CCP Recommends Privatization or PPP Model for Distribution Companies to Improve Efficiency

on 11/11/2024

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has advised the government to consider either the privatization or the implementation of public-private partnerships (PPPs) for the country’s power distribution companies (DISCOs). This recommendation comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and financial sustainability within the power sector. Addressing Financial and Operational ChallengesDISCOs in Pakistan […]

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MSCI Adds Eight Pakistani Companies to Small-Cap Index, Removes TRG Pakistan from Frontier Market Indexes:

on 07/11/2024

The MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) has announced updates to its global indexes, impacting several Pakistani companies. In its recent review, MSCI included eight Pakistani firms in its Small-Cap Index while removing TRG Pakistan Limited from its Frontier Market Indexes. Additions to the MSCI Small-Cap Index The following Pakistani companies have been added to the […]

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Hubco Plans Nationwide EV Charging Network to Boost Pakistan’s Electric Vehicle Adoption

on 31/10/2024

The Hub Power Company (Hubco) has announced plans to establish a countrywide electric vehicle (EV) charging network in Pakistan, marking a significant step toward promoting sustainable transportation. This initiative aims to address the need for accessible charging infrastructure, which has been a barrier to EV adoption in the country. Expanding EV Infrastructure to Support Green […]

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Rethinking Power Generation: The Case for Rooftop Solar in Pakistan

on 29/10/2024

As Pakistan faces a growing energy crisis and rising power costs, the need to explore alternative energy solutions has become more urgent than ever. One promising approach is rooftop solar, which has gained momentum as a cost-effective, sustainable solution to Pakistan’s power generation challenges. Rising Energy Costs and Demand The country’s energy infrastructure is under […]

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Indus Motor Temporarily Suspends Operations Due to Inventory Shortage:

on 28/10/2024

Indus Motor Company, the manufacturer behind Toyota vehicles in Pakistan, has announced a temporary suspension of its production operations, citing an ongoing inventory shortage. This production halt underscores the severe supply chain challenges impacting the automotive sector across the country. In a recent statement, the company attributed the shortage to difficulties in sourcing essential raw […]

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