Bank of Punjab Opens Applications for 2025 Tech Management Trainee Program
The Bank of Punjab invites applications for its 2025 Management Trainee Technology Program, offering fresh IT graduates a platform to build careers in digital banking, AI, cybersecurity, and more.
AJK Bank Embarks on Major Digital Transformation with International Tech Partnership
Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir joins hands with global tech leaders to implement cutting-edge core banking and digital solutions, accelerating its journey toward a fully digital banking ecosystem.
PBA Leads Pakistan’s Banking Sector with Focus on Inclusion and Strategic Reforms
Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA), under the leadership of Muneer Kamal, reinforces its mission to build an inclusive banking ecosystem by driving policy reforms and strategic collaborations across the financial sector.
Finance Minister lauds SBP and banks for record SME and agriculture lending growth in FY25
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has praised the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks for achieving robust growth in SME and agriculture financing during FY25, highlighting their critical role in driving inclusive economic growth.
SECP unveils Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028 to advance gender equality in Pakistan’s regulated sectors
The SECP has released its Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028, Pakistan’s first structured framework to embed gender equality across capital markets, insurance, non-banking finance, and corporate sectors, inviting feedback from stakeholders nationwide.
Faysal Bank launches Shariah-compliant car insurance with discounted rates for Noor Credit Card holders
Faysal Bank partners with Jubilee General Takaful to roll out Jubilee Takaful Secure Drive, a Shariah-compliant car insurance plan offering reduced rates for Noor Credit Card holders, with flexible monthly payments and comprehensive coverage.
Systems Limited charts robust growth despite margin pressures, eyes new global and local horizons
Systems Limited continues to build on its local and global footprint with rising revenues and strategic diversification, despite recent pressures on margins. The company remains a key player in Pakistan’s digital transformation and software export ecosystem.
ADB urges Pakistan to introduce 5 percent GST on digital transactions to boost e-commerce and document economy
The Asian Development Bank has recommended Pakistan adopt a uniform 5 percent GST on digital transactions, alongside broader reforms, to strengthen its digital economy, attract investment, and close gaps in e-commerce and documentation.
Pakistan’s banking sector ADR drops to 38 percent as cautious lending continues
Pakistan’s banking sector advance-to-deposit ratio fell to 38 percent in June 2025, reflecting continued cautious lending to private businesses, even as deposits grew and banks remained heavily invested in government debt instruments.
Faysal Bank partners with Smart1-Tech to bolster digital payments for Pakistan’s MSMEs
Faysal Bank teams up with fintech Smart1-Tech to expand secure digital payment solutions for Pakistan’s MSMEs, advancing financial inclusion and strengthening the country’s cashless payment infrastructure.