Pakistan to Issue First-Ever Panda Bonds to Raise $200-250 Million in Chinese Markets
Pakistan is preparing to launch its inaugural yuan-denominated Panda Bonds, targeting $200–250 million in funding from Chinese investors over the…
CCP Approves TPL Corp and ABHI’s Acquisition of 94.8% Stake in FINCA Microfinance Bank
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval for the acquisition of a 94.8% stake in FINCA Microfinance Bank…
SMEDA, SBP, and PBA Launch Simplified Loan Application Form for SMEs
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA), the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), and the Pakistan Banks Association (PBA)…
Pakistan Launches National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2024-28 to Drive Inclusive Growth
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced the third edition of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) for 2024-28,…
ADB Successfully Sells $5 Billion 3-Year Global Benchmark Bond
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has successfully priced a $5 billion 3-year global benchmark bond, marking a significant milestone in…
ADB and SECP Launch Training to Boost Gender Diversity in Non-Banking Microfinance Sector
In a significant effort to promote gender diversity within Pakistan’s financial ecosystem, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Securities…
Pakistani Banks Lead APAC with Strongest Stock Performance in 2024
Pakistani banks demonstrated exceptional performance in 2024, leading the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with some of the best-performing stocks, according to…
SBP Unveils Forex Rates in PKR for January 8, 2025
On January 8, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the official foreign exchange rates for customers, providing critical…
SAMA Grants License to SEULAH ALAWLA for Consumer Microfinance Solutions
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has officially granted a license to SEULAH ALAWLA, a company that will now provide consumer…
SBP Plans Rs5.25tr Fundraising through Treasury Bills & Investment Bonds in Q1 2025
The government of Pakistan, through the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), is targeting to raise a total of Rs5.25 trillion…