Pakistan’s fertilizer supply chain is facing severe disruptions as ongoing sit-ins and road blockades in Sindh have choked critical transport routes, stranding thousands of trucks and halting industrial operations. Among…
FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited (FCEPL) announced its financial results for the first quarter ended 31st March 2025. The Company continued to navigate a tough operating environment following the imposition of a…
President Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders & Small Industry (HCSTSI), Muhammad Saleem Memon, has expressed grave concern over the severe disruption to Pakistan’s agricultural exports caused by ongoing sit-ins and…
Engro Fertilizers (EFERT) announced its 1Q2025 financial result today. The company reported a dramatic 59% drop in net sales compared to the previous year, falling from PKR 73.78 billion in…
In a move to reinforce its long-term commitment to Pakistan’s agricultural development, Syngenta Pakistan recently hosted Mr. Jerome Barbaron, Regional Business Head for Africa & Middle East (AME), and Mr.…
In line with its core mission to empower farmers and transform Pakistan’s agriculture landscape, HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL) has launched its wheat procurement initiative under its flagship retail brand…
Key takeaways from the SBP Governor’s speech at PSX today are as follows; The current level of financial inclusion stands at 64%.The target is to increase financial inclusion to 75%…
A three-member delegation of the World Bank, headed by its Regional Director for Infrastructure in South Asia, Pankaj Gupta, visited the under-construction 1530 MW Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project. Chairman…
Fertilizer sales in Pakistan have seen a significant decline. Here are the key highlights : Urea Sales - Year-over-year decline: Urea sales dropped by 54% in March 2025, reaching 308,000…
Federal Minister for Water Resources Mian Muhammad Mueen Wattoo visited WAPDA House yesterday. During his interaction with the senior officers and employees, the Minister said that the Federal Government accords…
Business leader and former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, on Thursday, said the powerful sugar mafia should be controlled as it…
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) held its 47th Annual General Meeting on March 25th, 2025, at FFC Corporate Head Office, Sona Tower, Rawalpindi. The quorum was 56%, and representation was either…
HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL) and Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance financial inclusion and modern agricultural services for farmers across Pakistan.…
The Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) proposal to lower taxes on beverages and tobacco is a reckless gamble with public health. As part of ongoing negotiations, the FBR has presented…
Syngenta is a globally leading' plant science’ company committed to promoting sustainable agriculture through innovation, research, and technology. It also has a long-term vision for environmental sustainability. Hence, Syngenta Pakistan…
The "Value of Water" conference took place on March 17-18, 2025, during ISH 2025, the leading international trade fair for HVAC, sanitation, washrooms, and water solutions, featuring over 2,000 exhibitors from…
Karandaaz Pakistan, an impact investment platform dedicated to driving sustainable economic growth and strengthening financial and social protection systems, has launched the Digital Financing for Agriculture Challenge (DFAC) - Round…
A high-level consultation meeting was jointly organized by the Center for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) and Pakistan Youth Change Advocates (PYCA) with representatives from the Islamabad, Punjab, Sindh, Khyber…
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) has partnered with four leading banks to provide clean financing of up to Rs. 500,000 for farmers registered with its Sona Centers, ensuring greater financial inclusion…
Fertilizer sector earnings surged 44% YoY to PKR 119.9bn in CY24 compared to PKR 83.3bn in SPLY. Revenue depicted growth of 21% YoY to PKR 984.0bn, driven by a 39% rise in UREA…
A growing debate in Pakistan questions whether raising tobacco taxes is the right approach to reducing smoking rates. While higher taxes are intended to deter consumption, Fawad Khan, spokesperson for…
Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, a business leader and former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), stated on Monday that the ongoing profiteering by the powerful sugar…
NFDC reported February 2025 Urea offtakes at c.347,000 MT, down 36% YoY and 22% MoM. This takes the cumulative Urea offtake for the ongoing Rabi season (Oct’24 – Feb’25) to…
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…
Matco Foods and Bank Alfalah signed a multimillion-dollar agreement to enhance corn starch production in Pakistan. This three-year financing partnership aims to boost production capabilities at Matco’s facility in the…
