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1. Pakistan IT exports hit $1.25 billion in July-September as freelancers post a record month

   Pakistan's IT and telecom exports rose 17.7% to $1.246 billion in the first quarter of FY27, and freelancers earned a record $197 million in September alone.

2. Fed holds US rates at 3.75%-4% in a 10-2 split vote - what it means for gold, oil and Pakistan

   The US Fed kept rates unchanged on 28 October, but two members wanted a hike. Gold dipped, yields rose and oil stayed high. Here is what changed overnight.

3. Overseas Pakistanis sent $10.9 billion home in July-September - where it came from and how to send money safely

   Remittances rose 14% in the first quarter of FY27, with Saudi Arabia, the UAE and the UK leading. Here are the numbers and a simple checklist for sending money home through legal channels.

4. Pakistan bowled out for 110 as Sri Lanka win by eight wickets - both sides meet again in Saturday's tri-series final

   Dilshan Madushanka took a career-best 5-34 at the Gaddafi Stadium as Sri Lanka chased 111 in 18.1 overs. Pakistan had already qualified, and the two teams now meet in the final.

5. Gold price in Pakistan today, 28 October 2026 - 24K up Rs3,500 to Rs425,636 per tola before the Fed decision

   Gold opened unchanged at Rs422,136 per tola on Wednesday, then rose Rs3,500 to Rs425,636 as world prices climbed. Here are the rates and why tonight's US Fed decision matters for the next move.