INFONALYSIS

KCCI Research offers a holistic view of the economy, and its different facets like taxation, budget, manufacturing sectors, social issues etc. It serves to apprise its readers with insightful analyses, in-depth information and statistics of several areas like trade, manufacturing (leather, textile, food and plastics etc.), services (franchising, SMEs), energy, financial sector (IMF, debt profiling), transport and infrastructure development (CPEC), bilateral relations (with China, Turkey etc.) and commodities.

Fledgling Economy, Rising Debt; More of IMF Ahead (Dec 2016)

FLEDGLING ECONOMY, RISING DEBT; MORE OF IMF AHEAD

Published in: December 2016

As debt levels rise, efficient management of public debt becomes more critical, especially for developing countries like Pakistan. This report is an effort to analyze the overall debt situation of Pakistan with a particular focus on evaluating the chances of being able to rein in the unabated rise of debt, or otherwise going for another IMF loan under prevailing and anticipated economic conditions.

Halal Meat Sector – Time to make the most of the Edge (Jul 2016)

HALAL MEAT SECTOR- TIME TO MAKE MOST OF THE EDGE

Published in: July 2016

To highlight the growing prospects of global halal food particularly the meat industry, this report has been prepared to present a strong case of Halal Meat sector in Pakistan by underlining its global growth and demand prospects, current state of local industry, problems faced by the industry in Pakistan and incentives available to the existing and new businessmen operating in this sector.

Doing Business in Pakistan (May 2016)

DOING BUSINESS IN PAKISTAN

Published in: May 2016

How effective has the 18th amendment actually been 5 years after its enforcement? Has it been able to realize its objectives? Has it been able to bring peace and prosperity to the citizens of Sindh province and an improved business climate to the businessmen of the province? We cast a glance on the state of affairs in Sindh post the 18th amendment and on some issues which have marred the overall devolution process.

The 18th Amendment- How Much Has Sindh Benefited (Mar 2016)

THE 18th AMENDMENT - HOW MUCH SINDH HAS BENEFITTED

Published in: March 2016

How effective has the 18th amendment actually been 5 years after its enforcement? Has it been able to realize its objectives? Has it been able to bring peace and prosperity to the citizens of Sindh province and an improved business climate to the businessmen of the province? We cast a glance on the state of affairs in Sindh post the 18th amendment and on some issues which have marred the overall devolution process.

Franchising – A Preferred Mode OF Business Expansion (Jan 2016)

FRANCHISING - A PREFERRED MODE OF BUSINESS EXPANSION

Published in: January 2016

The Pakistan franchise market is a delightful mix of local and foreign brands, specializing in diverse sectors ranging from food to fashion, and from retail to health services. Approximately 65-70 international franchises are successfully operating in Pakistan, with an almost equal number of local franchises to match them. In line with international trends, a large share of the franchise market in Pakistan is dominated by the food business.