A tola of 24 karat gold in Pakistan cost roughly Rs100,000 in 2021. By June 2026, it’s trading above Rs440,000. That’s more than a fourfold increase in five years, and if you’ve watched your mother or grandmother’s gold collection sit in a bank locker through that whole run, you’ve effectively watched one of the better […]
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You’ve landed the client, agreed on the rate in USD, and finished the work. Now comes the part that trips up almost every Pakistani freelancer at some point: actually getting that money into your hands without losing a chunk of it to fees or getting stuck for days waiting on a transfer. Pakistan now has […]
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Inflation has made saving money in Pakistan feel like running on a treadmill that keeps speeding up. Put cash under the mattress and it loses value every month. Leave it in a basic bank account and the return barely keeps pace with rising prices. So where does that leave someone who just wants their savings […]
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Disclaimer: Profit rates on National Savings Schemes change frequently. The figures in this article reflect CDNS announcements as of late January 2026. Always verify the current rates at savings.gov.pk before investing. If you have money sitting idle in a regular bank account, you are almost certainly leaving returns on the table. Pakistan’s Central Directorate of […]
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Savings account profit rates change monthly, and stock market returns are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. There’s a question that comes up constantly in Pakistan’s financial circles right now: should you keep your money in […]
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Disclaimer: All investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax laws can change. Consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Most Pakistanis know mutual funds exist, but few actually understand what happens to their money once they invest. There’s a vague sense that a […]
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Disclaimer: Fees and platform availability change frequently. Always verify current rates directly with each provider before making financial decisions. PayPal still doesn’t work in Pakistan. It’s 2026, and the answer remains the same as it was in 2015. So if you’re a Pakistani freelancer, remote worker, or small business owner collecting money from clients abroad, […]
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Disclaimer: This article explains the current regulatory and tax framework as of June 2026 for informational purposes only. It isn’t financial or legal advice. Crypto tax rules in Pakistan are still being finalized in parts, so confirm anything that affects your filings with a licensed tax consultant or FBR directly. For years, anyone trading crypto […]
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Note: Scheme details, dates, and official portals can change. Always verify the latest information at the official government website bikes.punjab.gov.pk before applying. This article is based on publicly available government announcements as of June 2026. Getting to college or university every day in Punjab is genuinely difficult for many students. Public transport in most cities […]
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Disclaimer: Government schemes, portals, and deadlines change regularly. Always verify current details at the official government website for your province before applying. This article is for informational guidance only and reflects publicly available information as of June 2026. Access to business capital is one of the biggest barriers for entrepreneurs in Pakistan. Traditional bank loans […]
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