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Tag Archives: Balance Sheet

PIA’s “profit”: A dangerous illusion masking deeper financial woes

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD:  Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) recently trumpeted a “profit” of Rs 13.1 billion for the first half of FY2025, a claim that, on the surface, might suggest a miraculous turnaround for the beleaguered national carrier. However, a deeper dive into the government’s own State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) report reveals …

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PSO grapples with mounting circular debt despite profit surge

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: While Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has announced a seemingly robust profit after tax of Rs 11.2 billion for the first half of FY25, up from Rs 7.7 billion in the same period last year, a closer look at the company’s financial health reveals a persistent and alarming …

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