SBP Governor Highlights Pakistan’s Macroeconomic Stability and Role of Capital Markets
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights the country’s progress in macroeconomic stability, reduced inflation, and strengthened fiscal buffers, emphasizing the importance of capital markets in sustainable growth.
SBP Champions Women’s Financial Empowerment as Catalyst for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is championing women’s economic empowerment through financial inclusion reforms, digital innovation, and global collaboration. Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights progress under the Banking on Equality policy, showcasing how women entrepreneurs are shaping Pakistan’s path toward sustainable growth.
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Stresses Durable Macroeconomic Stability for Inclusive Growth
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights the need for durable macroeconomic stability to drive inclusive growth, emphasizing financial inclusion, microfinance sector reforms, and climate resilience initiatives at the Annual Microfinance Conference in Karachi.
Financial Inclusion in Pakistan Reaches 67% as SBP Targets 75% by 2028
Pakistan’s financial inclusion has climbed to 67%, with the State Bank of Pakistan aiming to push it to 75% by 2028. Governor Jameel Ahmad credits this progress to digital initiatives and inclusive policy measures.
SBP Ties Future Interest Rate Cuts to IMF Review and Flood Impact Assessment
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has indicated that future interest rate reductions will depend on the outcome of the IMF review and the economic repercussions of recent floods, as the central bank adopts a cautious stance despite stabilizing inflation trends.
Unconventional – The Bank No One Saw Coming: Book on Meezan Bank’s Transformative Journey Launched in Karachi
A new book titled “Unconventional – The Bank No One Saw Coming,” authored by Sibtain Naqvi, was launched in Karachi, chronicling the rise of Meezan Bank and its impact on Pakistan’s financial industry. The event, attended by notable figures including former SBP Governor Dr Ishrat Husain, highlighted the bank’s evolution, leadership, and pioneering role in Islamic finance.
Pakistan’s Foreign Reserves Triple Without New Debt as SBP Charts Stability Path
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have tripled to $14.5 billion without new debt, inflation has dropped to record lows, and the current account shows a surplus after 14 years, according to SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad, who also announced new digital finance initiatives to strengthen long-term stability.
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Engages with SBOTS-27 Trainees on Future of Central Banking
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad held an interactive session with SBOTS-27 trainees, discussing central banking priorities, economic challenges, and the role of young officers in building a stable financial system.
Finance Minister lauds SBP and banks for record SME and agriculture lending growth in FY25
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has praised the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks for achieving robust growth in SME and agriculture financing during FY25, highlighting their critical role in driving inclusive economic growth.
SBP to Pilot Digital Currency, Advances Virtual Asset Regulations Amid Push to Modernize Financial Ecosystem
Pakistan’s central bank is preparing to launch a pilot for a digital currency and is finalizing laws to regulate virtual assets, signaling a strong shift toward modernizing its financial ecosystem and embracing blockchain-powered innovations.