Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday said in the National Assembly that the nation remains united in the war against terrorism and this would help root out terrorism from the country. Giving a policy statement in the Lower House following the Quetta c

The Karachi Port handled 127,174 tonnes of cargo comprising 93,059 tonnes of import cargo and 34,115 tonnes of export cargo including 6,971 loaded and empty containers during the last 24 hours ending at 0700 hours on Wednesday The total import cargo of 93

Russian wheat export prices rose last week on concerns over the weather-hit harvest in the Western Europe, Russia's main rival to supply North Africa and the Middle East, analysts said on Monday. Russia's Agriculture Ministry expects the country to harves

Palm oil prices in Europe were higher on Tuesday, extending their recent advance, boosted by tightening supplies and gains in rival vegetable oils. Crude palm oil offers were raised by $7.50 and $15.00 a tonne while asking prices for products also increas

Soyabean export premiums for shipments from the US Gulf Coast firmed on Tuesday on strong demand from top importer China, which has steadily booked US purchases for the past two weeks, traders said. Importers in China are seeking mostly new-crop shipments

Spot basis bids for hard red winter wheat in the southern US Plains were steady on Monday as farmers tracked weaker futures prices, merchandisers said. Grain investors at the Chicago Board of Trade are exercising caution while awaiting the US Department o

US natural gas futures on Tuesday lost 5 percent, falling to their lowest level in almost eight weeks, on forecasts for less hot weather, allowing storage builds to increase as air conditioning use eases. Traders also noted prices have been mostly declini

On Tuesday, at Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX), value traded was PKR 4,605 million and the number of lots traded was 11,473. PMEX Commodity Index closed at 2,987. Major business was contributed by currencies through COTS amounting to PKR 1,844 million

All timings are in PST (Pakistan Standard Time).

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

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

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 Commi

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

London Interbank Offer Rates on for calculating interest on special US dollar on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Interest rates on old and incremental FCY deposits on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Interest rates on new foreign currency deposits issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

The selling/buying rates for currency notes of major currencies issued by National Bank (NBP) here on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

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

EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

A sweeping combing operation has been launched in Quetta and suburban areas to track down terrorists after massive bombing in the city's Civil Hospital that left over 71 people dead, according to Aaj News. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISP

EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

A sweeping combing operation has been launched in Quetta and suburban areas to track down terrorists after massive bombing in the city's Civil Hospital that left over 71 people dead, according to Aaj News. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISP

EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Turkey said on Wednesday the European Union was fuelled by anti-Turkish sentiment and hostility to President Tayyip Erdogan and was making grave mistakes in its response to a failed coup which was costing it the trust of ordinary Turks. Erdogan and many T

EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Turkey said on Wednesday the European Union was fuelled by anti-Turkish sentiment and hostility to President Tayyip Erdogan and was making grave mistakes in its response to a failed coup which was costing it the trust of ordinary Turks. Erdogan and many T

EFU Guaranteed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Pakistan economy has been set in the right direction, however its sustainability is contingent on the continuation of reforms as well as building on the gains achieved. This was stated by the IMF resident representative to Pakistan Tokhir Mirzoev during a

EFU Guaranteed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Pakistan economy has been set in the right direction, however its sustainability is contingent on the continuation of reforms as well as building on the gains achieved. This was stated by the IMF resident representative to Pakistan Tokhir Mirzoev during a

EFU Guaranteed Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Pakistan economy has been set in the right direction, however its sustainability is contingent on the continuation of reforms as well as building on the gains achieved. This was stated by the IMF resident representative to Pakistan Tokhir Mirzoev during a

EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Pakistan economy has been set in the right direction, however its sustainability is contingent on the continuation of reforms as well as building on the gains achieved. This was stated by the IMF resident representative to Pakistan Tokhir Mirzoev during a

EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Stocks climbed to the highest level of 39,806 points Wednesday. The bluechips in banking, cement and auto sectors led the bull-run. The KSE-100 index rallied to intraday high of 39,862 before settling at the record high, adding 142 points or 0.36 percent

EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Stocks climbed to the highest level of 39,806 points Wednesday. The bluechips in banking, cement and auto sectors led the bull-run. The KSE-100 index rallied to intraday high of 39,862 before settling at the record high, adding 142 points or 0.36 percent

Dates of Closure of Books and holding of Ordinary and Extra-Ordinary General Meetings of companies listed on the stock exchanges.

Stocks climbed to the highest level of 39,806 points Wednesday. The bluechips in banking, cement and auto sectors led the bull-run. The KSE-100 index rallied to intraday high of 39,862 before settling at the record high, adding 142 points or 0.36 percent

Karachi Stock Exchange's Clearing Schedule for T+2 System.

On Wednesday, BRIndex30 opened at 23,394.89 points and remained positive throughout the trading session. It touched an intraday high of 23,530.05 points and an intraday low of 23,395.63 points and closed at 23,442.52 points which was 47.63 points or 0.2 p

Right issues proposed by companies listed on Karachi Stock Exchange.

On Wednesday, BRIndex30 opened at 23,394.89 points and remained positive throughout the trading session. It touched an intraday high of 23,530.05 points and an intraday low of 23,395.63 points and closed at 23,442.52 points which was 47.63 points or 0.2 p

Last dates of renunciation/payment.

The Federal Board of Revenue has identified 440 persons linked with different offshore companies and it is obtaining information and documentary evidence about the investment or income of the offshore companies of the Pakistani residents. Parliamentary Se

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

The Federal Board of Revenue has identified 440 persons linked with different offshore companies and it is obtaining information and documentary evidence about the investment or income of the offshore companies of the Pakistani residents. Parliamentary Se

BRIndex30 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

The Federal Board of Revenue has identified 440 persons linked with different offshore companies and it is obtaining information and documentary evidence about the investment or income of the offshore companies of the Pakistani residents. Parliamentary Se

National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) has "dumped" the country's long-awaited Industrial Policy due to a lack of interest and frequent changes in top bureaucracy, it is learnt. The sources said former Minister for Industries and Production, Jahang

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Wednesday (August 10, 2016)

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) has "dumped" the country's long-awaited Industrial Policy due to a lack of interest and frequent changes in top bureaucracy, it is learnt. The sources said former Minister for Industries and Production, Jahang

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Wednesday (August 10, 2016)

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) has "dumped" the country''s long-awaited Industrial Policy due to a lack of interest and frequent changes in top bureaucracy, it is learnt. The sources said former Minister for Industries and Production, Jahan

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Wednesday (August 10, 2016)

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday said in the National Assembly that the nation remains united in the war against terrorism and this would help root out terrorism from the country. Giving a policy statement in the Lower House following the Quetta c

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Wednesday (August 10, 2016).

Palladium and platinum rose sharply on Wednesday as bets on lower prices were reversed in thin conditions after the metal broke above key chart levels, while gold rose as weak US data weighed on the dollar. Palladium surged overnight in Asia, hitting 14-m

Profit After Tax of Allied Bank Limited (ABL) registered a growth of 17% and reached Rs 8,601 million for the half year ended June 30, 2016, as compared to Rs 7,356 million in the corresponding period of last year. Super-tax imposed during 2015 at 4% on 2

Embattled Bangladesh opposition leader Khaleda Zia was granted bail on Wednesday after she appeared in court on a string of new charges over a deadly transport blockade, a prosecutor said. Hundreds of her supporters gathered outside the metropolitan sessi

Embattled Bangladesh opposition leader Khaleda Zia was granted bail on Wednesday after she appeared in court on a string of new charges over a deadly transport blockade, a prosecutor said. Hundreds of her supporters gathered outside the metropolitan sessi

The National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) and the Habib Bank Limited (HBL) have signed a term sheet for financing of Rs 10.4 billion to construct 500 kV Double Circuit Transmission Line from Port Qasim to Matiari for evacuation of 1320

The National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) and the Habib Bank Limited (HBL) have signed a term sheet for financing of Rs 10.4 billion to construct 500 kV Double Circuit Transmission Line from Port Qasim to Matiari for evacuation of 1320

The National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) and the Habib Bank Limited (HBL) have signed a term sheet for financing of Rs 10.4 billion to construct 500 kV Double Circuit Transmission Line from Port Qasim to Matiari for evacuation of 1320

The National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) and the Habib Bank Limited (HBL) have signed a term sheet for financing of Rs 10.4 billion to construct 500 kV Double Circuit Transmission Line from Port Qasim to Matiari for evacuation of 1320

The United States on Wednesday denounced the "genocide" carried out by the Islamic State group against Christians, Shias and Yazidis, as the State Department unveiled its somber annual report on religious freedom around the world. In its comprehensive loo

The United States on Wednesday denounced the "genocide" carried out by the Islamic State group against Christians, Shias and Yazidis, as the State Department unveiled its somber annual report on religious freedom around the world. In its comprehensive loo

The news that Pakistan will not be able to receive $300 million from the Coalition Support Fund (CSF) because it is not taking sufficient action against the Haqqani network has been received in the country with a degree of disdain and discomfort. Accordin

In this monsoon season torrential rains have once again been playing havoc with public life. So far, flashfloods in the northern region have claimed at least 43 lives, and washed away homes in scores of villages. During the heavy downpours in Karachi-some

The terrorist strike at Quetta's civil hospital that left over 70 people dead, 55 of them lawyers and two TV cameramen, and wounding at least 100 others two of whom later succumbed to their injures in hospital, has cast a pall of gloom over the entire nat

This paper examines the issue of criminalization of business dealings known as sharp business practices and brings out the issues involved, the existing precedents on the subject and future directions. It has generally been held that for to establish crim

A year ago on Thursday Chinese authorities stunned global markets by devaluing their yuan currency, raising fears the world's second-largest economy was worse off than thought - but investors are now more sanguine about a weaker "redback". The normally st

This is apropos a Business Recorder news item "Modi calls for end to IHK violence" carried by the newspaper on Wednesday. According to it, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for an end to the violence in Indian held Kashmir, promising

ICE cotton futures fell to their lowest in nearly a month on Wednesday as speculators liquidated long positions in follow through selling after the natural fibre market traded limit down on Tuesday, ahead of the release of reports from the US government t

Palladium and platinum rose sharply early on Wednesday as bets on lower prices were reversed in thin conditions after the metal broke above key chart levels, while gold rose as weak US data weighed on the dollar. Palladium surged overnight in Asia, hittin

US soyabean futures fell on Wednesday, pressured by favourable crop weather and profit-taking after a five-session advance that was driven by resurgent export demand, analysts said. Corn futures firmed, gaining against soya ahead of a key US government cr

The Philippines' firebrand President Rodrigo Duterte has sparked a fresh diplomatic row with his colourful language, calling the US ambassador "gay" in comments that prompted Washington to summon Manila's envoy to complain. In the latest of series of tira

Shanghai Futures Exchange zinc rose 2.1 percent by the close while Shanghai copper finished flat on Wednesday as the dollar eased and risk appetite focused on zinc, which has rallied on bets a shortage of mine supply will curb output of refined metal. In

The UN Security Council failed to agree Tuesday on a statement condemning North Korea's launch of a missile that landed near Japan after China sought to include language opposing the US missile defence system in South Korea. The United States had circulat

A fire tore through the maternity ward of one of Baghdad's largest hospitals Wednesday, killing at least 12 premature babies, medical and security officials said. Jassem Lateef al-Hijami, from the Baghdad health directorate, told reporters only seven babi

A Chinese city said Wednesday it would halt preparations for a possible Sino-French nuclear project after thousands of locals protested against it over the weekend, the latest official concession following environmental demonstrations. After days of prote

Charities that send financial aid to trouble spots sometimes have the funds "hijacked" by militant groups to carry out attacks, an international counter-terrorism meeting was warned Wednesday. A report by Indonesian and Australian authorities detailed the

British billionaire Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor, one of the world's richest people, died on Tuesday according to his estate. The 64-year-old Duke of Westminster died at a hospital in Lancashire, north-west England, a spokeswoman for his estate said. He had