imf conditions

NBR plans to roll back tax benefits for exporters

The prospect of reduced tax benefits has rattled exporters, already wrestling with shifting global trade dynamics, including fresh US tariffs
15 April 2025, 18:00 PM

VAT hike reflects govt’s failure in negotiation with IMF

The recent hike in value-added tax (VAT) and supplementary duty on nearly 100 goods and services reflects the government’s failure to negotiate effectively with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), economists said at a roundtable yesterday.
12 February 2025, 18:00 PM

BB tightens loan classification rules to meet IMF conditions

Payment failure for three months or 90 days after the due date will now lead to classification of loans regardless of type, according to new rules announced by the central bank yesterday, aligning with international best practices prescribed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
27 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Why must the public bear the burden of capacity charges?

There is no justification for raising electricity prices four times a year
12 May 2024, 11:00 AM

No IMF-prescribed reform before elections

The government has informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it would not initiate any major reforms to enhance foreign exchange reserves and revenue earnings and reduce subsidies before the upcoming parliamentary elections..However, the government promised that drastic reforms w
18 October 2023, 18:10 PM

Take action against big loan defaulters

Appellate Division’s observation on defaulted loans is right on the mark
2 August 2023, 05:00 AM