Pakistan's Policies Cost More Than US-China Trade War

A new study by Lahore School of Economics reveals that Pakistan's domestic policy uncertainty, especially from the Finance Act 2024, costs hundreds of millions in export losses monthly, dwarfing the impact of the US-China trade war.

State Bank Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 22%

The State Bank of Pakistan announced its monetary policy, keeping the policy rate unchanged at 22%. The decision follows a review of economic indicators and comes after the US-Iran peace agreement.

Global Markets Surge After US-Iran Peace Deal

Global markets rallied after the US-Iran peace deal eased geopolitical tensions, lowered oil prices, and shifted interest rate expectations. Asian indices led gains, gold rose, and the dollar weakened.

Pink Tax Removal: Victory, But Work Remains

Pakistan removes 18% sales tax on sanitary pads and contraceptives in Budget 2026-27. Activists celebrate but warn that policy must address affordability, distribution, and infrastructure for true menstrual justice.

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