Pakistan’s Central Government Debt Rises to Rs77 Trillion in August Despite Monthly Decline
Pakistan’s central government debt reached Rs77.46 trillion in August 2025, marking a 10% annual increase driven by heavy domestic and external borrowing to cover the fiscal deficit, despite showing a slight month-on-month decline.
Rehmat Ali Hasnie Highlights Power of Financial Ecosystems in Driving Pakistan’s Economic Transformation
At the Pakistan Business Summit in Peshawar, NBP President & CEO Rehmat Ali Hasnie underscored the vital role of financial ecosystems, renewable financing, and investor confidence in accelerating Pakistan’s national growth and sustainable development.
Revenue Challenges in Pakistan Highlight Capacity Gaps Beyond NFC Allocations
Pakistan’s growing debt and revenue challenges are rooted in limited provincial tax generation, public sector inefficiencies, and underutilized resources, rather than the current NFC award formula.
PBA Leads Pakistan’s Banking Sector with Focus on Inclusion and Strategic Reforms
Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA), under the leadership of Muneer Kamal, reinforces its mission to build an inclusive banking ecosystem by driving policy reforms and strategic collaborations across the financial sector.
Pakistan Sees Record $38.3 Billion in Remittances for FY25, Marking 27% Surge Amid Economic Strains
Pakistan recorded an unprecedented $38.3 billion in remittances during FY25, rising 27% from the previous year, underscoring the crucial support of overseas Pakistanis in stabilizing the economy amid ongoing challenges.
Bank Makramah Advances Recapitalization with PKR 50 Billion Boost from Sponsor Support and Asset Strategy
Bank Makramah Limited ramps up recapitalization through PKR 15 billion sponsor injections, PKR 12 billion asset sale, and major loan recoveries, strengthening its position in Pakistan’s banking landscape.
FPCCI and SECP Collaborate to Drive Corporatization and Boost Economic Growth in Pakistan
The FPCCI and SECP held a joint seminar in Lahore to promote corporatization, streamline regulatory compliance, and strengthen Pakistan’s business environment, with an emphasis on financial inclusion and corporate governance.
Pakistan’s Stock Market Surges Over 800 Points on Eve of Federal Budget Announcement
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a significant rally as the KSE-100 index climbed over 800 points. The surge is attributed to investor optimism surrounding the federal budget for fiscal year 2025-26, which is expected to outline key economic policies and potential benefits for various sectors.