January 15, 2025 United Bank Limited (PSX: UBL) has announced the successful conversion of all its branches in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan to Islamic banking, aligning with Pakistan’s recent legislative shift toward a fully Shariah-compliant financial system. This move follows the passage of a law in December 2024 by the National Assembly mandating the […]
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is set to unveil its monetary policy on January 27, with a significant majority of analysts anticipating a rate cut. According to a survey conducted by Topline Securities, 61% of participants predict a 100bps reduction in the policy rate. Survey Results on Rate Expectations Topline’s poll revealed diverse expectations […]
Hong Kong, January 13, 2025 – Pakistan plans to issue yuan-denominated bonds, known as Panda bonds, aiming to raise $200–250 million from Chinese investors within the next six to nine months. The announcement was made by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb during the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong. This marks Pakistan’s […]
Karachi, January 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is expected to announce a 100 basis points (bps) cut in the monetary policy rate during its upcoming meeting, following five consecutive reductions in 2024. The anticipated adjustment would bring the policy rate down to 12%, as per a report by Arif Habib Limited. The […]
Karachi: Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL) has joined hands with Nestle Professional to enhance customer experience at its Wajaha Priority Banking Lounges by offering a premium selection of hot beverages. The collaboration introduces an array of choices, including Nescafé and traditional beverages like Nestea Cardamom, Karak, and Kashmiri Chai, aiming to create a relaxing […]
In a remarkable achievement for Pakistan’s banking sector, six Pakistani banks have secured spots among the top 15 best-performing bank stocks in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, according to a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence. The report, released on Tuesday, highlights that four Pakistan-based lenders, led by United Bank Limited (UBL), ranked among the top […]
KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing 14 awards at the prestigious Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) Awards 2025. This achievement underscores the Bank’s leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in Pakistan. The awards include 10 in the ‘Best Practice’ category and four in the ‘Progressive’ […]
Karachi, Pakistan — Shareholders of the National Bank of Pakistan (PSX: NBP) have approved a Scheme of Arrangement to demerge a specified portion of SME Bank’s lending portfolio, transferring it to NBP. According to a filing submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the plan has been structured under Sections 279-283 and 285(8) of the […]
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has emphasized that the revival of the Export and Import (EXIM) Bank is a top priority for the government, citing its critical role in fostering export-led economic growth. Briefing the Senate Standing Committee on Finance on Monday, the minister underscored the bank’s potential to enhance […]
KARACHI: Mashreq Pakistan has become the first bank in the country to launch pilot operations as a digital retail bank, following the issuance of a restricted license from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). As part of the leading MENA-based financial institution Mashreq, Mashreq Pakistan has achieved key milestones since incorporating operations in 2023. These […]