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Irani Diesel ⛽️ back to 10,000,000 lites per day. Valued @$100/ bbl delivered C&F Karachi ; this amounts to $2.3 Billion per annum.

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Irani Diesel ⛽️ back to 10,000,000 lites per day. Valued @$100/ bbl delivered C&F Karachi ; this amounts to $2.3 Billion per annum. Mostly paid by hundi/ hawal from Dubai to Iranian Dealers. 95% is delivered under informal Parchi system introduced in 2021 by FC( Dawn Business Reprt May 2nd 2024). About 10 million( including 3 million Baluch) , population depends on Irani Diesel Trade throughout country . With six dependents per family, 60-70 million population livelihood depends on this diesel and other smuggled Irani items. . 25-30 % of…

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The Solar Power Duck Curve

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With the increasing demand for electricity as the world shifts away from fossil fuels, cleaner sources of energy like solar and wind are becoming more and more common. However, as more solar power is introduced into our grids, operators are dealing with a new problem that can be visualized as the “duck curve.” Utility companies use models to predict demand and operate as efficiently as possible by supplying more power during times of higher demand. But the introduction of solar power has brought about problems in these demand curve models.…

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Pakistan’s Economic Outlook: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Growth in 2024

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In a recent report by Bloomberg economist Ankur Shukla, Pakistan’s economic landscape is poised for recovery, projecting a growth of 2.1 percent in the fiscal year and a significant acceleration to 4.8 percent in fiscal 2025. Several factors contribute to this optimistic outlook, including the approval of a $700 million loan tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in November, easing supply bottlenecks, lower interest rates, and positive agricultural indicators. IMF Support and Fiscal Landscape: The approval of the IMF loan tranche in November has played a pivotal role in…

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Navigating Pakistan’s Economic Landscape: Elections, Economic Trends, and the Path to Stability”

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Introduction: As Pakistan gears up for general elections scheduled for February 8, there are signs of optimism regarding the resolution of the country’s economic and political challenges. The announcement of a firm election date, following consultations between the Election Commission of Pakistan and the president, has put an end to speculation and controversy. Despite concerns raised by major political parties about the fairness of the upcoming elections, the focus is shifting towards forging alliances and preparing for the crucial polls. Political Dynamics: The political scenario is marked by the imprisonment…

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Value of PKR

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There have been unusual developments in the value of the rupee (PKR) during the last seven weeks. From a trend in the form of a declining value with respect to the US$, there has been an unanticipated reversal in this trend. During the month of September and up to the middle of October the rupee has actually gained in value by almost 14% in the open market. Simultaneously, the inter-bank exchange rate has improved by over 8%. The appreciation in the value of the rupee has been taking place at…

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