NBP exchange rates today: US dollar opens at Rs279.80 in Pakistan forex market
National Bank of Pakistan releases latest forex benchmark rates for March 5, 2026, with US dollar at Rs279.80 selling and Rs279.30 buying along with updated currency conversion values.
SBP fines Standard Chartered Pakistan Rs13.99 million as bank posts resilient 2025 performance
Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan receives Rs13.99 million penalty from SBP for 2025 regulatory breaches, down from Rs71 million in 2024, while reporting Rs58.5 billion profit before tax and growth in net advances.
State Bank of Pakistan Clarifies No Ban on Fresh Currency Notes for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026
State Bank of Pakistan rejects viral notice claiming fresh currency notes will not be issued for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 and urges the public to rely only on official press releases for verification.
Allied Bank Deploys AI-Powered Humanoid Robot Pepper to Enhance Customer Experience
Allied Bank introduces Pepper, Pakistan’s first AI humanoid robot in banking, to improve in-branch service, guide customers, and modernize digital lounges with intelligent, interactive assistance.
Najd Gateway Holding Moves to Acquire Majority Stake in Samba Bank
Najd Gateway Holding Company announces acquisition of 84.51% of Samba Bank shares, updating capital details in public offer addendum while other terms remain unchanged.
DIB Pakistan Partners with Walee Financial Services to Digitize Shariah Process for Personal Finance
DIB Pakistan signs MoU with Hakeem Easy Finance by Walee Financial Services to digitize Shariah processes in personal finance, enabling structured workflows, real-time monitoring, and scalable compliance.
Al Baraka Bank and Riphah University Launch NexGen PayPak Co-Branded Debit Card for Students
Al Baraka Bank Pakistan and Riphah International University introduce the NexGen PayPak co-branded debit card to promote digital banking, financial literacy and Shariah-compliant payments for students.
ACE Money Transfer Partners with Askari Bank to Expand Digital Remittance Channels in Pakistan
ACE Money Transfer and Askari Bank form a strategic partnership to enhance digital and formal remittance services in Pakistan, improving access for overseas Pakistanis.
PAC Directs National Bank of Pakistan to File Recovery Suit Over Rs27.85 Million Outstanding Dues
Public Accounts Committee orders National Bank of Pakistan to initiate legal proceedings to recover Rs27.85 million pending from an executive vice president and submit compliance report within 15 days.
Bank Makramah Reports Massive Turnaround with Rs8.83bn Profit in 2025 Driven by Non-Interest Income and Credit Reversals
Bank Makramah posts a net profit of Rs8.83bn for 2025, reversing a Rs5.21bn loss in 2024, fueled by strong non-mark-up income, reduced interest expenses, and a significant net reversal in credit loss allowance.