Pakistan Banking Sector Anticipates Slight Profit Drop in Fourth Quarter 2025
Pakistan’s banking sector is projected to post a marginal 1% decline in 4QCY25 profits due to lower investment returns, while strong balance sheets, healthy deposits, and fee-based income support overall stability.
HBL Diversity Power Hour 2.0 Highlights Gender-Inclusive Leadership and Inclusive Economic Growth
HBL’s Diversity Power Hour 2.0 brought together industry leaders, including PBA Secretary Mir Nejib Rahman, to discuss gender-inclusive leadership, transparency, and equitable growth in Pakistan.
Citi Pakistan Names Habib Yousuf as Citi Country Officer and Banking Head
Citi Pakistan has appointed Habib Yousuf as Citi Country Officer & Banking Head, effective December 15, 2025, to lead the bank’s operations, client relationships, and transformation initiatives in the country.
HBL Releases In-Depth Report Highlighting Its Expanding Role in Pakistan’s Agricultural Transformation
HBL has released a comprehensive report detailing its expanding role in Pakistan’s agricultural sector, highlighting record agri-financing, ecosystem-based services, and a long-term strategy backed by regulatory support.
HBL Chairman Sultan Ali Allana Calls for National Strategy to Transform Agriculture Sector
Speaking at the Pakistan Business Council’s Dialogue on the Economy 2025, HBL Chairman Sultan Ali Allana emphasized the need for a national strategy to modernize agriculture, ensure food security, and drive long-term economic resilience in Pakistan.
Pakistan Banking Awards 2025 Celebrate Industry Excellence and Leadership Across the Financial Sector
The Pakistan Banking Awards 2025 spotlight leading banks and industry figures for their contributions to innovation, excellence and forward-looking banking practices, with the PBA extending congratulations to all winners.
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.
Pakistan Banking Awards 2025 Marks a Decade of Recognizing Excellence Across the Financial Sector
The Pakistan Banking Awards 2025 celebrates its 10th edition, honoring financial institutions demonstrating leadership, innovation, and excellence across Pakistan’s evolving banking ecosystem.
Asma Shahbaz Appointed Head of Transformation at UBL, Driving Strategic Change and Innovation
United Bank Limited (UBL) has appointed Asma Shahbaz as the Head of Transformation. With nearly two decades of experience across top financial institutions including Mashreq, HBL, and Standard Chartered, Asma will lead UBL’s strategic transformation initiatives to strengthen innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
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.

