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Print - 2006-11-07
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

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

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule of listed companies on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Occupation troops kill two in IoK

Occupation troops kill two in IoK

Occupation Indian troops killed two suspected Mujahideen in occupied Kashmir and arrested four others as they sought to cross into Azad Kashmir.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Proposed right issues

Proposed right issues

Right issues proposed by companies listed on Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Malaysian telecom company investing $100 million

Malaysian telecom company investing $100 million

One of Malaysia's leading telecom companies is investing 100 million dollars in Pakistan for connecting 107 cities with 4,100 kilometers of fibre optic cable.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Public holiday on Iqbal Day

Public holiday on Iqbal Day

The government has decided to celebrate the birthday of national poet and philosopher Allama Iqbal as "Iqbal Day," falling on Thursday (November 9) and has declared it a public holiday.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Public holiday on Iqbal Day

Public holiday on Iqbal Day

The government has decided to celebrate the birthday of national poet and philosopher Allama Iqbal as "Iqbal Day," falling on Thursday (November 9) and has declared it a public holiday.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
ISE index loses 65.73 points

ISE index loses 65.73 points

Bears strengthened their positions at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where selling-pressure intensified in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in downward direction amid decrease in index.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
ISE index loses 65.73 points

ISE index loses 65.73 points

Bears strengthened their positions at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where selling-pressure intensified in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in downward direction amid decrease in index.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Bombardier, partners win $326 million China deal

Bombardier, partners win $326 million China deal

Bombardier Inc and its joint-venture partners in China said on Monday they have won a $326-million contract to deliver 51 metro trains to Shanghai. Bombardier, the world's biggest train manufacturer, said its share of the contract is worth $104 million.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
LSE index drops 150.92 points

LSE index drops 150.92 points

Share prices nose-dived on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) due to multiple factors, including fears of the report to be placed before the National Assembly standing committee on Wednesday for March crisis of the market, news of postponement of NBP deal for sa
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
LSE index drops 150.92 points

LSE index drops 150.92 points

Share prices nose-dived on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) due to multiple factors, including fears of the report to be placed before the National Assembly standing committee on Wednesday for March crisis of the market, news of postponement of NBP deal for sa
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

Galvanised steel products prices again shoot up

After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister invites Saudi investment in oil and gas sectors

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Sugar mills fire boilers

Sugar mills fire boilers

To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Sugar mills fire boilers

Sugar mills fire boilers

To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Sugar mills fire boilers

Sugar mills fire boilers

To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
KKI closing rates of currency notes

KKI closing rates of currency notes

Khanani & Kalia International (Pvt) Limited Closing Rates of currency notes on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
World currencies and euro

World currencies and euro

Value of the euro in terms of other world currencies as prevailing in the week ended Monday (November 06, 2006).
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Scanners at sensitive checkposts to curb smuggling

Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Closing of sterling rates

Closing of sterling rates

Closing of sterling rates at 1730 GMT - on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan''s missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property unde
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan's missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property under
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

No CVT on inheritance or gifts of property

Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan's missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property under
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Money Market Report

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Monday (November 06, 2006).
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
BRIndex30 falls

BRIndex30 falls

On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 11982.40. It closed at 11,673.07 in the red zone with a net negative change of -309.33 or -2.58 percent. It saw intra-day high of 11,982.4 and intra-day low of 11,673.07.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
BRIndex30 falls

BRIndex30 falls

On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 11982.40. It closed at 11,673.07 in the red zone with a net negative change of -309.33 or -2.58 percent. It saw intra-day high of 11,982.4 and intra-day low of 11,673.07.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Bill buying rates per unit of currency

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 Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
KSE: bears tighten grip

KSE: bears tighten grip

Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
KSE: bears tighten grip

KSE: bears tighten grip

Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
KSE: bears tighten grip

KSE: bears tighten grip

Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

Chinese firm gets new Gwadar airport contract

The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Monday (November 06, 2006).

Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf stresses OIC restructuring

Musharraf stresses OIC restructuring

President General Pervez Musharraf on Monday called for restructuring OIC for its effective contribution to socio-economic development of Ummah and could be able to play a central role in portraying true spirit of Islam as the religion of peace and tolera
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

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 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf stresses OIC restructuring

Musharraf stresses OIC restructuring

President General Pervez Musharraf on Monday called for restructuring OIC for its effective contribution to socio-economic development of Ummah and could be able to play a central role in portraying true spirit of Islam as the religion of peace and tolera
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

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 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government''s attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on ''Gas Tariff''
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government's attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on 'Gas Tariff' pre
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

Textile body slams government for non-supportive stance

The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government's attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on 'Gas Tariff' pre
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Islamic banking - Riba-free and beyond

Islamic banking - Riba-free and beyond

Ever wondered whether Citibank touted itself as a Christian Bank or a Judaic Bank? Ever noticed any institution in India marketed itself as a Hindu Bank? The answer to these questions is an obvious "no".
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Pakistan's biggest international annual festival

Pakistan's biggest international annual festival

Launched by H.E. the President of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf at Sindh Governor's House, the Muslims BIG Business & Investment Gala to be held from 7-13 February 2007 at Karachi Expo Centre.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
The reality of Islamic banking - an introduction

The reality of Islamic banking - an introduction

The global financial services industry is witnessing a rapid in the demand for Islamic Banking services. This demand has essentially been fuelled by the need of Muslims the world over to ensure that their financial and economic dealings are in accordance
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Islamic finance in Pakistan - growth and challenges

Islamic finance in Pakistan - growth and challenges

Islamic finance on the fast growth trajectory in Pakistan: Islamic banking in Pakistan has shown robust performance since 2003, when State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) issued policies for the promotion of Islamic banking in the country.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Message from President & Chief Executive Meezan Bank

Message from President & Chief Executive Meezan Bank

By the grace of Allah Almighty, the foundations for veritable Islamic Banking have been laid. Meezan Bank as the first and largest dedicated Islamic Bank in Pakistan is pleased to support this conference and any such forum that strives to promote Islamic
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Message from President & Chief Executive, Si3

Message from President & Chief Executive, Si3

Born out of a passion for our country, and with a vision to put Pakistan on the global IT map, Si3 whole-heartedly supports "Pakistan International Islamic Banking & Money Market Conference 2006" for the second year running, a prestigious event that proje
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Message from Governor State Bank of Pakistan

Message from Governor State Bank of Pakistan

The Islamic financial system has experienced remarkable growth and transformation during the recent time, demonstrating its potential as a competitive form of financial intermediation.
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Oil cake market rates

Oil cake market rates

Thin business was seen on the forward cottonseed oil cake market on Monday as prices were on the higher side due to short supply fears, dealers said. The January vaida was unchanged at Rs 626.00. It did not show any change at the highest and lowest levels
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
Spot rate, prices in ready increase on cotton market

Spot rate, prices in ready increase on cotton market

Prices were stable on the cotton market on Monday as buyers were keen to cover the forward requirements, dealers said. The Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) official spot rate was raised by Rs 25 to Rs 2375, without upcountry expenses. Prices of phutti wer
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am
German pasta makers boost prices

German pasta makers boost prices

German pasta makers will have to increase prices because of rising costs, especially for hard durum wheat, the German association of pasta manufacturers and durum mills said on Monday. Durum wheat prices have risen by about 30 percent this year, associati
Published 07 Nov, 2006 12:00am