Pakistani Banks Favor Government Securities as Deposits and Investments Expand
Pakistan’s banks expanded deposits and investments in August 2025, with a clear shift toward government securities as ADR declines and IDR rises above 105%, reflecting a strong preference for sovereign lending over private sector credit.
SBP Establishes Unified Account for Prime Minister’s Relief Fund Donations
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has opened a single unified account for the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund, directing all banks to collect donations through branches, cheques, and digital channels, while also facilitating overseas contributions.
NIBAF Launches Banking Literacy Development Program to Empower Aga Khan Community Graduates
NIBAF Pakistan has conducted its Banking Literacy Development Program (BLDP) in Rawalpindi, focusing on young graduates from the Aga Khan Community. The initiative is part of NIBAF’s broader efforts to boost financial literacy and equip youth with practical knowledge of modern banking.
SBP Reports Strong Banking Sector Stability in Mid-Year 2025 Review
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released its Mid-Year Performance Review for 2025, highlighting steady banking sector performance, asset growth, strong deposit mobilization, and resilience against risks despite market volatility and geopolitical challenges.
NIBAF Pakistan Trains Bank Officers on IFRS-9 Reporting Enhancements
NIBAF Pakistan organized a one-day training for commercial bank officers focused on IFRS-9 reporting enhancements, compliance requirements, and improving financial reporting standards, led by SBP Deputy Director Hassam ul Haque.
Pakistan Banking Perspective 2025: Resilience, Transformation, and the Road Ahead
KPMG’s Pakistan Banking Perspective 2025 report highlights sector resilience, digital banking expansion, and the transition toward a fully Islamic banking system by 2028 amid global and domestic challenges.
Deutsche Bank Appoints Syed Ali Haider Zaidi as New Chief Country Officer for Pakistan
Deutsche Bank has appointed Syed Ali Haider Zaidi as its new Chief Country Officer in Pakistan, succeeding Kamran Zaidi, to lead operations, strengthen stakeholder ties, and align with regional strategy.
SBP Sets Special Cash Reserve Account Remuneration Rate at 3.27% for September 2025
The State Bank of Pakistan has fixed the Special Cash Reserve Account remuneration rate at 3.27% for September 2025, applicable to deposits raised under FE-Circular 25 of 1998.
SBP Names National Bank, UBL, and HBL as Domestic Systemically Important Banks for 2025
The State Bank of Pakistan has designated three major banks as Domestic Systemically Important Banks for 2025, introducing enhanced capital requirements to strengthen resilience and stability in Pakistan’s banking sector.
Bank AL Habib reports 9% decline in half-year earnings amid margin pressure
Bank AL Habib Limited (BAHL) posted a profit after tax of Rs19.79 billion for H1 2025, marking an 8.66% decline. Earnings fell on lower net interest income, while fee and forex income provided support.