Banking sector expected to deliver strong double-digit returns through 2026 amid easing rates and digital expansion
Pakistan’s banking sector is set to maintain strong performance through 2026 as easing monetary conditions, deposit growth, and digital transformation drive earnings momentum, with major banks projected to deliver double-digit returns.
NIBAF Hosts Islamic Banking Certificate Course IBCC-73 to Strengthen Sector Expertise
NIBAF Pakistan hosts the Islamic Banking Certificate Course IBCC-73 in Karachi, offering face-to-face training to commercial bank officers to enhance their understanding of Islamic financial principles and strengthen capacity in Shariah-compliant banking.
Islamic Banking Certificate Course IBCC-73 Module-3 Strengthens Professional Capacity in Shariah-Compliant Finance
The Islamic Banking Certificate Course IBCC-73 (Module-3) has commenced at NIBAF Pakistan Campus in Karachi to strengthen the professional capacity of banking officers in Islamic finance, focusing on products, operational frameworks, and Shariah compliance.
Sarmed Ijaz Appointed as Distribution Head – Retail Banking at Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan
Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan has appointed Sarmed Ijaz as Distribution Head – Retail Banking. With extensive leadership experience in multiple financial institutions, he brings strategic vision, strong business acumen, and a deep understanding of retail banking to his new role.
HBL Elevates Muhammad Farhanullah Khan as Chief Compliance Officer to Strengthen Governance and Risk Oversight
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) has elevated Muhammad Farhanullah Khan as its new Chief Compliance Officer, recognizing his 25 years of diverse experience in banking leadership, governance, and regulatory transformation across local and international markets.
SBP Injects Over Rs266 Billion Through OMO to Ease Market Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan has injected Rs266.6 billion into the banking system via reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Modarabah-based Open Market Operations to address liquidity needs.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts Islamic Banking Professional Development Program 2025 in Karachi
NIBAF Pakistan is conducting a five-day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Karachi, bringing together officers from SBP and commercial banks to strengthen expertise in Islamic finance and Shariah-compliant practices.
NIBAF Hosts Islamic Banking Professional Development Program to Advance Shariah-Compliant Finance Expertise
NIBAF Pakistan has launched a five-day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program to enhance the skills of officers from SBP and commercial banks in Shariah-compliant banking and Islamic finance practices.
Former JS Bank IT Head Joins Bank Islami Aik Digital as CIO to Drive Faith-Based Tech Transformation
Former JS Bank IT head takes on new role as Chief Information Officer at Bank Islami Aik Digital, aiming to establish world-class technology infrastructure and strengthen Islamic, ribah-free digital banking in Pakistan.
HBL Reports 30% Surge in Half-Yearly Profit Before Tax, Advances Client-Centric Innovations and Inclusive Finance
HBL posts a 30% YoY rise in profit before tax for H1 2025, reaching Rs 75.3 billion. Backed by a strategic focus on client-centric growth, AI-driven engagement, and inclusive financing models, the bank continues to lead innovation in Pakistan’s banking sector.