‘New auto law could criminalise business’

[ LAHORE: The passage of the Motor Vehicle Industry Development Act 2025 has alarmed Pakistan’s auto sector. Stakeholders fear the legislation will disrupt the industry’s fragile recovery and criminalise legitimate business practices. The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers’ Association (PAMA), the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM), and independent analysts argue the Act was … Read more

Fortinet presents Sovereign SASE on eve of Security Day

[ ISLAMABAD: Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, presented its Sovereign SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solution on its third Fortinet Security Day on September 16, 2025 in Pakistan. Through SASE solution, Fortinet demonstrates how organisations can address data residency, privacy and operational requirements without compromising security, user experience … Read more

PSX maintains uptrend over debt clarity

KARACHI: The bullish trend continued at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday as the KSE-100 index advanced nearly 800 points in a rally reflecting a stable policy rate and government’s ability to meet external debt obligations. Notably, the index reclaimed the 156,000-point level while building on Monday’s successful defence of a key support zone. … Read more

LSM surges 9% YoY on low base

KARACHI: Pakistan’s large-scale manufacturing (LSM) sector showed a recovery, increasing by 9% year-on-year and 2.6% month-on-month in July 2025, primarily due to a low base, along with improved domestic demand and sector-specific gains that boosted industrial output. Analysts attribute the rebound to strong performances in automobiles, garments, cement, and petroleum products, alongside stable — though elevated … Read more