IMF Warns Privatization of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited Could Impact Credit Access for Small Farmers
The IMF flags concerns over the privatization of ZTBL, noting potential risks to credit access for 97% of Pakistan’s small-scale farmers despite recent governance improvements.
HBL Achieves Major Tech Milestone with Successful Temenos Core Banking Go-Live
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) has successfully implemented the Temenos Core Banking platform in a massive modernization effort to scale operations and enhance digital agility.
Pakistan Proposes Financial Institutions Recovery of Finances Amendment Act 2026 to Overhaul Foreclosure Laws
The Financial Institutions Recovery of Finances Amendment Act 2026 aims to streamline property foreclosure and restrict banking court injunctions in Pakistan.
State Bank of Pakistan Penalizes Bank Makramah Limited Amid Quarterly Financial Losses
Bank Makramah Limited faces a monetary penalty from the State Bank of Pakistan as its first quarter results for 2026 show a loss before tax of 1.211 billion rupees.
Meezan Bank and DHA City Karachi Ink Strategic Pact to Boost Shariah Compliant Housing Finance Access
Meezan Bank partners with DHA City Karachi to provide Riba-free housing finance solutions, aiming to bridge the home ownership gap through Shariah-compliant models.
Privatisation Commission Board Approves Major Restructuring and Transaction Plan for ZTBL
The Privatisation Commission Board has endorsed a strategic restructuring and transaction framework for Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited to enhance its market value.
Soneri Bank Reports 16.72 Percent Profit Growth in First Quarter of 2026 Driven by Non Funded Income
Soneri Bank Limited achieves Rs1.34 billion profit in Q1 2026 as surging non-funded income and foreign exchange gains offset a contraction in net mark-up margins.
Bank Alfalah Reports 58 Percent Profit Surge and Interim Dividend for First Quarter of 2026
Bank Alfalah Limited achieves a record profit after tax of PKR 11.13 billion in Q1 2026 alongside a share split and enhanced dividend payouts for shareholders.
State Bank of Pakistan Scheduled to Review Policy Rate Amid Global Oil Surges and Regional Tensions
The State Bank of Pakistan prepares for its third Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2026 as market analysts predict a potential interest rate hike driven by crude oil volatility.
National Bank of Pakistan Historic Dividend Payout Prime Minister Grants Clearance for Record Rs35 Per Share
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approves National Bank of Pakistan record breaking dividend of Rs35 per share following massive profit growth in CY25.