Afshan Subohi

The lost path to prosperity

Some experts consider the current depression a natural outcome of overenthusiasm/activism and not necessarily alarming. Published 14 Aug, 2023 07:48am

Saudi investment leads to PSX buoyancy

The visible spike in investor confidence at this point is puzzling, considering the economic challenges and terrorist threats the country is facing. Updated 07 Aug, 2023 09:45am
The turf war on TERF

The turf war on TERF

Do such schemes fit in the monetary policy tools kit of the central bank or fall in the ambit of fiscal policy, spelt by the finance ministry? Updated 17 Jul, 2023 08:54am
Burdening distressed commoners

Burdening distressed commoners

PBC CEO says wholesalers, retailers and undocumented real estate sector spared taxes due to political reasons. Updated 10 Jul, 2023 08:34am
A cow-based Eid

A cow-based Eid

Pakistanis stretched their budgets to capacity to partake in the revered Muslim festival, ignoring depressing factors. Published 03 Jul, 2023 07:27am
Prepping for elections

Prepping for elections

Stakeholders weigh in on whether the allocated amount for the Election Commission is sufficient to ensure transparency. Updated 26 Jun, 2023 08:39am
Finance: Ineffective measures

Finance: Ineffective measures

Pakistan’s ruling coalition may try to play the budget to regain the lost political capital Published 05 Jun, 2023 07:06am
CORPORATE WINDOW: Pre-budget dejection

CORPORATE WINDOW: Pre-budget dejection

Representatives of different segments tell sad tales of mounting difficulties in sustaining families and enterprises in a shrinking economy. Updated 29 May, 2023 09:24am
Currying favour for elections

Currying favour for elections

There is a strong possibility of business lobbies' involvement and underworld actors financing candidates to gain access to power corridors. Published 22 May, 2023 07:03am
Winning tickets and elections

Winning tickets and elections

Candidates are required to open a bank account to fund electioneering and declare the account number in the nomination paper. Updated 08 May, 2023 09:18am
Falling short on Labour Day

Falling short on Labour Day

Labour leaders have made tall claims but failed to achieve anything tangible for rank and file so far. Updated 01 May, 2023 10:14am
Navigating unchartered territory

Navigating unchartered territory

Even amongst the economic turmoil, some see a glimmer of hope with support from Saudi Arabia and other allies. Published 10 Apr, 2023 08:19am