
Articles by Faraz Ali Ansari

Mishal Pakistan's Transparency Report 2026 finds only 7% know about regulatory appeal mechanisms, exposing a striking gap between institutional recognition and public accountability awareness.

Hi-Tech Lubricants Seizes 8.7 Acres in Sindh for Fuel Push
Hi-Tech Lubricants has acquired 8.7 acres in Daulatpur for an oil storage depot, laying the groundwork for its planned retail fuel expansion across Sindh.

Sazgar’s SUV Sales Crash 76% in July After Record-Breaking June Surge
Sazgar's four-wheeler sales plunged 75.6% in July after a record June, with just 663 vehicles sold against production of 1,778 units.

Airlink’s Mega Lahore Factory Takes Shape as DWP Lands HVAC Deal
Airlink’s massive Lahore production facility moves ahead as DWP Group secures the HVAC contract for the eight-acre manufacturing complex at Sundar Green SEZ.

Lucky Cement Profit Jumps 29% as Margins Roar Back in Fourth Quarter
Lucky Cement profit jumped 29% YoY to Rs25.35 billion in 4QFY26 as recovering margins, higher revenue and lower finance costs strengthened earnings.

Mari Energies Profit Jumps 34pc to Rs87 Billion, Dividend Hits Rs27
Mari Energies profit surged 34% to Rs87.1 billion in FY26, while record hydrocarbon sales and a Rs27-per-share dividend strengthened its annual results.

PSX Moves to Deepen Control Over Pakistan's Clearing House
Pakistan Stock Exchange has begun talks to increase its NCCPL stake after SECP reforms, signaling a potential shift in Pakistan's capital market infrastructure.


ECC Unlocks Rs. 27.62 Billion Guarantee to Finally Get Stalled Sialkot-Kharian Motorway Moving
Pakistan's ECC approved a Rs27.62 billion sovereign guarantee and rolled over Rs6.944 billion in operational funding to help the long-delayed Sialkot Kharian Motorway secure financial close and move closer to construction under the public-private partnership model.

Ghandhara Tyre Wins Gulf Certification, Unlocks Six GCC Export Markets
Ghandhara Tyre has secured Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) certification, allowing its GTR brand to export to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE under a single regional approval, marking a significant step in the company's international expansion.

Maple Leaf Cement Earns Rs12.56 Billion, Skips Dividend, Approves Rs4 Billion Financing
Maple Leaf Cement reported a consolidated profit of Rs12.56 billion for FY2026 but withheld dividends for the second consecutive year. The board also approved Rs4 billion in related-party financing for group companies, subject to shareholder approval.

NRL Breaks New Ground With First-Ever Rs10 Billion Sukuk Deal
National Refinery Limited launches its first NRL Sukuk, raising Rs10 billion to diversify funding through Pakistan's capital market.

PPL Strikes Again: Fourth Consecutive Shah Bandar Discovery Sparks Fresh Energy Hopes
PPL gas discovery at Rahi X-1 marks the company's fourth straight hydrocarbon find in Shah Bandar Block, boosting hopes for Pakistan's energy sector.

Engro Reports Rs7.1 Billion Profit Despite 34% Sales Collapse
Engro Fertilizer Profit dropped to Rs7.1 billion as quarterly sales plunged 34%, but the company still rewarded shareholders with a Rs3.75 dividend.

Small Shopkeepers Get Massive Relief Under FBR's New 1% Tax Scheme
The FBR 1% Tax Scheme introduces a simplified flat 1% turnover tax for eligible small shopkeepers in Pakistan with annual turnover below Rs200 million, replacing the standard income tax slab system.

FFC Beats Estimates, Declares Rs14.50 Dividend After Rs24.4 Billion Profit
FFC quarterly results surpass expectations after stronger other income, while Fauji Fertilizer declares a Rs14.50 dividend and reports resilient first-half earnings.

Honda Atlas Profit Triples On One-Time Rs1.59 Billion Settlement Gain
Honda Atlas profit jumps sharply after a Rs1.59 billion settlement gain, alongside strong vehicle sales, improved cash flow and no dividend declaration.


PM Shehbaz Orders Bold New Jobs Push For Pakistan's Youth
Prime Minister Youth Program will expand its focus on jobs, AI skills and vocational training after PM Shehbaz Sharif ordered a comprehensive employment strategy for Pakistan's youth.

Pioneer Cement Profit Soars, Shareholders Receive Nothing Despite Record Earnings
Pioneer Cement Profit climbed 35% to Rs6.59 billion in FY2026, yet the board recommended no cash dividend or bonus shares. The company also proposed extending loans or advances of up to Rs4 billion to its holding company, Maple Leaf Cement Factory Limited, subject to shareholder approval.
