MCB Bank Announces Strong First Quarter 2026 Results with Significant Profit Growth and Dividend Declaration
MCB Bank Limited reports a profit before tax of Rs 26.7 billion for the first quarter of 2026 highlighting resilient net interest income and robust digital banking growth.
Pakistan SME Lending Surge Under Risk Guarantee Scheme Raises Questions Over Credit Quality and Market Discipline
Pakistan’s SME lending has expanded rapidly under the SBP’s Risk Coverage Scheme, raising both financial inclusion and concerns over credit discipline. This analysis explores how guarantee-based lending is reshaping banking behaviour, risk allocation, and the long-term stability of the SME credit market.
NIBAF Pakistan Commences specialized Trade Business Certification Program for Banking Professionals
The National Institute of Banking and Finance hosts a four-day intensive trade finance certification in Karachi to boost commercial banking expertise and compliance.
First Women Bank Privatization Completed as Government Transfers Full Ownership to EVE Holding
Pakistan completes privatization of First Women Bank Limited, transferring 82.64% ownership to EVE Holding to boost efficiency and financial inclusion for women.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts Ethics as a Binding Covenant Training for Banking Professionals
NIBAF Pakistan organized a faith-driven ethics training session in Lahore led by Hamza Naseem to strengthen integrity and professional conduct in banking.
Allied Bank Reports Q1 2026 Results with 10% Growth in Net Interest Income
Allied Bank Limited (ABL) announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, featuring a dividend of Rs4 per share and resilient core income growth.
HBL First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Show Resilience Amid Margin Pressures and Digital Shift
Habib Bank Limited reports Rs16.15bn profit for Q1 2026 as core lending growth faces rising funding costs and shifts in non-markup income streams.
NIBAF Pakistan Announces Excel Power Tools Training for Enhanced Banking Intelligence
NIBAF Pakistan launches a specialized online training session on Excel Power Tools for banking professionals led by Microsoft expert Sumaira Ghouri this April.
Pakistan Banking Sector Analysis February 2026 Deposit Growth and Investment Trends
Pakistans banking sector reports a 20.1 percent annual surge in deposits reaching 36.58 trillion rupees alongside a significant rise in investment to deposit ratios.
Pakistan Banking Sector Injects Rs235 Billion to Stabilize Power Sector Liquidity
Major Pakistani banks including Meezan, HBL, and NBP deploy Rs235 billion into the CPPA to manage circular debt and power sector cash flow constraints.