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Banks to remain open for extended hours on December 31

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The authorised branches of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) and field offices of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will remain open for a longer duration on December 31 (Saturday) for the collection of government receipts, duties and taxes.

“In order to facilitate the collection of government receipts/duties/taxes, it has been decided that the field offices of SBP Banking Services Corporation (SBP-BSC) and authorised NBP branches will observe extended banking hours till 8:00pm and 10:00pm on December 30 (Friday) and December 31 (Saturday), respectively,” the central bank said on Monday.

The central bank advised National Institutional Facilitation Technologies (NIFT) to arrange a “special clearing” at 8pm on December 31 for the same clearing of payment instruments.

All banks have also been advised to keep their branches open on December 31 till such time that is necessary to facilitate the special clearing for government transactions by the NIFT.

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PSX 100-index reaches an unprecedented peak, exceeding 111,000 points.

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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached the significant milestone of 111,000 points shortly after today’s market opening.

The KSE-100 Index ascended by more than 1,000 points in the initial five minutes of trade, achieving a notable increase of 1,044 points to attain 111,014 points.

The increase indicates heightened investor confidence and a robust market sentiment.

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SIFC Initiates Carbon Market Initiative: Pakistan Pursues Green Investment at COP29

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Pakistan has introduced its inaugural Carbon Market Policy at the 29th Conference of the Parties in Baku to attain climate objectives and encourage green investments.

The policy seeks to enhance investment in the energy, agriculture, and forestry sectors.

Through the initiatives of the Special Investment Facilitation Council, Pakistan has developed a transparent carbon market framework that adheres to international norms.

The policy conforms to international standards and establishes a definite strategic orientation.

Pakistan’s carbon market policy promotes environmental conservation, economic development, and sustainability.
It promotes the use of eco-friendly technologies by enterprises and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

The policy represents a substantial advancement in the worldwide effort to combat climate change. It encourages international investors and organizations to participate in Pakistan’s carbon market.

SIFC aims to mitigate environmental concerns while promoting economic growth via the Global Carbon Market.

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When the benchmark hits 109,881 points, the PSX-100 index sets a new record.

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During the first hour of trading today, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) made a stunning comeback, moving from negative to positive territory. After losing 1,400 points, the market recovered and gained 800 points.

Setting a new high, the benchmark KSE-100 Index jumped 827 points to a record-breaking 109,881 points. Restored investor confidence was also reflected in the market’s return to its crucial levels of 108,000 and 109,000 points.

Supportive government policies and recent strong economic data are credited by experts with this success, as they have improved market mood.

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