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Print - 2016-10-25
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Nishat Power posts Rs 732.969 million as profit after tax

Nishat Power posts Rs 732.969 million as profit after tax

Nishat Power Limited has posted Rs 732.969 million as profit after tax in the quarter ended September 30, 2016 as compared to Rs 929.553 million earned in the corresponding quarter in 2015. The company's earning per share has surged to Rs 2.070 in the per
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Prime Minister, his team responsible for present crisis: Baloch

Prime Minister, his team responsible for present crisis: Baloch

Secretary General, Jamaat-e-Islami, Liaqat Baloch, has said that Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his team were responsible for the present crisis and the key to the solution was also with them. Addressing a press conference at the Lahore Press Club on Mon
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
PML-N leaders vow to maintain normal life during PTI lockdown

PML-N leaders vow to maintain normal life during PTI lockdown

Leaders of ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Monday vowed to maintain normal life during Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Islamabad lockdown on November 2. Addressing a press conference, Talal Chaudhary and Mohammad Zubair Umar said PTI chairman Imran K
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Import of LNG Talks with over six states initiated: Abbasi

Import of LNG Talks with over six states initiated: Abbasi

Federal Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has said that Pakistan has initiated negotiations with over six different countries for import of LNG to overcome the gas shortage issue in the country. "We have started talks with
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Monday (October 24, 2016) and the forecast for Tuesday (October 25, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
PAT of FFBL increases to Rs 244.80 million

PAT of FFBL increases to Rs 244.80 million

The consolidated profit after tax of Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim (FFBL) has increased to Rs 244.80 million in the quarter ended September 30, 2016 as compared to Rs 169.319 million earned in the same quarter in 2015. The board of directors of the company i
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
PAT of FFBL increases to Rs 244.80 million

PAT of FFBL increases to Rs 244.80 million

The consolidated profit after tax of Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim (FFBL) has increased to Rs 244.80 million in the quarter ended September 30, 2016 as compared to Rs 169.319 million earned in the same quarter in 2015. The board of directors of the company i
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
BRIndex30sheds 317.7 points

BRIndex30sheds 317.7 points

On Monday, BRIndex30 opened at 23,620.65 and remained negative throughout the trading session. It touched an intraday high of 23,620.65 and an intraday Low of 23,270.53 and closed at 23,302.95 which was-317.7 points or -1.35 percent lower than previous cl
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Palmkernel oil prices climb on strong demand

Palmkernel oil prices climb on strong demand

Palmkernel oil prices in Europe rose on Friday, extending this week's advance in a market boosted by strong demand. Sellers raised prices for Malaysian/Indonesian palmkernel oil for November/December shipment to $1,340 per tonne on Friday, up $55 from a d
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
European gasoline cracks steady on firm overseas demand

European gasoline cracks steady on firm overseas demand

Gasoline refining margins in north-west Europe ended the week on a steady note at above $9 a barrel, and were supported by firm overseas demand, refinery turnarounds and an inventory drawdown. Demand for gasoline from the United States and for reformate f
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Bangladesh tea prices lower

Bangladesh tea prices lower

Tea prices in Bangladesh fell about 2.8 percent at the weekly auction on Tuesday as lower demand for inferior quality tea weighed on sentiment though a fall in supplies capped any further decline. Bangladesh tea fetched an average of 214.70 taka ($2.80) p
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
US Midwest soyabean, corn bids lower

US Midwest soyabean, corn bids lower

Spot basis bids for soyabeans and corn mostly declined in the US Midwest on Friday, as harvest neared completion for soyabeans and corn fieldwork progressed, grain merchants said. Basis bids for soyabeans declined by 5-12 cents per bushel along the Missis
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
China to buy 440,000 tonnes of corn to support farmers

China to buy 440,000 tonnes of corn to support farmers

China's state stockpiler Sinograin will start buying corn from farmers in the country's top growing province of Heilongjiang, state news agency Xinhua reported on Thursday, in a move aimed to ease pressure on farmers. The reserve will buy a total 440,000
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Message from President, Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Message from President, Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Today 69th Foundation Day of AJ&K is being celebration with traditional zeal and zest to reinforce the great cause that led to setting up of state of AJ&K; and to reaffirm the commitment to continue the struggle to liberate the part of Kashmir occupied by
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Message from Prime Minister, Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Message from Prime Minister, Azad Jammu and Kashmir

WITH THE NAME OF ALLAH, The people of AJ&K and the refugees in Pakistan are celebrating 69th Foundation Day of the state of AJ&K. Let me congratulate from the core of my heart the whole Kashmiri nation on this auspicious day.
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Message from Information Minister Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Message from Information Minister Azad Jammu and Kashmir

WITH THE NAME OF ALLAH, I present my heartiest congratulation to the whole Kashmiri nation on this auspicious day the 69th Foundation day of the state of AJ&K and re-affirm the commitment that state of AJ&K will extend every kind of support to people of o
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
69th Foundation Day and Historical Initiatives of State Cabinet

69th Foundation Day and Historical Initiatives of State Cabinet

69th Foundation Day of AJ&K is being celebrated with great enthusiasm and ferventness, which will pave the way forward for political, economic and social Definitely 24 October reminds us the happy moments when this state of AJ&K came into-being but it als
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Fondation Day of AJK Government

Fondation Day of AJK Government

Government of the Base camp of the freedom movement in occupied Kashmir led by AJK Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan is playing its due role in promoting freedom struggle of Kashmiris in occupied Kashmir against Indian occupation on national and inte
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates
Currency

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 25 Oct, 2016 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 Commi
Published 25 Oct, 2016 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 (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates
Currency

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Money Market Report
Currency

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Monday (October 24, 2016).
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (October 24, 2016).

Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Qadri to join PTI protest

Qadri to join PTI protest

Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) head Dr Tahir ul Qadri on Monday accepted PTI Chairman Imran Khan's invitation to join his party's planned November 2 protest in Islamabad. According to well-placed sources, Imran Khan contacted Dr Tahir ul Qadri and requested
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Qadri to join PTI protest

Qadri to join PTI protest

Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) head Dr Tahir ul Qadri on Monday accepted PTI Chairman Imran Khan's invitation to join his party's planned November 2 protest in Islamabad. According to well-placed sources, Imran Khan contacted Dr Tahir ul Qadri and requested
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Brazil's Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazil's Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazilian aerospace company Embraer SA on Monday settled with US authorities for $205 million over bribery allegations in the Dominican Republic, Saudi Arabia, and Mozambique. The company took in nearly $84 million in profits on aircraft sales after payin
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Brazil's Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazil's Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazilian aerospace company Embraer SA on Monday settled with US authorities for $205 million over bribery allegations in the Dominican Republic, Saudi Arabia, and Mozambique. The company took in nearly $84 million in profits on aircraft sales after payin
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Brazil''s Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazil''s Embraer in $205 million US bribery settlement

Brazilian aerospace company Embraer SA on Monday settled with US authorities for $205 million over bribery allegations in the Dominican Republic, Saudi Arabia, and Mozambique. The company took in nearly $84 million in profits on aircraft sales after payin
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
IoBM students organise session on 'Healthcare for the Less-privileged'

IoBM students organise session on 'Healthcare for the Less-privileged'

An Interactive Session on 'Healthcare for the Less-privileged' was recently organized by the students of Public Relations and Corporate Communication of the Institute of Business Management (IoBM). The program invited leading corporate professionals worki
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Terrorists raid police training centre in Quetta

Terrorists raid police training centre in Quetta

Gunmen stormed a police training centre in Sariab Road Monday, leaving at least 22 people wounded, hours after another attack killed two customs officers and wounded a third, authorities said. No one immediately claimed responsibility for either attack. I
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Terrorists raid police training centre in Quetta

Terrorists raid police training centre in Quetta

Gunmen stormed a police training centre in Sariab Road Monday, leaving at least 22 people wounded, hours after another attack killed two customs officers and wounded a third, authorities said. No one immediately claimed responsibility for either attack. I
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Four killed in cross border firing

Four killed in cross border firing

Two children and another civilian were killed along with a soldier in firing across the border between India and Pakistan, officials from both sides said Monday, as tensions soar between the nuclear-armed rivals. Pakistan's military said an 18-month-old g
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Four killed in cross border firing

Four killed in cross border firing

Two children and another civilian were killed along with a soldier in firing across the border between India and Pakistan, officials from both sides said Monday, as tensions soar between the nuclear-armed rivals. Pakistan's military said an 18-month-old g
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
US to deploy 330 troops in Norway

US to deploy 330 troops in Norway

The United States will deploy over 300 troops in Norway, the Norwegian government announced Monday, in a move set to upset neighbouring Russia. The 330 Marines, to be stationed on rotation around 1.000 kilometres (600 miles) from the Russian border, will
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Government says won't allow shutdown

Government says won't allow shutdown

PML-N Government on Monday vowed to block protests in Islamabad if opposition leader Imran Khan pushes ahead with plans to shut down the government and transport in the capital from November 2. The threatened protest has prompted worries of a repeat of a
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Government says won't allow shutdown

Government says won't allow shutdown

PML-N Government on Monday vowed to block protests in Islamabad if opposition leader Imran Khan pushes ahead with plans to shut down the government and transport in the capital from November 2. The threatened protest has prompted worries of a repeat of a
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

Europe suffered a new blow when Belgium conceded it could not give the support needed for the EU to seal a landmark free trade deal with Canada by a late Monday deadline. The development deepened the turmoil in a European Union shaken by a series of crise
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

Europe suffered a new blow when Belgium conceded it could not give the support needed for the EU to seal a landmark free trade deal with Canada by a late Monday deadline. The development deepened the turmoil in a European Union shaken by a series of crise
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

EU-Canada trade pact: Blow to Europe as Belgium baulks

Europe suffered a new blow when Belgium conceded it could not give the support needed for the EU to seal a landmark free trade deal with Canada by a late Monday deadline. The development deepened the turmoil in a European Union shaken by a series of crise
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Banking sector leads decline

Banking sector leads decline

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure throughout the day Monday due to increasing political uncertainty and the start of the roll-over week. The benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 439.40 points to close at 40.852.03 points, weighed mainly by ba
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Banking sector leads decline

Banking sector leads decline

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure throughout the day Monday due to increasing political uncertainty and the start of the roll-over week. The benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 439.40 points to close at 40.852.03 points, weighed mainly by ba
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Banking sector leads decline

Banking sector leads decline

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure throughout the day Monday due to increasing political uncertainty and the start of the roll-over week. The benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 439.40 points to close at 40.852.03 points, weighed mainly by ba
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Cotton settles lower
Cotton

Cotton settles lower

Cotton futures dipped on Monday, settling lower for the fifth straight session, on commercial hedge pressure as the market awaited a crop progress report later in the day. The December cotton contract on ICE Futures US hit a low of 68.53 cents a lb on Mon
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
IRIS not accepting refund claims

IRIS not accepting refund claims

IRIS, the Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) portal that allows online submission for refund claims, has been non-functional since August 2016, according to a Business Recorder exclusive. Any attempt to open the portal since then has been met wit
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
War for peace

War for peace

The Zarb-e-Azb against enemy behind the bush in the tough mountainous tribal region was a war of another kind - it was no conventional military operation but a war for peace. It had to be won, because losing it was just no option. This war has been won; s
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Good governance, is it?
Cotton

Good governance, is it?

The recent Annual Portfolio Review of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) blames the performance of Pakistani contractors and project execution supervising agencies for delayed completion of the projects, and consequent escalation of their costs - ills whose
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Afghan peace talks reset?

Afghan peace talks reset?

Speculations regarding new moves and developments in the stalled Afghan peace process have been triggered by the visit of a Taliban delegation to Pakistan. The three-member delegation comprises former Afghan Taliban ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
THE RUPEE: all-round slide
Currency

THE RUPEE: all-round slide

An easier trend was witnessed on the money market on Monday as the rupee fell modestly against the dollar in process of trading, dealers said. The rupee extended weekend slide versus the dollar, dropping four paisas for buying and selling at Rs 104.84 and
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
Battle for Mosul can shape or break Iraq

Battle for Mosul can shape or break Iraq

It has taken two years of training a demoralised army, and the backing of the air cover and special forces of the world's greatest powers, for Iraq to mount an offensive to recapture Mosul from Islamic State. Almost a week into the US-led onslaught, many
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am
THE RUPEE: all-round slide
Currency

THE RUPEE: all-round slide

An easier trend was witnessed on the money market on Monday as the rupee fell modestly against the dollar in process of trading, dealers said. The rupee extended weekend slide versus the dollar, dropping four paisas for buying and selling at Rs 104.84 and
Published 25 Oct, 2016 12:00am