Finance Ministry
Insurance Relief Likely for Salaried Class in Budget 2026–27, Signals Finance Minister
In a potential relief for taxpayers, Muhammad Aurangzeb has indicated that insurance-related tax benefits for the salaried class may be reintroduced in the upcoming fiscal plan. The development comes as the government intensifies consultations ahead of the Budget 2026–27. The discussion emerged during a meeting between the Finance Ministry and the Insurance Association of Pakistan, […]
Government Moves to Reduce Reliance on Bank Financing Through Capital Market Reforms
The federal government has announced plans to reduce Pakistan’s reliance on bank financing by advancing capital market reforms, signaling a strategic shift in the country’s financial framework. This decision aims to lower transaction costs, broaden investor participation, and strengthen alternative funding sources for businesses and institutions. The initiative was discussed during a meeting between Finance […]
Pakistan Consolidates Macroeconomic Gains, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that Pakistan is steadily consolidating its macroeconomic gains, with key indicators showing promising improvements across multiple productive sectors. Speaking at an event in Islamabad, the minister outlined the country’s progress in restoring economic stability and accelerating sectoral growth. He highlighted that cement, fertilizer, automobiles, mobile phones and large-scale manufacturing […]