Bank AL Habib Declares Rs3.5 Dividend as Nine-Month Profit Falls 22% to Rs26.6 Billion
Bank AL Habib Limited (BAHL) reported a 22% decline in profit after tax to Rs26.68 billion for the nine months ended September 2025, citing lower interest income and rising costs. The bank declared a Rs3.5 per share dividend, maintaining its strong commitment to shareholders despite earnings pressure.
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.
Allied Bank Joins Hands with Raqami Islamic Digital Bank for Cash Management Alliance
Allied Bank has entered into a Cash Management Alliance with Raqami Islamic Digital Bank, offering a range of services through ABL’s network. The collaboration supports digital-only, Shariah-compliant banking and highlights a joint vision for innovation, efficiency, and shared growth.
Islamic Banking Captures 25% Share of Pakistan’s Banking Industry, Says Former SBP Governor
Former State Bank governor Ishrat Husain highlights the rapid growth of Islamic banking in Pakistan, reaching 25% industry share in just two decades, with full conversion of the banking sector targeted by 2027.
HBL Microfinance Bank Welcomes New Leaders to Advance Financial Inclusion in Pakistan
HBL Microfinance Bank welcomes new members to its leadership and operational teams, reinforcing its mission of creating impact, driving innovation, and building a financially inclusive Pakistan.
Al Baraka Bank CEO Muhammad Atif Hanif Delivers Keynote at BOE Asia 2025 on Techpreneurship and Innovation
Muhammad Atif Hanif, CEO of Al Baraka Bank (Pakistan) Limited, addressed BOE Asia 2025 as a keynote speaker, emphasizing strategy, innovation, and leadership in the evolving digital financial landscape.
Samba Bank Partners with Gas & Oil Pakistan to Expand ATM Network for Greater Customer Convenience
Samba Bank has joined hands with Gas & Oil Pakistan Limited (GO) to install ATMs at Aramco and GO stations across the country, making banking services more accessible and convenient for customers. This partnership reflects a shared vision of financial empowerment and customer ease.
SBP Designates 1LINK as Official Payment System Operator
The State Bank of Pakistan has designated 1LINK as an official payment system operator, reinforcing its role as a core player in Pakistan’s digital finance infrastructure. The move strengthens oversight and promotes secure, efficient, and inclusive financial services.
Allied Bank Reports 25% Profit Decline in First Half of 2025 Amid Rate Cuts and Rising Costs
Allied Bank Limited posted a 25% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, as interest margins narrowed due to SBP’s monetary easing and costs continued to rise. Despite the dip, the Bank announced a Rs4 per share interim dividend, highlighting its focus on shareholder returns and income diversification.
NIBAF Concludes Islamic Banking Certificate Course to Strengthen Shariah-Compliant Finance
NIBAF Pakistan concluded the six-day Islamic Banking Certificate Course – IBCC-73 in Karachi, training SBP and commercial bank officers in Shariah-compliant financial practices to strengthen skills and support the growth of Islamic banking.