NBP Exchange Rates: National Bank of Pakistan Issues Friday Currency Bulletin
The bank’s Treasury and Capital Markets Group released its latest exchange rates bulletin on Friday.
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Nissan Rogue Hybrid: 2027 Model Delivers Strong Performance and Challenges Toyota and Honda
Powered by Nissan’s e-Power hybrid system, the new Rogue accelerates faster than its predecessors and key rivals, while offering a refined driving experience and competitive pricing.
Google Malaysia: Tech Giant Announces $15 Billion Investment in Data Centres and Clean Energy
The investment, planned for 2027 and 2028, will expand data centre capacity, strengthen electricity and water infrastructure, and support skills training for 800,000 Malaysians.
Pioneer Cement: Company Signs Deal for 15MW Battery Storage and 10MW Solar Expansion
The project at its Khushab manufacturing facility is expected to be completed by March 2027 as the company seeks to reduce electricity costs and reliance on the national grid.
Pakistan Exports: Shipments to Europe Fall 1.84% to $2.35 Billion in Q1 FY27
Declines in major markets including Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium offset growth in Spain, the UK and northern Europe despite Pakistan’s preferential GSP+ trade access.
AI Stocks: Trillions Wiped Off Tech Giants as US Election Sparks Sell-Off
Technology shares plunged across the US, Europe and Asia as investors assessed the potential impact of tougher AI regulation, restrictions on data centre expansion and concerns over the returns on massive technology investments.
Paraguay Crisis: President Pena Faces Impeachment After Bank Takeover Triggers Protests
Congress has put Santiago Pena’s resignation on hold as lawmakers pursue impeachment proceedings following a banking crisis that disrupted access to deposits for millions of people.
Gold Prices: Bullion Falls 1.1% as Oil Rebound Fuels Inflation Concerns
Gold declined on Friday as rising energy prices strengthened expectations of higher interest rates, while investors awaited key US employment data.
OIC Trade: Jam Kamal Calls for Stronger Economic Cooperation and Financing Access
Pakistan’s commerce minister urges member states to expand intra-OIC trade, strengthen Islamic finance and improve support for small businesses at the 42nd COMCEC session in Istanbul.
Oil Prices: Crude Set for 12% Weekly Drop Despite Middle East Supply Risks
Brent and WTI futures rose for a second consecutive session on Friday, but expectations of easing tensions in the Iran war kept both benchmarks on track for their steepest weekly losses in months.