Chambers of commerce
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has defended the Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) enhanced powers, dismissing criticism as "propaganda." He emphasized that the new authority was approved lawfully and designed to counter large-scale sales tax fraud. Aurangzeb assured that the measures apply exclusively to cases involving over
Chambers of commerce
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb reiterated the government's commitment to transforming macroeconomic stability into sustainable economic growth during a press conference held after a meeting with the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI). The finance minister informed the media about his meetings with
Foreign investments
Foreigners have been dominating Croatia's property market for years, but new figures show a significant decline in interest, with some experts warning of a major reset. According to the Croatian National Tourist Board, even tourist numbers are down, and estate agents are feeling the pinch as demand from
Economic growth
A recent study conducted by the Graduate School has uncovered a significant relationship between foreign direct investment, economic growth, and renewable energy consumption worldwide. The research analyzed data from 110 countries between 1990 and 2020, concluding that foreign direct investment and economic growth have a U-shaped impact on renewable energy
Economic growth
The UK and Japan have strengthened their economic ties by signing a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) aimed at enabling increased UK investment into Japan. The agreement was signed at the British Embassy in Tokyo by Baroness Poppy Gustafsson of Chesterton CBE, UK Minister for Investment, and Mr. Seto Takakazu, State
Economic growth
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the need to utilize local resources to drive economic growth and make Pakistan self-reliant. He convened a meeting with leading figures from the industrial sector to consult on economic and industrial development, boosting exports, and addressing the concerns of the business
Economic growth
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has emphasized the significance of the planned International Investment Summit, scheduled to take place at the newly constructed Bauchi International Conference Center (BICC) in October. The governor aims to showcase the state's diversified investment opportunities, highlighting its rich natural resources and
Economic growth
Bishop Boxing Promotions is set to revolutionize Ghana's boxing scene with its highly anticipated debut event, "Best of Bukom", on August 23rd. This is not just an evening of thrilling contests but also an opportunity for Ghana to tap into the lucrative global boxing industry, worth
Stock prices
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) reached a new high on the fifth consecutive trading session, driven by sustained buying momentum in technology and Petronas-linked counters. The benchmark index rose 8.68 points to 1,550.21, while the broader market saw 531 gainers outpacing 442 decliners. Malaysian Pacific
Stock exchanges
On June 26, 2025, the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) witnessed a notable surge in market activity, with foreign institutional investors emerging as the leading buyers. According to the MSX, these investors accounted for a majority of the shares traded, representing a significant share of the market activity. The total volume
Stock exchanges
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that negotiations for proposed free trade agreements with the US and EU are progressing at a fast pace and will be concluded soon, providing a boost to the Indian economy. Additionally, the country's ability to deepen its strategic partnership with Mauritius and sign
Stock exchanges
Despite the ongoing conflict with India, Pakistan's treasury bills continue to attract foreign investment, with a notable inflow of $73.6 million in May. However, the equity market witnessed a net outflow of $26 million during the same period, as investors remained cautious. The State Bank's
