State Bank Of Pakistan Raises Rs778 Billion Through MTBs And 10-Year PIB-FRB
SBP successfully raises Rs777.69 billion through Market Treasury Bills and 10-year Pakistan Investment Bond-FRB, with strong participation across all tenors and stable yields indicating improved market sentiment.
IMF Flags Governance Risks as Pakistan Navigates Major Shift Toward Islamic Banking
The IMF’s latest governance and corruption diagnostic assessment highlights structural, regulatory, and governance vulnerabilities in Pakistan’s financial sector as the country advances toward a full Islamic banking transition by 2028.
SBP Raises Rs492.9 Billion in Treasury Bills, Sells Rs55 Billion in 10-Year Floating Bonds Amid Strong Market Response
The State Bank of Pakistan secured Rs492.9 billion in Market Treasury Bills and Rs55 billion in 10-year Floating Rate Bonds, reflecting robust investor participation and stable yield expectations across Pakistan’s money market.
IMF Executive Board Set to Review Pakistan’s Program for $1.2 Billion Tranche on December 8
The IMF’s Executive Board will deliberate on Pakistan’s next tranche totaling $1.2 billion under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility on December 8, following a recent staff-level agreement.
SBP Injects Over Rs4 Trillion into Money Market Through Reverse Repo and Modarabah-Based OMO
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a large-scale Open Market Operation (OMO) to inject over Rs4.24 trillion into the financial system, addressing short-term liquidity needs through both conventional reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Modarabah-based instruments.
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.
PSX to Host International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025 in Karachi
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is set to host the International Capital Market Conference & Expo 2025 in Karachi, bringing together financial regulators, investors, and fintech leaders to discuss market innovation, growth, and regional integration while showcasing the latest developments in Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.
Islamic Banking Professional Development Program Empowers Future of Financial Sector in Pakistan
NIBAF Pakistan launches the Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD – 28) to strengthen expertise in Islamic finance. The five-day program in Karachi brings together SBP and commercial bank officers for specialized training on Shariah-compliant banking principles and regulatory frameworks.
Usman Shahid Joins National Bank of Pakistan as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking
National Bank of Pakistan appoints Usman Shahid as Group Chief – Corporate and Investment Banking, leveraging his 27 years of global experience to strengthen its corporate and investment banking portfolio.