PTA-approved iPhone 18 Pro Max units have reached Pakistan within days, pushing prices down and putting pressure on the grey market.
Oil prices edge lower as US-Iran truce hopes ease market fears, while fresh Saudi attacks keep supply risks in focus.
Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves rose to $26.81 billion, while SBP-held reserves reached $21.4 billion in latest week.
Pakistan’s weekly inflation rose 0.99%, driven by higher electricity, eggs and LPG prices, while tomatoes and potatoes became cheaper.
Gold prices in Pakistan fell further, tracking global losses as a stronger dollar and higher rate expectations weighed on bullion.
The KSE-100 Index gained more than 1,300 points as broad-based buying lifted stocks across banking, energy, cement and auto sectors.
ADB expects Pakistan’s economy to grow 3.7% in FY27, supported by reforms and stronger reserves, while energy costs remain a key risk.
Boeing is preparing a revised aircraft proposal for PIA as the privatised airline seeks to expand its fleet and restore grounded planes.
Pakistan is moving towards regulated virtual assets, with blockchain eyed for cheaper remittances, SME financing and wider financial access.