Algorithmic trading in Pakistan: How SEC plans to regulate high-speed markets

Imagine a stock market where trades happen not in minutes or seconds, but in milliseconds—faster than the blink of an eye. This is the reality of algorithmic trading, a technology-driven approach…

NNR May 30, 2025

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Pakistan’s economy shows signs of stability amid IMF reforms, growth challenges persist

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s economy is stabilizing under a stringent International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, but growth remains sluggish amid global uncertainty and domestic fiscal adjustments, according to a new IMF country…

NNR May 18, 2025

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Pakistan’s oil and gas sector: increased exploration and government support

The addition of the Goshawk technical team also allows the Company to progress EP 127 in the Northern Territory with added potency. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s oil and gas sector is poised…

NNR May 15, 2025

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Pakistan awards provisional petroleum exploration rights for 7 new blocks

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ministry of Energy has provisionally awarded petroleum exploration rights for seven new blocks to a consortium of local and international energy firms, including Oil and Gas Development Company…

NNR May 14, 2025

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Cherat Cement and Shirazi Investments intend to acquire majority stake in Rafhan Maize

KARACHI: Cherat Cement Company and Shirazi Investments Pvt. Ltd. have jointly announced their intention to acquire a controlling stake of up to 75.69% in Rafhan Maize Products Company Ltd., signaling…

NNR May 8, 2025

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Pakistan urged to establish dedicated cryptocurrency regulatory unit, develop digital currency

The Institute of Cost & Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP) has recommended the creation of a dedicated regulatory unit within the Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) or the…

NNR May 7, 2025

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Competition regulator targets deceptive practices in online marketplaces

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) held talks with leading digital marketplaces, PakWheels and OLX Pakistan, to address concerns over anti-competitive practices and deceptive marketing in the country’s growing online economy. …

NNR April 24, 2025

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Pakistan’s Green Sukuk Framework: Investing in a Sustainable Future

Pakistan’s federal cabinet has approved the Sustainable Investment (SI) Sukuk Framework, marking a significant step toward financing climate-resilient and socially impactful projects through Islamic bonds. The framework, introduced by the Ministry…

NNR April 18, 2025

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Honda plans to launch hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in Pakistan

KARACHI: Honda Atlas Cars has announced its intention to introduce Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) models in Pakistan in the near future. The company formally disclosed this development in a notification submitted to…

NNR April 11, 2025

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Pakistan moves to resolve power sector circular debt, aims to reduce electricity bills

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's government is taking steps to resolve the power sector's circular debt, which has reached 2.4 trillion Pakistani rupees (PKR), and is working to reduce electricity tariffs for consumers,…

NNR March 19, 2025

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Payoneer partners with Meezan Bank to enhance cross-border payments for Pakistani businesses

Payoneer (NASDAQ: PAYO), the financial technology company empowering the world’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to transact, do business, and grow globally, has partnered with Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank,…

NNR March 5, 2025

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Pakistan’s banking sector contributes heavily to national development, faces challenges

Pakistan’s banking sector remains a cornerstone of the nation’s economic development, contributing significantly to tax revenues, employment, and financial inclusion, according to a recent address by Zafar Masud, Chairman of the…

NNR February 26, 2025