Bank of England Pauses Interest Rates at 3.75% as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Inflation Outlook
The Bank of England has opted to hold interest rates at 3.75% following a geopolitical shock in the Middle East, citing concerns that inflation could spike to 3.5% this summer.
Pakistan Banks Association Unveils New Executive Committee for 2025–2027
Pakistan Banks Association has announced its new Executive Committee for 2025–2027, led by Zafar Masud, focusing on inclusive leadership, innovation and collaboration across the banking sector.
Pakistan Business Confidence Doubles in Six Months – OICCI Reports Sharp Rise in Investor Sentiment
OICCI’s latest survey shows Pakistan’s business confidence index doubled in six months, with strong gains across services, retail, manufacturing, foreign investment, and AI adoption.
NCPS 2025 Survey: Corruption Remains Top Concern for Pakistanis, Institutional Reforms Urged
NCPS 2025 by Transparency International Pakistan reveals corruption as a top public concern, highlighting trust issues, institutional performance, and strong demand for accountability reforms.
Pakistan Receives $1.3bn IMF Loan Under EFF and RSF, Markets React Positively
Pakistan secures $1.3 billion IMF financing under the EFF and RSF, boosting forex reserves, supporting economic stability, and lifting market sentiment at the PSX.
Sindh Bank Strengthens Position with ‘AA’ Long-Term Rating Upgrade
Sindh Bank’s long-term entity rating has been upgraded to ‘AA’ by VIS, reflecting improved fundamentals, strong governance, and enhanced profitability amid a challenging banking sector.
Banking Mohtasib Provides Rs 1.46 Billion Relief to Customers Amid Rising Fraud Concerns
The Banking Mohtasib Pakistan has provided Rs 1.46 billion in relief to customers by resolving over 28,700 complaints in the first ten months of 2025, while urging vigilance against financial fraud and cybercrime.
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.
Sindh Bank Reports Rs 2.5 Billion Pre-Tax Profit in Nine Months, Achieves Record Growth in Deposits and Advances
Sindh Bank posts a pre-tax profit of Rs 2.5 billion in nine months, marking significant growth in operating income, deposits, and advances, highlighting resilience and strong financial performance.
Faysal Bank Records PKR 32.8 Billion Profit Before Tax, Strengthening Its Position in Pakistan’s Islamic Banking Sector
Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) has reported a strong financial performance for the nine months ending September 2025, with a profit before tax of PKR 32.8 billion and net profit of PKR 15 billion. The bank’s continued growth in deposits, improved asset quality, and strong capital adequacy underscore its robust Islamic banking model and strategic foresight.