01Jan
Pakistan’s Privatization Drive Gains Momentum
A Renewed Push for Economic Reform Pakistan is rebooting its long-stalled privatization program in 2024–2025, a central component of a broader economic reform agenda supported by…
01Jan
Top 6 picks by AHL Securities.
Unpacking AHL’s Top Stock Picks This article provides a summary of the “alpha stocks” highlighted in Arif Habib Limited’s (AHL) comprehensive “Pakistan Investment Strategy 2026” report….
31Dec
LUCK’s Core Improvement to Uplift Valuation
A Bullish Upgrade JS Global is upgrading its stock rating for LUCK to Buy from a previous Hold. We are raising our Sum-of-the-Parts (SoTP) based Target…
31Dec
3 Reasons Why Indus Motors is Undervalued
Introduction Indus Motor Company Limited (INDU) is a cornerstone of Pakistan’s automotive industry, recognized for its operational strengths and market leadership. While its fundamentals suggest a…
31Dec
Gross Margins to Drive Indus Motors Bullish Thesis
More Than Just Selling Cars Indus Motor Company (INDU), the primary assembler and distributor of Toyota vehicles in Pakistan, is a dominant force in the nation’s…
30Dec
ABOT – An Undervalued Pharma Pick
The Market Puzzle The broader market has seen remarkable performance, with the KSE-100 Index posting a 55% gain in CY25 year-to-date. In stark contrast, Abbott Laboratories…
30Dec
Why Petrochemical Profits are on a Downward Trend by JS Global
The Shrinking Profit Margins in the Chemical Sector A recent report from JS Global Research highlights a significant challenge facing the petrochemical industry: declining profit margins….
30Dec
What would a potential UAE purchase of Fauji Foundation Companies look like?
A Strategic Shift from Debt to Ownership A landmark deal is poised to redefine the financial partnership between the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan, marking a…
05Aug
When Should You Buy a Stock to Get the Dividend? A Simple Guide for PSX Investors
It’s earnings season in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), and that means one thing for many investors: dividends are coming. read more
28Jul
The limit of compounding
How Often Should You Get Paid?
The Math Behind Compounding and Dividend Frequency
Compounding is one of the most powerful ideas in… read more
24Jul
Why PSX stock splits fool investors: The psychology behind the price
Stock splits have suddenly become the talk of the town on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Retail investors are buzzing,… read more
24Dec
Privatization of Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited
PIA Holding Company Limited (PIAA) announced that PIAA wishes to inform its shareholders and the general public that on December… read more
24Dec
AHCL Wins Top Spot in PIA Privatisation
Arif Habib Corporation Limited (AHCL) announced that the consortium led by AHCL, comprising Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited (FATIMA), The Lake… read more
23Dec
ASTL Receives Rs 1bn Subscription and Confirms Share Allotment
Amreli Steels Limited (ASTL) announced that it has received the full subscription amount of PKR 1,000,000,000/- (One Billion) against the… read more
23Dec
KML Mills Commerces Commercial Production at Apparel Division
Kohinoor Mills Limited (KML) announced that in line with the KML business strategy to expand and strengthen its footprint in… read more
23Dec
ARL Signals Attock Hospital Exit, Refocuses on Core Refining
Attock Refinery Limited (ARL) announced that the Board of Directors of Attock Refinery Limited (ARL) is considering disinvesting its shareholding… read more
22Dec
FATIMA Enters Strategic Joint Venture For Mineral Exploration
Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited (FATIMA) announced that Globacore Minerals Limited, a company in which FATIMA holds a 32% stake, has… read more
19Dec
Nishat Group Seeks 75.7% Takeover of RMPL’s voting shares
Rafhan Maize Products Company Limited (RMPL) announced that it has received an addendum to the Public Announcement of Intention from… read more
19Dec
KOHC Consortium Submits Bid for PIA Privatization Process
Kohat Cement Company Limited (KOHC) announced that KOHC, as part of the Consortium (comprising KOHC, Lucky Cement Limited, Hub Power… read more
18Dec
NETSOL EMPOWERING THE FUTURE OF AUTO FINANCE
NetSol Technologies Limited (NETSOL) announced that “NETSOL Technologies Limited has signed a $50 million (approximately) contract extension with a tier-one… read more
28Aug
Pakistan’s Pharma Sector: Mixed Results in April–June 2025
The April–June 2025 (2QCY25) results are out for Pakistan’s pharmaceutical sector, and the picture is mixed. Some companies delivered strong… read more
27Aug
FFC: Moving Closer to Shariah Compliance
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) is one of Pakistan’s biggest fertilizer companies, well-known for its strong dividend payouts and dominance in… read more
27Aug
What Could Go Wrong for SYS? 5 Risks Investors Should Know
Here are 5 key challenges that could affect SYS’s future growth: read more
25Aug
SYS: Growth, Global Expansion & What’s Next
Systems Limited (SYS), one of Pakistan’s leading IT companies, recently shared its financial performance and outlook for the first half… read more
22Aug
Lucky Core Industries (LCI): Pharma Shines, But Core Businesses Struggle
Lucky Core Industries (LCI) just wrapped up its results for FY25, and the numbers tell an interesting story. While the… read more
22Aug
MUGHAL Steels: Riding on Lower Costs and Construction Revival
Good news for Mughal Iron & Steel (MUGHAL) Steels! The company is set to benefit from falling raw material costs…. read more
21Aug
Mughal Iron & Steel (MUGHAL): Big Upside Ahead?
Mughal Iron & Steel (MUGHAL) has caught the attention of investors, and for good reason. A fresh valuation report suggests… read more
21Aug
Why Saudi Arabia Is a Big Deal for Systems Limited (SYS)?
Systems Limited (SYS), Pakistan’s top IT company, is going all-in on the Middle East, and especially Saudi Arabia (KSA), and… read more
21Aug
Meezan Bank Limited’s (MEBL) Half-Year 2025 Performance: What You Need to Know?
Meezan Bank Limited (MEBL), Pakistan’s largest Islamic bank, recently shared its financial performance for the first half of 2025 (1HCY25)…. read more
ECONOMY
04Sep
Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Market: Local Manufacturing on the Rise
Pakistan’s mobile phone market is going through a major shift, and the big story is local manufacturing. read more
02Sep
Pakistan’s Petroleum Sales Pick Up in August 2025
Despite heavy rainfall across the country, Pakistan’s petroleum sales showed solid growth in August 2025, giving a positive signal for… read more
01Sep
Pakistan’s Banks Post Solid Growth in 2Q CY25
Pakistan’s banking sector has had a strong second quarter of 2025, showing that the industry is still growing despite economic… read more
29Aug
Pakistan Floods: What History Tells Us About the Economy and Markets
Floods are, unfortunately, a recurring challenge for Pakistan. With the 2025 monsoon bringing heavy rains, overflowing rivers, and flash floods,… read more
22Aug
Pakistan’s Textile Exports Jump 32% in July 2025: What’s Driving the Growth?
Pakistan’s textile industry has started FY25 on a strong note. In July 2025, textile exports rose by 32% year-on-year (YoY),… read more
22Aug
Which companies benefit most from the drop in power costs? And who takes a hit?
In July 2025, the cost of generating electricity in Pakistan fell by 14% year-on-year, coming down to Rs 8.18 per… read more
20Aug
Cement Sector in Pakistan: Signs of a Strong Comeback in FY26
After three years of falling sales, Pakistan’s cement industry is finally showing signs of recovery. The early numbers from July… read more
19Aug
Automobiles: The Bright Spot in a Weak Industrial Year
While most industries struggled in FY25, Pakistan’s automobile sector stood out as the strongest performer, recording a massive 46% jump… read more
13Aug
Pakistan’s Car Market in July 2025: The Highs, the Lows, and What’s Next
The latest numbers for Pakistan’s auto industry are in, and they tell an interesting story. July 2025 was a month… read more
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