Citi Pakistan Balance Sheet Surpasses $1 Billion As Bank Expands Financing And Digital Banking Services
Citi says its Pakistan balance sheet has exceeded $1 billion, supported by financing for the government, multinational companies, banks and trade while expanding digital and AI-driven financial services.
Pakistan Banks Continue Focusing On Government Borrowing As Private Sector Lending Slows
A new report says Pakistan’s banks remain heavily invested in government securities despite calls to expand lending to SMEs and the private sector, with private credit expected to remain under pressure.
NIC Karachi and UBL Launch National Innovation Hackathon 2026 to Drive FinTech Innovation
NIC Karachi and UBL partner to launch the UBL National Innovation Hackathon 2026 bringing 25 teams together to develop cutting-edge digital finance solutions.
BankIslami Seminar Focuses on Macroeconomic Reforms and Economic Outlook Beyond FY2027
Leading economists, central bankers, and policymakers gather at a BankIslami seminar in Karachi to discuss macroeconomic stability, structural reforms, and export growth.
Askari Bank Profit Surges Twenty Five Percent to Thirteen Point Three Five Billion Rupees in First Half
Askari Bank Limited records a twenty-five percent increase in net profit for 1HFY26, reaching 13.35 billion rupees on non-markup income growth and reduced tax expenses.
Pakistan Set to Benefit From ADB Backed Border Logistics Upgrade Facility
Asian Development Bank to approve border facility for Pakistan to enhance regional trade, logistics, and digital connectivity within CAREC.
Bank Alfalah Partners with Ahya Technologies to Advance Green Banking Transition
Bank Alfalah partners with Ahya Technologies to deploy AI-driven software and ESG advisory services, scaling sustainable finance and portfolio decarbonization in Pakistan.
UBL to Inject PKR 22 Billion Equity into Khushhali Microfinance Bank
United Bank Limited commits PKR 22 billion in equity financing to stabilize and recapitalize Khushhali Microfinance Bank, expanding microfinance access across Pakistan.
Meezan Bank Obtains Global PCI DSS v4.0.1 Certification for Digital Payment Infrastructure
Meezan Bank completes PCI DSS v4.0.1 certification with Risk Associates to strengthen cardholder data security and customer trust in digital banking.
LOLC Microfinance Bank Hosts Pakistan Microfinance Network Leaders to Shape Industry Future
LOLC Microfinance Bank Pakistan hosts Pakistan Microfinance Network leaders at its new head office to discuss strategic financial inclusion growth.