SECP Reports Strong Surge in Business Confidence as Company Registrations Accelerate Across Pakistan
SECP data shows Pakistan registered 14,802 new companies in the first four months of FY26, reflecting rising business confidence, growing foreign participation, and strengthened investment activity under SIFC’s strategic guidance.
Pakistan’s Bank Deposit Rate Drops to 5% in October as Real Interest Dynamics Shift
Pakistan’s deposit rate fell to 5.10 percent in October 2025, while real interest rates moved into positive territory for the third month, reflecting moderating inflation and a restrictive monetary stance that continues to shape banking sector conditions.
Lootah Proposes Shareholding Revision at Bank Makramah Following Capital Restructuring Milestones
Bank Makramah Limited’s sponsor, Nasser Abdulla Hussain Lootah, has proposed recalculating his shareholding following a major capital restructuring, urging the bank to align allotted shares with the current market price to support overall shareholder interests.
Pakistan’s Large Scale Manufacturing Sees 4% Growth in Q1FY26
Pakistan’s Large Scale Manufacturing Industries grow 4.08% in Q1FY26, led by automobiles, cement, and food, while pharmaceuticals, furniture, and machinery sectors face declines, reflecting a mixed yet cautiously optimistic industrial outlook.
Bank Makramah Secures Islamabad High Court Approval for Restructuring Scheme
Bank Makramah receives Islamabad High Court approval for its restructuring scheme, enabling share capital adjustment, issuance of new shares to GHDL shareholders, and compliance with regulatory capital requirements.
Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Rates Reflect Cautious Market Sentiment on November 19, 2025
The National Bank of Pakistan’s Treasury & Capital Markets Group released its official Exchange Rates Bulletin for November 19, 2025, providing essential guidance for market participants navigating Pakistan’s foreign exchange environment.
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NIBAF Enhances Data-Driven Decision-Making with Power BI Training for SBP Officers
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a hands-on Microsoft Power BI training for SBP officers, focusing on advanced analytics, dynamic dashboards, and modern financial reporting to enhance data-driven decision-making.
Standard Chartered and IFC Expand $400 Million Facility to Strengthen Pakistan’s Export Financing Landscape
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BISP Launches Nationwide Digital Payment System with Social Protection Wallets
BISP has launched a large-scale digital payment system using Social Protection Wallets and free SIMs for one million beneficiaries, aiming to deliver assistance securely and transparently while promoting financial empowerment for women.
Pakistan Retires Rs149 Billion in Weekly Debt as Fiscal Consolidation Efforts Intensify
The government of Pakistan retired nearly Rs149 billion in a single week, bringing total net retirement for FY2026 to over Rs1.26 trillion, reflecting ongoing fiscal consolidation and reduced reliance on central and scheduled banks.