Pakistan’s Private Sector Borrowing Drops 79% in 1HFY26 Despite Lower Interest Rates
Private sector borrowing from commercial banks declined by 79% during July–December FY26, SBP data shows, highlighting weak credit demand despite aggressive monetary easing.
Interest rate cuts squeeze revenue and profits at Standard Chartered Pakistan
Standard Chartered Pakistan posts lower earnings for H1 2025 as rapid interest rate declines hit net interest income, despite growth in non-funded revenue streams.
ADB Projects Slower Rate Cuts and Downgrades Growth Forecasts for Developing Asia Amid Trade and Geopolitical Uncertainty
The Asian Development Bank sees a slower pace of monetary easing in developing Asia, revises regional growth outlook downward due to trade tensions, export declines, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.