State Bank of Pakistan Raises Rs1.15 Trillion as T-Bill Yields Surge 100 Basis Points
SBP auctions see a sharp upward shift in short-term yields with 3-month T-Bill cut-off hitting 11.50%, signaling tightening market expectations amid high demand.
Reserve Bank of Australia Hikes Cash Rate to 4.1% Amid Inflationary Rebound
The RBA raises its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.1% as Middle East conflict and fuel prices drive renewed inflationary pressures in Australia.
Reserve Bank of Australia Hikes Cash Rate to 4.1% Amid Inflationary Rebound
The RBA raises its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.1% as Middle East conflict and fuel prices drive renewed inflationary pressures in Australia.
Central Banks Face Impossible Choices as Middle East Conflict Drives Oil Prices Higher
Asian central banks struggle to balance inflation and growth as the US-Iran conflict pushes oil past 110 dollars per barrel and threatens global currency stability.
SBP Governor Projects Two Years of Economic Stability, Signals Caution on Interest Rate Cuts
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability is likely to continue for two years, stressing cautious monetary policy, steady inflation, and disciplined post-IMF economic management.
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.
SBP Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 10.5%, Projects Up to 4.75% GDP Growth in FY26
State Bank of Pakistan keeps policy rate at 10.5% in January 2026 MPC meeting, citing improving growth outlook, easing inflation and containing external pressures.
SBP Raises Rs1.34 Trillion in Dual Auctions as Investors Maintain Neutral Outlook on Interest Rates
The State Bank of Pakistan raised Rs1.34 trillion through dual auctions of Treasury Bills and Pakistan Investment Bonds – Floating Rate, with yields largely unchanged as investors maintained confidence in stable interest rates and ample market liquidity.
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.
Pakistan plans debt maturity extension to strengthen financial resilience and lower refinancing risks
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced plans to extend the maturity of Pakistan’s domestic and external debt portfolios to lower refinancing and interest rate risks, aligning with broader economic stability and financial resilience objectives.