Chainstore Association of Pakistan

CAP - Official trade body representing the Organized Retail Sector of #Pakistan. Uplifting the nation through collaboration of private & public stakeholders.

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CAP delegation, led by Patron-in-Chief Rana Tariq Mehboob and Secretary General Malik Asim Dogar, held important meetings at the PM's House, with Mr. Shabbir Ahmed Usmani, Coordinator to PM for Kashmir, GB and SAFRON, and Brig. (R) Muzaffar Ali Ranjha, Chairman PMIC

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When cities grow without coordination, businesses suffer, customer access is disrupted, and jobs come under pressure.
But with thoughtful planning, development can improve mobility, support local businesses.
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Do you know? Pakistan's wholesale & retail sector contributes 17.8% to the country's GDP (FY2026).

Beyond commerce, retail drives investment, digital transformation, job creation, and tax revenue—making it a powerful engine of economic growth.

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Why do Pakistani brands struggle to achieve global recognition despite having quality products, talented entrepreneurs, and a strong manufacturing base?
In this insightful conversation by CAP Chairman Asfandyar Farrukh
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What happens when retail businesses are forced to close early?
CAP Chairman Asfandyar Farrukh discusses how early retail closure policies affect Retail Sector.
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How Pakistan's Organized Retail Sector is Helping Build a Stronger Economy!
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When retail suffers, the entire economy feels the impact

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Here's a question worth asking...
What happens when the retail sector is burdened with higher taxes, early market closures, and excessive regulations?
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If retail markets in the USA, UK, Türkiye, UAE, and China can successfully operate until 10 PM or 11 PM.

Why should Pakistan close at 9 PM?

A 10 PM closing time supports businesses, employees, and customers while keeping Pakistan aligned with global retail practices.

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CAP Patron-in-Chief Rana Tariq Mehboob shares his perspective on the challenges facing retailers and outlines practical recommendations for stronger collaboration between the government and the business community.

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Early Market Closure Challenges: CAP Patron-in-Chief Rana Tariq Mehboob Calls for Practical Reforms
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Patron-in-Chief of the Chainstore Association of Pakistan (CAP), Rana Tariq Mehboob, highlights the serious economic consequences of early market closures.
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Do You Know?
Pakistan is the only major regional economy forcing organized retail to close at 9:00 PM.
While neighboring and competing economies keep their retail sectors open until 10 PM, 11 PM, and even 1 AM.

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10th Muharram — A day that reminds us that truth, faith, and sacrifice are stronger than oppression. May the lessons of Karbala inspire courage, patience, and righteousness in our lives.

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CAP’s press release receives nationwide media coverage, highlighting serious concerns over proposed expansion of the Third Schedule of the Sales Tax Act, 1990.
The association warns that the measure could lead to higher consumer prices and further inflationary pressure on people

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Patron-in-Chief of CAP, Rana Tariq Mehboob, has raised serious concerns over the growing trend of early market shutdowns, warning that it is severely affecting traders and the overall business environment.
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Chairman of the Chainstore Association of Pakistan, Asfandyar Farrukh, Discusses the Impact of Budget 2026-27 on Inflation and Commodity Prices

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Chairman CAP Asfandyar Farrukh shares key insights on the growth, opportunities & challenges shaping Pakistan’s e-commerce sector during the Samaa News Budget Transmission
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