NCCPL to Collect Capital Gains Tax on October 30 for September Transactions
The National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited will collect Capital Gains Tax on October 30 for September transactions, including PSX share disposals and mutual fund redemptions. Clearing members and AMCs have been instructed to ensure full compliance with NCCPL regulations.
Pakistan Eyes Eurobond Market Return in 2026 to Boost Global Investor Confidence
Pakistan plans to return to the Eurobond market in 2026 as part of a broader economic reform and investment strategy, following successful Eurobond repayment and improving credit outlook. The initiative aims to attract global investors and diversify funding sources.
Foreign Investors Repatriate $752 Million from Pakistan in Q1FY26 Amid Rising Corporate Earnings
Foreign investors repatriated $752 million in Q1FY26, marking an 86% year-on-year increase. The surge, led by higher FDI-linked profits, reflects strong earnings among foreign firms and improved foreign exchange stability, highlighting both business confidence and economic pressures.
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.
HBL Profit Rises 19% to Rs51 Billion in Nine Months, Dividend Payout Reaches 140%
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) reported a 19% surge in profit after tax to Rs51 billion for the nine months ended September 2025, driven by improved net interest margins and lower provisioning. The bank declared a 140% cumulative dividend, reflecting solid financial strength and shareholder confidence.
Debt Burden, Weak Productivity and Climate Risks Weigh Heavily on Pakistan’s Economic Outlook
The State Bank of Pakistan’s latest report highlights how debt, low savings, weak productivity, and climate shocks are undermining economic stability. With a fragile growth outlook, the central bank urges structural reforms, financial inclusion, and human capital development to sustain long-term economic resilience.
Government Raises Over Rs309 Billion in Ijarah Sukuk Auction, Exceeding Target
The Government of Pakistan raised over Rs309 billion in its latest Ijarah Sukuk auction, surpassing its Rs250 billion target, with strong demand across all tenors, particularly in fixed rental rate instruments.
Pakistan to Host International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025 to Drive Regional Integration and Innovation
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has announced the first International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025, focusing on regional integration and innovation in capital markets. The event will be held in Karachi on November 11-12, 2025, bringing together key financial institutions and stakeholders.
Askari Bank Crosses PKR 100 Billion in Sukuk Advisory as SECP Highlights Digitization Drive
Askari Bank has achieved a major milestone by advising and arranging Sukuks worth PKR 100 billion across multiple industries, with SECP reaffirming its support for Islamic finance and highlighting digitization as a driver of capital market modernization.
Askari Bank Arranges Pakistan’s First Unsecured Commercial Paper for PMIC Worth PKR 2.5 Billion
Askari Bank Limited has arranged Pakistan’s first-ever unsecured, privately placed Commercial Paper of PKR 2.5 billion for Pakistan Microfinance Investment Company Ltd (PMIC), marking a milestone in financial inclusion and women-led business financing.