UBL Honored as Best Corporate Finance House of the Year 2024 – Fixed Income by CFA Society Pakistan
United Bank Limited secures the Best Corporate Finance House of the Year 2024 – Fixed Income award from CFA Society Pakistan, reflecting its leadership in fixed-income strategy, market expertise, and financial sector innovation.
NIBAF Pakistan Hosts Online Training on Banking Conduct Risk Management to Strengthen Compliance and Customer Protection
NIBAF Pakistan successfully conducted a one-day online training on Banking Conduct Risk Management, enhancing officers’ knowledge on regulatory expectations, conduct risk frameworks, and customer-centric banking practices.
Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab Added to MSCI Frontier Markets Index
In the November 2025 MSCI Index Review, Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab have been included in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index, highlighting Pakistan’s growing representation in global frontier market equities and attracting potential foreign investment.
Pakistan Set to Strengthen Standing in MSCI Frontier Markets Index Ahead of 2025 Review
Pakistan is expected to gain a stronger position in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index with new company inclusions forecasted for November 2025, although near-term foreign inflows are projected to remain limited.
Bank of Punjab Reports 37% Profit Growth in 9MCY25 on Strong Net Interest Income
Bank of Punjab posted a profit after taxation of Rs11.60 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, reflecting a 37% year-on-year increase. The growth was primarily driven by a 90% surge in net interest income, effective cost management, and robust core banking operations, positioning BOP for continued expansion.
NBP Reports Record Profit of Rs23.3 Billion in 3QCY25, Soars Over 650% Year-on-Year
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) achieved record-breaking profits of Rs23.3 billion in 3QCY25, marking a 650% year-on-year surge driven by stronger net interest income, higher gains on securities, and effective cost control.
Bank of Khyber’s Profit Soars 89% in 9MCY25 on Strong Treasury Gains and Interest Margin Growth
The Bank of Khyber (BOK) posted an 89% jump in profit after tax to Rs4.97 billion for 9MCY25, driven by strong treasury income, improved net interest margins, and disciplined cost management, marking a standout performance in Pakistan’s banking sector.
Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan Sees Profit Dip to Rs22.5 Billion Amid Margin Compression
Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan’s profit fell 30.74% to Rs22.5 billion for the nine months ended September 2025 as compressed interest margins and weaker investment income weighed on earnings, though improved asset quality and rising fee-based income provided some stability.
Pakistan’s Bank Deposits Surge 12.3% to Rs. 35.2 Trillion, Driven by Strong Liquidity and Government Investments
Pakistan’s total bank deposits surged 12.3 percent year-on-year to Rs. 35.2 trillion in September 2025, driven by strong liquidity and increased investment in government securities, reflecting continued stability and cautious lending across the banking sector.
Askari Bank Reports Rs18.2 Billion Profit in 9M 2025, Announces 12.5% Interim Dividend
Description: Askari Bank Limited reported a profit after tax of Rs18.2 billion for the nine months ended September 2025, up 28.5 percent year-on-year, alongside announcing a 12.5 percent interim dividend as part of its continued focus on growth and shareholder value.