SBP Bank Lending Survey Shows Loan Demand Index Rises to 85 in Q2-FY26 Amid Strong Credit Appetite
SBP’s Q2-FY26 Bank Lending Survey shows loan demand index rising to 85, with SME and agriculture leading growth, lower borrowing costs, and improved liquidity supporting credit expansion.
Meezan Bank Accelerates Branch Expansion to Boost Deposits and Digital Reach
Meezan Bank plans aggressive branch expansion to strengthen deposits and enhance digital banking, aiming for over 1,100 branches by end-2025. The strategy supports 20–30% annual deposit growth, backed by strong CASA ratios, trade finance, and remittance performance.