Pakistan’s External Account Shows Improvement with Strong Export and Remittance Growth
Pakistan’s external account deficit narrowed in July FY2026 compared to last year, supported by higher exports, rising remittances, and stronger IT inflows, despite an expanding trade deficit due to higher imports of petroleum and food products.
NIBAF Conducts Training on Gender Inclusive Workplaces at Karachi Campus
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a one-day training program on August 25, 2025, at its Karachi campus to promote gender inclusive workplaces. Led by trainer Sohail Muhammad Ali, the session focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies for financial sector officers.
NIBAF Concludes Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Islamabad
NIBAF Pakistan hosted the Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD-22) in Islamabad from August 18–22, 2025. The five-day training brought together commercial bank officers and academia to enhance expertise in Shariah-compliant finance.
NIBAF Concludes Islamic Banking Certificate Course (IBCC-71 – Module 3) at Lahore Campus
NIBAF Pakistan successfully completed Module 3 of the Islamic Banking Certificate Course (IBCC-71) at its Lahore campus, training 30 commercial bank officers under the guidance of Mufti Rafay Usmani, with a final assessment on August 23, 2025.
SBOTS-27 Officers Join Outdoor Learning Trip to Nathiagali and Mushkpuri Top
SBOTS-27 officers of the State Bank of Pakistan embarked on an outdoor learning trip to Nathiagali and Mushkpuri Top on August 23, 2025, combining leadership training, resilience, and team bonding in a natural setting.
NIBAF Concludes Islamic Banking Certificate Course to Strengthen Shariah Finance Expertise
NIBAF Pakistan successfully organized its Islamic Banking Certificate Course (IBCC-73 – Module 2) in Karachi, training SBP and commercial bank officers on Shariah-compliant practices to strengthen the Islamic finance sector.
KSE-100 Index Falls 380 Points as Profit-Taking and Global Market Uncertainty Hit PSX
The KSE-100 Index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped 380 points as profit-taking and global market uncertainty weighed on investor sentiment. The rupee, however, continued its upward streak against the US dollar.
State Bank of Pakistan Invites Fintechs to Apply for Regulatory Sandbox Under Vision 2028
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched its first Regulatory Sandbox under Vision 2028, inviting fintechs to test solutions for remittances, open banking, and merchant onboarding. Applications are open from August 25 to October 5, 2025.
Allied Bank ADR Hits Record Low as Advances Decline and Investments Surge in H1 2025
Allied Bank Limited reported a sharp decline in its Advances-to-Deposit Ratio to below 33% in H1 2025, with investments surging by Rs950 billion. While deposits grew 11%, profitability was pressured by rising costs and lower interest income.
Standard Chartered Pakistan Reports 23% Drop in H1 2025 Profit Amid Rising Costs and Sector Pressures
Standard Chartered Pakistan reported a 23% decline in profit for H1 2025, posting Rs 16.56 billion net earnings. The bank faced lower interest income and higher costs but declared a 35% interim dividend, highlighting resilience in a challenging banking environment.