HBL Partners with Mastercard to Launch Business Debit Cards for Pakistan’s SMEs
HBL, in collaboration with Mastercard, has introduced Business Debit Cards tailored for SMEs, enabling secure, digital transactions while supporting Pakistan’s cashless economy and promoting financial inclusion for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
National Bank of Pakistan Reports Stellar Half-Year Profit Growth of Rs43 Billion
National Bank of Pakistan posted a remarkable half-year performance for FY25, with profit after tax surging to Rs43.08 billion, driven by robust net interest income and a strong rise in fees and commissions, reflecting operational resilience amid market challenges.
Faysal Bank Reports 23% Decline in Half-Year Profit as Expenses Rise
Faysal Bank Limited reported a 23% drop in profit after tax to Rs10.42 billion for the first half of 2025, as rising operating expenses and weaker returns weighed on earnings despite growth in fee and forex income.
Samba Bank Reports Rs186 Million Profit in H1 2025 Amid Steep Decline in Earnings
Samba Bank Limited (PSX: SBL) reported a profit after tax of Rs185.53 million for H1 2025, down 72 percent year-on-year. The results reflect a steep decline in net interest income, reduced foreign exchange earnings, and lower profitability, despite gains on securities and cost containment measures.
UBL Issues Advisory to Former Silkbank Customers Ahead of September Merger
United Bank Limited (UBL) has issued an advisory for former Silkbank account holders ahead of the merger becoming effective on September 1, 2025. Customers are informed about unchanged account numbers, new IBANs, replacement debit cards, continued credit card services, and the shift from Silkbank’s digital platforms to the UBL Digital App.
NIBAF Hosts Training on Goods Declaration and Monitoring to Strengthen Trade Finance Practices
NIBAF Pakistan held a two-day training program on August 26–27, 2025, at its Karachi campus focusing on goods declaration and monitoring in trade finance. Led by trainer Salim Iqbal Thobani, the program equipped officers from commercial banks with practical tools to strengthen compliance, efficiency, and operational effectiveness in handling trade documentation.
Bank AL Habib reports 9% decline in half-year earnings amid margin pressure
Bank AL Habib Limited (BAHL) posted a profit after tax of Rs19.79 billion for H1 2025, marking an 8.66% decline. Earnings fell on lower net interest income, while fee and forex income provided support.
Soneri Bank Earnings Slip 22% in H1 2025 Despite Income Growth
Soneri Bank reported a 22% drop in profit after tax to Rs 2.49 billion for H1 2025, despite 14% growth in income. Rising expenses, tax pressures, and weaker forex earnings weighed on results.
NIBAF Conducts Training on Gender Inclusive Workplaces at Karachi Campus
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a one-day training program on August 25, 2025, at its Karachi campus to promote gender inclusive workplaces. Led by trainer Sohail Muhammad Ali, the session focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies for financial sector officers.
NIBAF Concludes Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Islamabad
NIBAF Pakistan hosted the Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD-22) in Islamabad from August 18–22, 2025. The five-day training brought together commercial bank officers and academia to enhance expertise in Shariah-compliant finance.