Pakistan Receives $1.3bn IMF Loan Under EFF and RSF, Markets React Positively
Pakistan secures $1.3 billion IMF financing under the EFF and RSF, boosting forex reserves, supporting economic stability, and lifting market sentiment at the PSX.
Reko Diq Poised to Inject $74 Billion into Pakistan’s Economy as CCP Calls for Gold Market Reform
Pakistan’s Reko Diq project could generate up to $74 billion over 37 years, with the CCP highlighting its potential to reshape the gold market and drive major reforms in transparency, regulation, and digital traceability.
SBP Governor Highlights Pakistan’s Macroeconomic Stability and Role of Capital Markets
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights the country’s progress in macroeconomic stability, reduced inflation, and strengthened fiscal buffers, emphasizing the importance of capital markets in sustainable growth.
Selling Pressure Hits PSX: KSE-100 Dips Over 800 Points in Early Trade
After days of strong gains, the Pakistan Stock Exchange faced renewed selling pressure as the KSE-100 Index dropped over 800 points in early trade, impacted by key sector declines and global market trends.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Launches Rs23 per Unit Power Tariff Plan for Industry and Agriculture
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a new electricity pricing plan offering reduced tariffs for industrial and agricultural users at Rs23 per unit under the Roshan Maeeshat Electricity Package, aiming to revive economic activity without subsidies while ensuring IMF compliance.
Habib Metropolitan Bank Records Rs17.76 Billion Profit in 9MFY25 Despite Cost Pressures and Tax Hike
Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited (PSX: HMB) posted a consolidated profit after tax of Rs17.76 billion for 9MFY25, marking a 9.7% decline year-on-year. Despite rising operating expenses and higher taxation, the bank sustained growth in non-mark-up income, driven by strong gains on securities and higher foreign exchange earnings.
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.
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.
PSX to Host International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025 in Karachi
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is set to host the International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025 in Karachi, bringing together financial regulators, investors, and fintech leaders to discuss market innovation, growth, and regional integration while showcasing the latest developments in Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.
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.