NIBAF Pakistan Concludes Three-Day Certification Program on Compliance and Operational Excellence for Banking Professionals
NIBAF Pakistan successfully completes a three-day certification program on compliance and operational management, bringing together professionals from commercial banks to strengthen industry standards and operational integrity.
Business Confidence Softens in Late 2025 but Remains Ahead of Last Year’s Levels
Gallup Pakistan’s latest Business Confidence Index shows sentiment dipping in Q4 2025 due to inflation and power shortages, though overall confidence still surpasses last year’s levels.
Pakistan’s Current Account Deficit Surges 255% in First Four Months of FY26 Amid Rising Imports
Pakistan’s current account deficit widens to $733 million in July–October FY26, driven by rising imports and declining exports, while remittances provide partial relief, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.
Pakistan’s Financial Business Sector Leads October FDI with Nearly $80 Million Inflows
Pakistan records strong foreign investment momentum in October 2025, with the financial business sector attracting the highest net FDI while key sectors show mixed inflows and divestments across the first four months of FY26.
SBP Implements New Restrictions on Cash Dollar Transactions as Pakistan Shifts Further Toward Cashless Currency Flows
The State Bank of Pakistan introduces major restrictions on cash dollar transactions, mandating account-to-account transfers for foreign currency deposits and tightening documentation requirements for individual buyers.
Pakistan Auto Show 2025 Opens with Bold Call for “Made-in-Pakistan” Vehicles to Compete Globally
Pakistan Auto Show 2025 begins with over 170 exhibitors as the Engineering Development Board calls for locally manufactured vehicles to expand into international markets, signaling a push toward strengthening the country’s automotive ecosystem.
HABIBMETRO wins Pakistan Supply Chain Innovation of the Year Award at Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2025
HABIBMETRO has received the Pakistan Supply Chain Innovation of the Year – Financial Services Award at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2025 in Singapore, recognizing its commitment to digital transformation and innovation within the country’s financial sector.
Ismail Industries goes live on FBR’s digital invoicing system through Haball’s Wasl platform
Ismail Industries Limited has successfully transitioned to the Federal Board of Revenue’s digital invoicing system using Haball’s Wasl platform, advancing corporate digital compliance and automation across Pakistan.
Neem expands into retail with DigiKhata partnership to accelerate SME payouts in Pakistan
Neem has partnered with DigiKhata to introduce instant and secure payout capabilities for SMEs in Pakistan, integrating its wallet and ledger infrastructure into DigiKhata’s platform while setting the stage for future embedded lending solutions.
SBP Mandates Account-to-Account Transfers for FCY Deposits to Strengthen Traceability and Cashless Banking
The State Bank of Pakistan introduces mandatory account-to-account transfers for foreign currency deposits, aiming to strengthen traceability, enhance AML controls, reduce cash handling, and promote a cashless financial ecosystem across Pakistan.