Allied Bank ADR Hits Record Low as Advances Decline and Investments Surge in H1 2025
Allied Bank Limited reported a sharp decline in its Advances-to-Deposit Ratio to below 33% in H1 2025, with investments surging by Rs950 billion. While deposits grew 11%, profitability was pressured by rising costs and lower interest income.
Allied Bank Reports 25% Profit Decline in First Half of 2025 Amid Rate Cuts and Rising Costs
Allied Bank Limited posted a 25% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, as interest margins narrowed due to SBP’s monetary easing and costs continued to rise. Despite the dip, the Bank announced a Rs4 per share interim dividend, highlighting its focus on shareholder returns and income diversification.