PACRA Signs MoU With China’s Lianhe Global To Expand Sustainable Finance Cooperation
Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China’s Lianhe Ratings Global to explore sustainable finance ratings, green instruments, research and potential Panda Bond rating services.
Pakistan’s Broad Money Contracts Rs2.63 Trillion In Early FY2027 Amid Seasonal Monetary Trends
Pakistan’s broad money supply contracted by Rs2.63 trillion between July 1 and August 14 of FY2027, while government and private sector credit recorded seasonal retirements and the stock market remained under pressure in July.
PSX Appoints Aadil Naeem Khan as Independent Director to Fill Board Vacancy
Pakistan Stock Exchange has appointed Aadil Naeem Khan as an independent director following SECP approval, filling the board seat vacated after Dr Shamshad Akhtar’s demise.
State Bank Of Pakistan To Remain Closed On August 26 For Eid Milad-un-Nabi
State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, on the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi, following the federal government’s public holiday announcement.
SBP Injects Rs2.85 Trillion Into Market Through Conventional and Shariah OMO
State Bank of Pakistan injects Rs2.85 trillion into the banking system through reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Modarabah-based open market operations.
SECP Launches Corporate Debt Market Desk to Facilitate Debt Financing
SECP has established a dedicated Corporate Debt Market Desk to simplify debt issuance, support issuers and expand long-term financing options for businesses.
NIBAF Pakistan Launches Certification In Treasury Management Batch 6
NIBAF Pakistan launches Batch 6 of its Certification in Treasury Management in collaboration with CFA Society Pakistan and supported by the Financial Market Association.
Sukuk Liquidity Nears Pre War Levels Despite Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
Fitch Ratings says liquidity across most rated sukuk has improved significantly, with more than 75% scoring above 50 as of August 4, although levels remain below January readings.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Explores Increasing Stake in National Clearing Company
Pakistan Stock Exchange has begun preliminary discussions with existing shareholders of the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited to explore acquiring additional shares following regulatory changes by the Securities
Pakistan Private Sector Credit Surges 14.8 Percent To Rs11.38 Trillion In FY26
Pakistan’s private sector credit increased by Rs1.46 trillion in FY26, reaching Rs11.38 trillion, driven by strong borrowing from manufacturing, trade, and agriculture sectors.