Corporate Financial Analysis

Introduction Pakistan’s central bank has announced that the country will repay $30.35 billion in foreign debt and interest between August 2024 and July 2025. This includes significant loans that bilateral creditors roll over every year, adding pressure on the nation’s finances. Breakdown of Debt and Interest Payments The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reports that it needs $26.48 billion to …

Introduction The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) recently announced that the new sugarcane crushing season will begin on November 21, 2024. This decision comes despite the government’s recent approval to export an additional 500,000 metric tons of sugar. The PSMA assures that even after these exports, there will be sufficient sugar stocks to meet domestic demand for more than a …

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) exhibited positive momentum on Friday, driven by an improved economic outlook and investor interest in the government’s ongoing discussions regarding the privatisation of state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The market also drew support from bullish global equity trends and the government’s commitment to reducing power tariffs. Market Performance and Trends Trading commenced with strong buying activity, and …

Pakistan State Oil (PSO) Records Impressive Earnings in FY24 The marketing and sales of imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Pakistan have turned into a highly profitable venture after the government passed on rising international gas prices to local consumers. This move has enabled state-owned energy companies to avoid further accumulation of circular debt, reduce their reliance on bank borrowing, …