Pakistan Stock Exchange Capitalization Highlights Severe Capital Concentration as Banking Sector Dominates
Analysis of the Pakistan Stock Exchange reveals that five major banks command over forty-three percent of the top ten corporate market capitalization, highlighting deeper structural challenges in private credit distribution.
State Bank of Pakistan July Bank Holiday Impacts Public Dealing Across Commercial Banking Networks
The State Bank of Pakistan announced that all banks, DFIs, and MFBs will remain closed for public dealing on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, for the annual bank holiday.
Pakistan Central Bank Foreign Exchange Reserves Increase to 17.19 Billion Dollars
State Bank of Pakistan reports a 43.4 million dollar week-on-week increase in foreign liquid reserves, while commercial bank holdings experience a minor drop.
Pakistan Bank Deposits Smash Records to Touch Historic Thirty Seven Point Eighty Eight Trillion Rupee Mark
State Bank of Pakistan reports national bank deposits surged to an all time high in April driven by a benchmark policy rate hike and cautious investment patterns.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts Module 3 of Islamic Banking Certificate Course to Advance Shariah-Compliant Finance Expertise
NIBAF Pakistan conducted Module 3 of IBCC-76 at its Karachi Campus, bringing together officers from commercial banks and SBP to deepen practical knowledge of Shariah-compliant banking operations and governance frameworks.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts Five-Day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program to Enhance Shariah Expertise
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a comprehensive five-day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program at Lahore campus, strengthening Shariah-compliant banking knowledge and practical competencies for banking professionals.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts DEI Training to Foster Inclusive Leadership and Collaborative Workplaces
NIBAF Pakistan conducts a two-day Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training for banking professionals to promote inclusive leadership, equitable practices, and collaboration for innovation.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts 9th International Trade and TBML Training for Commercial Banks
NIBAF Pakistan conducted its 9th three-day training on International Trade and Trade-Based Money Laundering, focusing on regulatory expectations, TBML risks, and compliance practices for commercial banks.
SBP Directs Banks to Remain Open on January 31 for Government Tax Payments
The State Bank of Pakistan has instructed all commercial banks to remain open on January 31 to support government tax and duty collection, ensuring uninterrupted OTC and digital payment services nationwide.
NIBAF Pakistan Islamic Banking Training Program Enhances Shariah Knowledge and Skills
NIBAF Pakistan organized a 5-day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD-37) from January 19–23, 2026, equipping banking professionals with practical insights into Shariah-compliant banking operations, products, and governance.