HBL And ICAP Partner To Provide Exclusive Banking Benefits To Members And Employees
HBL and ICAP have signed a partnership agreement to provide tailored banking solutions and exclusive financial benefits to ICAP members and employees.
Pakistan Banking Sector Profit Rises 4% to Rs332 Billion in 1HCY26
Pakistan’s 13 listed commercial banks posted Rs332 billion in net profit during 1HCY26, up 4% year-on-year despite higher interest and operating expenses.
Pakistan’s Broad Money Supply Rises Rs449 Billion to Rs44.39 Trillion in One Week
Pakistan’s broad money supply M2 increased by Rs449.01 billion week-on-week to Rs44.39 trillion as of September 4, 2026, according to State Bank data.
SBP Reports Strong Banking Sector Resilience and 19.6% Capital Adequacy Ratio in H1CY26
SBP’s H1CY26 review says Pakistan’s banking sector remained resilient, with 9.1% balance sheet growth, improved asset quality, Rs3.67tr deposits and a 19.6% CAR.
SBP Sets Rs550 Billion Target for GoP Ijara Sukuk Purchases on Bai Muajjal Basis
The State Bank of Pakistan will purchase Rs550 billion worth of Government of Pakistan Ijara Sukuk from Islamic banks through two Bai Muajjal auctions scheduled for September and October 2026.
Pakistan Banking Sector Expands 9.1% in H1CY26 as SBP Reports Stronger Credit Risk Position
Pakistan’s banking sector expanded its balance sheet by 9.1% during H1CY26, while lower non-performing loans, stronger provisioning coverage and a 19.6% capital adequacy ratio supported financial stability, according to the State Bank of Pakistan.
Pak EXIM and ICIEC Launch Cross-Country Roadshow With Three Strategic Agreements
Pak EXIM and ICIEC launch their cross-country roadshow in Islamabad, signing three agreements focused on underwriting, export credit insurance and digital transformation.
Rising Inflation Puts State Bank Under Pressure Ahead of September Policy Rate Decision
Pakistan’s rising inflation and higher global fuel prices are putting pressure on the State Bank as markets await its September policy rate decision.
Foreign Currency Deposits Rise $69.39 Million to $6.935 Billion in August
Foreign currency deposits in Pakistan increased by $69.39 million in August 2026 to $6.935 billion, with non-resident deposits rising 5.48% during the month.
Pakistan’s Broad Money M2 Rises By Rs214 Billion To Rs43.95 Trillion
Pakistan’s broad money supply M2 increased by Rs214.02 billion week on week to Rs43.95 trillion as of August 28, 2026, according to State Bank data.