Future of Finance Summit 2026 to Bring Financial Leaders Together in Karachi
The Future of Finance Summit 2026 Karachi Edition will bring regulators, policymakers, financial experts and digital leaders together to discuss financial transformation, innovation and sustainable value creation.
SECP Registers Record 5,438 New Companies in July as Incorporations Hit All Time High
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan registered a record 5,438 new companies in July 2026, with information technology leading sector registrations and Punjab accounting for the largest regional share.
MCB Bank Reports Rs28.10 Billion H1 Profit, Declares Rs9 Per Share Dividend
MCB Bank reported consolidated profit after taxation of Rs28.10 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, down 4.4% year on year, while total income increased 5.5% and the bank declared an interim cash dividend of Rs9 per share.
FPCCI and Iran Chamber Sign MoU to Expand Bilateral Trade and Economic Cooperation
Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen trade, investment, industrial cooperation and cross-border business between Pakistan and Iran.
Finance Ministry Clarifies Ad Hoc Relief Allowances After BPS 2026 Revision
Pakistan’s Finance Division has clarified the treatment of Ad Hoc Relief Allowances following the Basic Pay Scales 2026 revision, confirming that existing allowances will remain frozen while newly recruited federal employees will receive specified allowances on a notional basis.
NIBAF Pakistan Announces One Day Excel Training Workshop for Professionals
NIBAF Pakistan is set to conduct a one day online training workshop on Excel Tips and Tricks for Professionals on August 13, 2026, featuring technology trainer Irfan Bakaly as the facilitator.
SBP Promotes Vertical Housing to Support Prime Minister’s Affordable Housing Programme
State Bank of Pakistan Rawalpindi held a consultative session with banks, housing societies and other stakeholders to address implementation challenges under the Prime Minister’s affordable housing programme and promote vertical development as a sustainable housing solution.
Government Raises Rs170.98 Billion Through Hybrid Sukuk Auction Against Rs125 Billion Target
The Government of Pakistan raised Rs170.976 billion through its latest Hybrid Sukuk auction conducted via the Pakistan Stock Exchange, exceeding the combined pre-auction target of Rs125 billion amid strong demand for both fixed-rate and variable rental rate instruments.
Faysal Bank Reports Rs10.35 Billion H1 Profit, Declares Rs1.50 Per Share Dividend
Faysal Bank reported consolidated profit after taxation of Rs10.35 billion for the half year ended June 30, 2026, broadly stable year on year, while total income increased 7.8% and the bank declared an interim cash dividend of Rs1.50 per share.
Meezan Bank H1 Profit Rises 3% to Rs48.64 Billion, Declares Rs8 Per Share Dividend
Meezan Bank reported a 3.18% increase in consolidated profit after taxation to Rs48.64 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, while the bank announced an interim cash dividend of Rs8 per share.