State Bank of Pakistan Deregulates Minimum Deposit Rate for Premium Corporate and Individual Accounts
The State Bank of Pakistan has removed the minimum deposit rate requirement on large individual accounts, trusts, and private limited companies, paving the way for commercial banks to save billions in deposit costs.
HBL Achieves Over 20 Percent Growth in RMB Trade Volume via Expanded Regional Network
Habib Bank Limited records significant growth in RMB trade volume, driven by its specialized China desks across South Asia and the Gulf.
Habib Bank Limited Appointed to Chair Shanghai Cooperation Organization Interbank Consortium Council For Upcoming Annual Term
Leading Pakistani financial institution HBL secures the prestigious chair of the SCO Interbank Consortium as the state prepares for broader regional leadership roles.
Habib Bank Limited Marks Fifth Anniversary of Beijing Branch Strengthening China Pakistan Financial Corridor
Habib Bank Limited celebrates five years of its Beijing branch operations cementing its position as the premier Pakistani banking institution offering comprehensive currency intermediation in China.
HBL First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Show Resilience Amid Margin Pressures and Digital Shift
Habib Bank Limited reports Rs16.15bn profit for Q1 2026 as core lending growth faces rising funding costs and shifts in non-markup income streams.
HBL Reappoints Muhammad Nassir Salim as President and CEO for Two-Year Term
Habib Bank Limited reappoints Muhammad Nassir Salim as President and CEO for another two years from April 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, reinforcing leadership continuity.
Habib Bank Limited Reports 15.5% Profit Growth for 2025 Amid Strong Deposit Gains and Improved Asset Quality
Habib Bank Limited posted a profit after tax of Rs66.76 billion for 2025, up 15.5% year-on-year, driven by net interest income growth, lower credit loss provisions, and record deposit levels reaching Rs5.5 trillion.
HBL Targets Stronger Deposit Growth, Digital Expansion, and Improved Efficiency as Strategic Priorities for 2025
HBL outlines its strategic priorities for deposit growth, digital banking expansion, and operational efficiency as the bank reinforces its position in Pakistan’s evolving financial landscape.
HBL Profit Rises 19% to Rs51 Billion in Nine Months, Dividend Payout Reaches 140%
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) reported a 19% surge in profit after tax to Rs51 billion for the nine months ended September 2025, driven by improved net interest margins and lower provisioning. The bank declared a 140% cumulative dividend, reflecting solid financial strength and shareholder confidence.
Pakistan to Privatise 82% Stake in First Women Bank as UAE Firm Secures Majority Ownership
Pakistan is set to privatise its 82.64% stake in First Women Bank Limited through a G2G deal with a UAE-based firm, marking a significant step in the country’s privatisation programme aimed at revitalising state-owned institutions and attracting foreign investment.