Pakistan’s Push Toward Inclusive Banking: Progress and Persistent Gaps in Women’s Financial Empowerment
Pakistan’s banking sector shows progress in women’s inclusion, with 17 million new female accounts and a 9% reduction in the gender gap. Yet, persistent inequalities reveal the need for deeper, data-driven strategies to achieve true financial empowerment.
BankIslami Appoints Saira Gabol as Head of Human Resources, Strengthening Leadership for Future Growth
BankIslami Pakistan appoints Saira Gabol as Head of Human Resources, leveraging her international HR expertise to strengthen leadership development, organizational culture, and people strategy within the bank.
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.
Bank Alfalah and Syngenta Pakistan launch Franchisee Finance Facility to boost agri-sector and financial inclusion
Bank Alfalah partners with Syngenta Pakistan to introduce a Franchisee Finance Facility aimed at empowering the agri-sector, strengthening financial inclusion, and supporting business growth across Pakistan.
Bank Alfalah partners with DMUG to support acquisition of Ranipur Sugar Mills, boosting Pakistan’s sugar and agriculture sector
Bank Alfalah partners with United Deoomal Group to facilitate the acquisition of Ranipur Sugar Mills, reaffirming its commitment to support Pakistan’s sugar and agriculture sectors through long-term financing.
BOP joins hands with Al Jazira Exchange UAE to enhance global remittance network for overseas Pakistanis
The Bank of Punjab strengthens its international remittance network through a new partnership with Al Jazira Exchange UAE, ensuring faster and more secure money transfers for overseas Pakistanis.
Pakistan Moves Closer to Privatisation of First Women Bank with Reference Price Recommendation
Pakistan moves forward with the privatisation of First Women Bank as the Privatisation Commission Board recommends a reference price to the Cabinet Committee, paving the way for a potential G2G deal with the UAE and signaling renewed investor confidence.