Bank of Punjab Wins Dual Honors at ESG Business Awards 2025 for Digital Inclusion and Diversity
The Bank of Punjab (BOP) has been recognized at the ESG Business Awards 2025, securing two major honors — the Digital Inclusion Award and the Inclusion & Diversity Award. The recognition highlights BOP’s continued efforts toward digital innovation, equitable access to finance, and its commitment to fostering an inclusive financial ecosystem across Pakistan.
Bank of Khyber Champions Governance and Innovation at ICAP Conference 2025
The Bank of Khyber (BoK) showcased its commitment to governance, innovation, and sustainable economic growth during the ICAP Conference 2025 in Peshawar. Led by Managing Director and CEO Hassan Raza, the bank highlighted how strategic leadership and robust governance frameworks are essential for building financial resilience and driving inclusive progress across Pakistan’s economy.
Mobilink Bank Wins Four AMC-9 Awards for Innovation and Financial Inclusion
Mobilink Bank has won four top honors at AMC-9 for its digital finance innovation, women’s empowerment initiatives, and leadership in microfinance, reinforcing its role in transforming Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.
Pakistan to Privatise 82% Stake in First Women Bank as UAE Firm Secures Majority Ownership
Pakistan is set to privatise its 82.64% stake in First Women Bank Limited through a G2G deal with a UAE-based firm, marking a significant step in the country’s privatisation programme aimed at revitalising state-owned institutions and attracting foreign investment.
Bank of Khyber Ranked Among Asia-Pacific’s Top Performing Banks in Q3 2025
Bank of Khyber has been ranked second among Asia-Pacific’s top performing banks in Q3 2025 by S&P Global Market Intelligence, highlighting its strong financial performance, strategic resilience, and leadership in Pakistan’s banking sector.
Interest rate cuts squeeze revenue and profits at Standard Chartered Pakistan
Standard Chartered Pakistan posts lower earnings for H1 2025 as rapid interest rate declines hit net interest income, despite growth in non-funded revenue streams.
BankIslami Wins Best Islamic Banking Brand at GIFA Awards 2025
BankIslami has been honored with the title of Best Islamic Banking Brand at the Global Islamic Finance Awards 2025, reflecting its mission of promoting Shariah-compliant finance and the efforts of its leadership and workforce.
Pakistan-based banks lead Asia-Pacific in Q3 total returns, outpacing regional peers
Pakistan’s banking sector outperformed all other Asia-Pacific markets in Q3 2025, with multiple Pakistani banks securing top spots for total shareholder returns, reflecting growing investor confidence and market resilience.
JS Bank Secures Top Position in SBP Agri Finance Ranking for FY25
JS Bank has claimed the top spot among mid-size banks in the State Bank of Pakistan’s Agri Finance Ranking for FY25, underscoring its strong commitment to advancing financial inclusion and empowering Pakistan’s farming community.
Askari Bank Crosses PKR 100 Billion in Sukuk Advisory as SECP Highlights Digitization Drive
Askari Bank has achieved a major milestone by advising and arranging Sukuks worth PKR 100 billion across multiple industries, with SECP reaffirming its support for Islamic finance and highlighting digitization as a driver of capital market modernization.