

MCB Bank Earns Rs. 27.31 Billion Profit in H1 2025, Declares 180% Dividend
MCB Bank posts Rs. 27.31 billion profit for H1 2025 with strong remittance inflows, stable asset quality, and focus on digital banking. Announces total 180% cash dividend for shareholders.

NIBAF Concludes 21st Islamic Banking Professional Program to Strengthen Shariah Finance Expertise
NIBAF successfully hosted its 21st Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Karachi, training officers from commercial banks and SBP in the evolving frameworks and practices of Shariah-compliant banking.

Ahmed Naazer Minhaj Appointed President and CEO of ASA Microfinance Bank Pakistan
ASA Microfinance Bank Pakistan welcomes Ahmed Naazer Minhaj as its new President and CEO, marking a strategic step forward in advancing financial inclusion and sustainable microfinance solutions across the country.

World Bank Launches Young Economists Immersion Program to Engage Emerging Policy Talent in Pakistan
World Bank Pakistan invites aspiring economists to compete for a paid two-month opportunity with its Economic Policy Team, offering hands-on experience in developing the Pakistan Development Update report.

Behtari and Al Meezan Partner to Bring Shariah-Compliant Investments to Pakistani Smartphone Users
Behtari partners with Al Meezan Investment Management to offer easy access to Shariah-compliant mutual funds via its app, making ethical investing seamless for Pakistanis nationwide.

HBL Partners with NCCPL to Pioneer Bank Integration in Pakistan’s Capital Markets
HBL becomes the first bank in Pakistan to collaborate with NCCPL, setting a new benchmark for commercial bank involvement in the capital markets through digital finance, Margin Trading, and CGT services.

Pakistan Achieves 9-Year Low Fiscal Deficit in FY25 Amid Strong Revenue Growth
Pakistan posts a nine-year low fiscal deficit of 5.38% in FY25, driven by a 36% rise in revenue and robust tax performance. The country also records its highest primary surplus in over two decades.

PSX Shatters Records as KSE-100 Index Crosses 143,000 Points on Strong Investor Confidence
The Pakistan Stock Exchange hits a historic milestone as the KSE-100 Index surpasses 143,000 points amid strong investor confidence, sector-wide gains, and favorable global market cues.

State Bank of Pakistan’s Expanding Role in Regulating Emerging Financial Technologies
The State Bank of Pakistan is taking on a dual role as a financial and tech regulator in the absence of modern data protection laws. With the launch of its Regulatory Sandbox, SBP is filling legislative gaps while urging policymakers to enact future-ready digital governance laws.

Dawood Equities Receives SECP License as Consultant to the Issue Under Public Offering Regulations
Dawood Equities Limited has secured a Consultant to the Issue license from SECP under the Public Offering Regulations 2017, enabling it to advise on IPOs and public offerings in Pakistan’s capital markets.