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PKR Strengthens as US Dollar Weakens Globally

The Pakistani rupee continued its upward trend against the US dollar on Thursday, appreciating beyond the Rs278 mark to reach its strongest level in 19 months. The local currency settled at Rs277.97 per dollar, gaining 3 paisa or 0.01 percent from Wednesday’s closing rate of Rs278.00. Read More: https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/07/17/1-page/1112114-news.html

PSX Extends Gains as Investor Confidence Improves

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its upward momentum for a second consecutive trading session on Thursday, driven by improved investor sentiment after renewed hopes of the United States and Iran resuming diplomatic talks. Read More: https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/07/17/1-page/1112101-news.html

Pakistani Rupee Gains Slightly Against US Dollar

KARACHI: The Pakistani rupee edged up slightly against the US dollar in the interbank market on Tuesday. The local currency closed at 278.01 per dollar, gaining Re0.01 from Monday’s closing rate of 278.02 against the greenback. Read More: https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/07/15/1-page/1111724-news.html

Crude Oil Climbs on Strait of Hormuz Supply Risks

NEW YORK: Oil prices rose nearly 2% on Tuesday, reaching their highest level in a month, after the United States reimposed a naval blockade on Iran, a move expected to disrupt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz and tighten regional supply. Read More: https://epaper.brecorder.com/2026/07/15/1-page/1111728-news.html

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