JS Bank Reports 52% Decline in 9MFY25 Profit to Rs6.09 Billion Amid Rising Costs and Lower Income
JS Bank Limited (PSX: JSBL) has reported a 52% year-on-year decline in profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, to Rs6.09 billion. The fall in earnings was driven by a contraction in net interest income and a sharp rise in operating expenses, despite gains from securities and higher fee-based revenues.
PSX Suffers 2,000-Point Drop as Profit-Taking and Weak Bank Earnings Weigh on Sentiment
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a turbulent session on Thursday, with the KSE-100 index plunging nearly 2,000 points due to widespread profit-taking ahead of the futures rollover week and lackluster bank earnings that dampened investor confidence.
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.
Bank Alfalah Declares 75% Dividend Despite 39% Drop in Profit for 9MFY25
Bank Alfalah Limited reported a 39% drop in profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, but declared a 75% cumulative dividend payout. The results reflect margin compression, higher provisioning, and rising costs, yet highlight the bank’s resilience and commitment to rewarding shareholders amid economic challenges.
MCB Bank’s Profit Falls 15.5% in 9MFY25 Amid Lower Interest Income and Rising Costs
MCB Bank reported a 15.5% year-on-year decline in net profit for 9MFY25, driven by lower interest income and rising costs. While non-markup income and associate profits improved, increased expenses and credit loss provisions weighed on overall profitability.
Soneri Bank Profit Falls 31% to Rs3bn in 9MFY25 Despite Higher Total Income
Soneri Bank Limited reports a 31% decline in profit after tax to Rs3.30 billion in 9MFY25 despite a rise in total income. Higher operating costs and taxation impacted profitability, even as gains on securities and non-mark-up income provided some support.
Samba Bank Reports 38% Decline in Nine-Month Profit as Interest Earnings Fall
Samba Bank Limited reported a 38% decline in profit after tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by lower interest earnings despite growth in non-markup income and reduced credit loss provisions.
UBL Reports 89% Profit Surge to Rs35.36 Billion in Q3 2025 on Strong Interest Income
United Bank Limited posted an 89% year-on-year profit growth to Rs35.36 billion in Q3 2025, driven by strong interest income and improved spreads, as the bank announced an interim cash dividend of Rs8 per share.
Systems Limited Reports 60% Surge in Q2 Profit on Strong Tech Exports
Systems Limited reported a 60 percent jump in second-quarter profits driven by rising technology exports, stronger margins, and steady revenue growth across telecom and BFSI segments, reinforcing its position as a leading player in Pakistan’s IT export sector.