BankIslami Appoints Saira Gabol as Head of Human Resources, Strengthening Leadership for Future Growth
BankIslami Pakistan appoints Saira Gabol as Head of Human Resources, leveraging her international HR expertise to strengthen leadership development, organizational culture, and people strategy within the bank.
Habib Metropolitan Bank Records Rs17.76 Billion Profit in 9MFY25 Despite Cost Pressures and Tax Hike
Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited (PSX: HMB) posted a consolidated profit after tax of Rs17.76 billion for 9MFY25, marking a 9.7% decline year-on-year. Despite rising operating expenses and higher taxation, the bank sustained growth in non-mark-up income, driven by strong gains on securities and higher foreign exchange earnings.
KTrade Upgrades Banking Sector Outlook as Habib Bank Limited Tops Investment Picks
KTrade has raised its outlook for Pakistan’s banking sector, forecasting 20% earnings growth by end-CY25. The brokerage highlighted robust deposit mobilization, strong capital gains, and improved sector valuations, naming Habib Bank Limited as its top pick.
Bank of Khyber Promotes Diversity and Inclusion with Sign Language Awareness Session
Bank of Khyber (BoK) celebrated the International Day of Sign Languages with a Diversity-Inclusive Banking Session in collaboration with ConnectHear, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and empathy across the workplace and customer experience.
PBA and SECP Host Consultative Workshop to Strengthen Bank-Capital Market Collaboration
PBA and SECP held a consultative workshop in Karachi on unlocking capital market potential for banks, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb as Chief Guest. Industry leaders and regulators discussed strengthening collaboration, diversifying financing avenues, and fostering sustainable economic growth.
Pakistani Banks Gain Momentum as Fitch Sees Brighter Economic Outlook
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s credit profile, signaling better economic prospects for the country’s banking sector. With inflation easing, interest rates reduced, and stronger capital buffers, Pakistani banks are expected to expand private-sector lending and strengthen profitability in the coming years.
UBL’s Profit Soars 106% to Rs65 Billion in First Half of 2025, Driven by Robust Interest Earnings
United Bank Limited (UBL) has posted a hefty 106% year-on-year rise in net profits to nearly Rs65 billion for the first half of 2025, supported by a strong surge in interest income and healthy payout to shareholders.