Bank Islami Pakistan’s Profit Plunges 50% in 9MFY25 Amid Rising Costs and Lower Yields
Bank Islami Pakistan Limited (PSX: BIPL) reports a sharp 50% decline in profit after tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by compressed net profit margins, higher operating costs, and lower yields, despite strong securities gains and improved fee income.
NBP and NCCPL Partner to Strengthen Banking and Capital Markets Integration
NBP and NCCPL have signed an MoU to deepen collaboration between banking and capital markets in Pakistan. The partnership focuses on margin trading financing, custodian clearing membership, and liquidity enhancement to strengthen the country’s financial ecosystem and attract broader investor participation.
MCB Bank’s Profit Falls 15.5% in 9MFY25 Amid Lower Interest Income and Rising Costs
MCB Bank reported a 15.5% year-on-year decline in net profit for 9MFY25, driven by lower interest income and rising costs. While non-markup income and associate profits improved, increased expenses and credit loss provisions weighed on overall profitability.
NIBAF Strengthens Compliance Knowledge with Training on SBP Regulations for Commercial Remittances
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a focused training session on SBP Regulations for Commercial Remittances on October 21, 2025, in Karachi. Led by Mr. Ejaz Ahmed Qadri, the program enhanced participants’ understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance standards, and best practices for cross-border transactions.
Soneri Bank Profit Falls 31% to Rs3bn in 9MFY25 Despite Higher Total Income
Soneri Bank Limited reports a 31% decline in profit after tax to Rs3.30 billion in 9MFY25 despite a rise in total income. Higher operating costs and taxation impacted profitability, even as gains on securities and non-mark-up income provided some support.
Islamic Banking Professional Development Program Empowers Future of Financial Sector in Pakistan
NIBAF Pakistan launches the Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD – 28) to strengthen expertise in Islamic finance. The five-day program in Karachi brings together SBP and commercial bank officers for specialized training on Shariah-compliant banking principles and regulatory frameworks.
NIBAF Advances Digital Transformation with AI Leadership Code Training
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a two-day AI Leadership Code training on October 20–21, 2025, in Karachi. Led by Mr. Jibran Bashir, the program focused on AI strategy, governance, and leadership transformation, empowering officers from SBP, NIBAF, and commercial banks to lead digital change.
Usman Shahid Joins National Bank of Pakistan as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking
National Bank of Pakistan appoints Usman Shahid as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking, leveraging his 27 years of global experience to strengthen its corporate and investment banking portfolio.
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.
Askari Bank honored with ESG Excellence Award in Sustainable Finance at ESG Summit 2025
Askari Bank has won the ESG Excellence Award in the Sustainable Finance category at the ESG Summit 2025, recognizing its green banking initiatives, ESG disclosures, and early adoption of SBP ESRM Guidelines.