Karachi, Pakistan – Faysal Bank Ltd. (FBL), a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, has entered into a strategic partnership with Alliance Network to transform digital payment acceptance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This collaboration aims to expand Pakistan’s digital payment infrastructure, enabling businesses to embrace cashless transactions and enhance their growth through innovative financial […]
Islamabad – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted a license to Tamkeen Securities (Pvt) Ltd, making it the country’s first fully digital, online-only securities broker. This milestone marks a significant step in modernizing Pakistan’s capital markets, enhancing accessibility, and democratizing investment opportunities for retail and institutional investors nationwide. According to an official […]
Karachi – Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has released a whitepaper emphasizing the benefits of digitizing SME payments, identifying over $121 billion worth of SME B2B transactions in Pakistan primed for digital transformation. Umar S. Khan, Country Manager for Pakistan & Afghanistan at Visa, highlighted the critical role of SMEs in the […]
KARACHI: Soneri Bank Limited has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, reflecting consistent growth despite economic challenges. The results were approved during the Bank’s 209th Board of Directors meeting held in Karachi and chaired by Amin A. Feerasta. The Bank reported a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs 12.638 billion […]
Islamabad: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) are jointly working on a significant initiative aimed at streamlining corporate banking operations through the Same-Day Account Opening plan. According to details, this initiative will enable companies to establish banking relationships swiftly, reducing delays in accessing essential financial services […]
KARACHI: MCB Bank Limited, one of Pakistan’s largest commercial banks, has reported a profit-after-tax (PAT) of Rs63.47 billion for 2024, reflecting a 3% decline compared to Rs65.27 billion recorded in 2023. In its consolidated statement released to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday, the bank reported earnings per share (EPS) of Rs53.35 for the […]
In Pakistan, the importance of successfully managing personal finances cannot be overemphasized. When faced with fluctuating economic conditions and inflation impacting purchasing power, it is crucial to have a good financial plan. This guide will introduce you to the basics of personal finance management including budgeting, saving, investing and dealing with debts. Understanding Your Income […]
Karachi, Pakistan — easypaisa Digital Bank, Pakistan’s leading digital banking platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Jubilee Life Insurance Company Ltd. to integrate a range of Takaful plans, including health and life insurance, directly within the easypaisa app. This collaboration aims to empower customers with convenient access to best-in-class Shariah-compliant protection, supporting a more […]
Islamabad: JazzCash has joined hands with FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST-NUCES) to introduce an elective course titled Fintech Ecosystems for students of the FAST School of Management. The 16-week course will be conducted by JazzCash’s future leadership team and aims to provide students with hands-on insights from fintech professionals. Designed to […]
Karachi, Pakistan – Allied Bank Limited (PSX: ABL) has reported a profit-after-tax (PAT) of Rs. 44.4 billion for the calendar year 2024, marking a 7 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase. The bank has declared a final dividend of Rs. 4 per share (40 percent), in addition to the interim dividend(s) already paid at Rs. 12 per […]