Moody’s Revises Pakistan Banking Sector Outlook to Stable Amid Gradual Economic Recovery
Moody’s has changed Pakistan’s banking system outlook from positive to stable, citing a slow and uneven recovery, high government securities exposure, and resilient capital buffers, while forecasting steady credit growth and improved macroeconomic conditions in 2026.
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.
NBP Launches Raast P2M QR Payments to Promote Digital Transactions in Pakistan
National Bank of Pakistan introduces Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) QR payments, empowering merchants nationwide to accept secure, instant, and transparent digital payments, driving Pakistan’s cashless economy forward.
Sadaf Zikaria Joins National Bank of Pakistan as Wing Head for Retail Sales in Aitemaad Islamic Banking
Sadaf Zikaria has been appointed Wing Head – Retail Sales at NBP’s Aitemaad Islamic Banking Group, bringing extensive retail banking and Islamic finance experience to drive growth and customer-centric solutions.
NBP’s Aitemaad Islamic Advance Salary Secures Silver at Qorus Reinvention Awards 2025
National Bank of Pakistan’s Aitemaad Islamic Advance Salary wins Silver at the 2025 Qorus Reinvention Awards, recognized for innovation, customer impact, and industry-first solutions in Islamic banking.
National Bank of Pakistan Observes Men’s Day with Leadership and Well-Being Program
National Bank of Pakistan marked Men’s Day with leadership discussions and well-being sessions, highlighting professional growth, emotional balance, and employee engagement.
National Bank of Pakistan partners with Bioniks Welfare Foundation to expand access to advanced prosthetic technology
The National Bank of Pakistan has partnered with Bioniks Welfare Foundation to support the provision of advanced prosthetic limbs for individuals affected by agricultural and road accidents, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive rehabilitation and community upliftment.
Selling Pressure Hits PSX: KSE-100 Dips Over 800 Points in Early Trade
After days of strong gains, the Pakistan Stock Exchange faced renewed selling pressure as the KSE-100 Index dropped over 800 points in early trade, impacted by key sector declines and global market trends.
NBP and NCCPL Partner to Strengthen Banking and Capital Markets Integration
NBP and NCCPL have signed an MoU to deepen collaboration between banking and capital markets in Pakistan. The partnership focuses on margin trading financing, custodian clearing membership, and liquidity enhancement to strengthen the country’s financial ecosystem and attract broader investor participation.
Usman Shahid Joins National Bank of Pakistan as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking
National Bank of Pakistan appoints Usman Shahid as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking, leveraging his 27 years of global experience to strengthen its corporate and investment banking portfolio.