SBP Projects Pakistan’s GDP Growth at 3.25–4.25% for FY2026 as Stability Returns
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad projects GDP growth of 3.25–4.25% in FY2026, citing stable reserves, falling inflation, and stronger remittances, while textile exporters demand urgent policy support.
Bank of Khyber Delivers Record Half-Yearly Results in 2025 with Doubling of Profits
Bank of Khyber posts record half-yearly results for 2025, doubling profits and announcing a 15% interim dividend, driven by strong governance, customer trust, and strategic focus.
Pakistan Banking Perspective 2025: Resilience, Transformation, and the Road Ahead
KPMG’s Pakistan Banking Perspective 2025 report highlights sector resilience, digital banking expansion, and the transition toward a fully Islamic banking system by 2028 amid global and domestic challenges.
FBR Launches Phone Call Campaign to Guide Taxpayers on Filing Returns
FBR has launched a taxpayer awareness campaign through official phone calls, guiding citizens on filing income tax returns and introducing its new online portal.
Deutsche Bank Appoints Syed Ali Haider Zaidi as New Chief Country Officer for Pakistan
Deutsche Bank has appointed Syed Ali Haider Zaidi as its new Chief Country Officer in Pakistan, succeeding Kamran Zaidi, to lead operations, strengthen stakeholder ties, and align with regional strategy.
Pakistan’s Crypto Turning Point: From Skepticism to Strategic Embrace
Pakistan has shifted from banning cryptocurrency in 2018 to embracing digital assets in 2025, with new mining plans, regulatory bodies, and frameworks shaping its role in the global financial system.
Pakistan’s Finance Ministry Retires PKR 1.1 Trillion in SBP Debt, Reducing Fiscal Risks
The Ministry of Finance has retired over PKR 1.1 trillion in debt owed to the State Bank of Pakistan, cutting SBP-held debt by nearly 30% and easing refinancing risks tied to future maturities.
SECP and ADB Promote We-Finance Code to Advance Women’s Financial Inclusion
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, in partnership with the Asian Development Bank, held an awareness session in Karachi on the We-Finance Code, a framework designed to institutionalize gender-sensitive financial services and empower women in Pakistan’s economy.
SECP Mandates Phased Adoption of Shariah-Compliant Trading for Licensed Entities
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has directed institutional investors and licensed entities to gradually adopt Shariah-compliant brokerage services, with a phased plan beginning in 2025 to align financial markets with Islamic principles.
SBP Sets Special Cash Reserve Account Remuneration Rate at 3.27% for September 2025
The State Bank of Pakistan has fixed the Special Cash Reserve Account remuneration rate at 3.27% for September 2025, applicable to deposits raised under FE-Circular 25 of 1998.