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The rupee’s free fall

The rupee continues to lose ground against the dollar during the past few weeks. Recently, ...
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RISING FOOD INFLATION

Food inflation in Pakistan has been constantly rising as part of the general inflationary spiral. ...
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Inflation and market anarchy

The Pakistani market is free for all for price sharks and black marketers. On top ...
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Crushing taxes

The IMF-dictated budget has increased the tax burden for all segments of the population. While ...
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A budget out of sync with ground realities

The federal budget 2022-23 is a no brainer. Formulated in a hurry by a newly ...
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Economic uncertainty looms large

With a sinking rupee, fast depleting forex reserves and an unrelenting price spiral, Pakistan’s economy ...
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Global food crisis and the World Bank role

The world is once again faced with a serious food shortage crisis. Following the devastation ...
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A NEW STRATEGY NEEDED TO BOOST EXPORTS

The latest State Bank of Pakistan figures show healthy growth in exports. During the first ...
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Tax reforms: A far cry

It is an indisputable fact that our tax system is outdated, outmoded and grossly unfair. ...
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IMF’s tougher conditions

After several rounds of tough negotiations, Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have agreed on ...