue, relief awards

Recognising the supreme spirit of service and sacrifice rendered in the rescue and relief operations in the aftermath of October 8, 2005 earthquake, President General Pervez Musharraf, decorated individuals and organisations with Sitara-e-Eisaar and Tamgh
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Law ministry sends report against JS to Prime Minister

Law ministry sends report against JS to Prime Minister

"Senior Joint Secretary Saira Karim forced a Law and Justice Ministry's official to sign the recommendatory letters on behalf of Private Secretary to the Minister Abdul Shabir Khattak, who was on leave on that date therefore, this act of JS was illegal an
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Hearing put off against Prime Minister

Hearing put off against Prime Minister

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday adjourned to July 28, the proceedings in an election petition filed against Prime Minister of Pakistan Shaukat Aziz as his counsel did not appear before the court.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Two levies hurt in landmine blast

Two levies hurt in landmine blast

Two levy personnel were seriously injured in landmine explosion in Kohlu on Friday. According to reports, unknown persons blew up a bulldozer standing along the road, as it was unserviceable at 5.15 am on Friday.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Verdict on Baglihar expected in November

Verdict on Baglihar expected in November

World Bank appointed Swiss expert Raymond Lafitte is expected to deliver his verdict on India and Pakistan's Baglihar dam disagreement in November this year.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Mango output, cultivation area enhanced

Mango output, cultivation area enhanced

Pakistan is the fifth largest producer and the third largest exporter of Mango in the world, said President, Zarai Tariqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL), Islamabad, R A Chughtai.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Punjab Assembly discusses 'Thana reform' proposals

Punjab Assembly discusses 'Thana reform' proposals

Punjab Law Minister Muhammad Basharat Raja has assured that provincial government is committed to provide security, respect and relief to the law-abiding citizens. He was speaking in a general debate on 'Thana Environment Reform' proposals in the Punjab A
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Rs 31.93 million for Rojhan Bridge feasibility report

Rs 31.93 million for Rojhan Bridge feasibility report

Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has sanctioned an amount of Rs 31.93 million to prepare a feasibility report for construction of a new bridge on river Indus to bring Rahimyar Khan and Rajanpur together, it would be called Rojhan Bridge.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Legal notice

Legal notice

A member of the Lahore High Court Bar Association (Lhcba) has issued a legal notice to President of Pakistan and Prime Minister of Pakistan for shaking hand with women. M.D. Tahir in his legal notices asked both the leaders to tender apology with the nati
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Proposed right issues

Proposed right issues

Right issues proposed by companies listed on Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Cardiac diseases on rise among women

Cardiac diseases on rise among women

The incidence of cardiovascular diseases is on rise mainly among women on account of bad dietary habits, increasing trend of smoking, unhealthy lifestyle, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, physical inactivity, obesity and overweight, diabetes m
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Islamic banking system gaining ground

Islamic banking system gaining ground

Islamic Banking System is fast gaining ground in Pakistan and is now an undeniable reality but still it needs a wider debate by involving all the stakeholders for translating it into easy and understandable language.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule of listed companies on Friday (June 30, 2006).

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Brunei commander arrives in Lahore

Brunei commander arrives in Lahore

Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Yousuf, Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces and member of his entourage arrived here on Friday on a day-long visit to the provincial metropolis on the second leg of his official visit to Paki
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus announcements by the companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
PSMA concerned over sugar price hike

PSMA concerned over sugar price hike

The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has expressed concern over the current sugar price hike and assured its committed co-operation with the government to fulfill the local demand and finish its total stocks by October 31, 2006.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Board Meetings

Board Meetings

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
'Protection of cardholders data top area of concern'

'Protection of cardholders data top area of concern'

Protection of cardholders data is the top area of concern for merchants who accept credit/debit cards in the Asia Pacific region. This information was revealed by the research data released by Visa.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Rate of remuneration

Rate of remuneration

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday announced that the rate of remuneration for the month of July 2006 on Special Cash Reserve Account (US dollar) maintained with the SBP would be 4.33 percent.
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Cross Transactions

Cross Transactions

Cross transactions between client to client reported on Friday (June 30, 2006).

Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Proposed hike in gas charges slammed

Proposed hike in gas charges slammed

Chairman, Pakistan Cotton Fashion Apparel Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PCFAMEA) Dr Shahzad Arshad has urged federal ministers for commerce Humayun Akhtar Khan, minister of textile Mushtaq Ali Cheema and advisor to Prime Minister Salman Shah to
Published 01 Jul, 2006 12:00am
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