Pakistan Banking Sector Anticipates Slight Profit Drop in Fourth Quarter 2025
Pakistan’s banking sector is projected to post a marginal 1% decline in 4QCY25 profits due to lower investment returns, while strong balance sheets, healthy deposits, and fee-based income support overall stability.
Bank Alfalah Gets SBP, Afghan Central Bank Approval to Advance Sale of Afghanistan Business
Bank Alfalah Limited receives in-principle approvals from SBP and the Central Bank of Afghanistan, allowing Ghazanfar Bank to begin due diligence for the acquisition of its Afghanistan operations.
NIBAF Training Program Empowers Banks with Digital Agri-Lending Solutions
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a two-day training in Faisalabad focused on advancing agri-lending through technology and innovative financial solutions, attended by 17 commercial bank officers and industry experts.
Bank Alfalah Declares 75% Dividend Despite 39% Drop in Profit for 9MFY25
Bank Alfalah Limited reported a 39% drop in profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, but declared a 75% cumulative dividend payout. The results reflect margin compression, higher provisioning, and rising costs, yet highlight the bank’s resilience and commitment to rewarding shareholders amid economic challenges.
KSE-100 Index Slides for Fourth Straight Session as Market Sentiment Weakens
The Pakistan Stock Exchange continues its losing streak as the KSE-100 index extends its decline for a fourth consecutive session, driven by institutional selling, foreign outflows, and investor unease despite positive economic indicators.