Qatar Pledges to Boost Investments in Pakistan Stock Exchange
Qatar reaffirms its commitment to enhancing investments in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) during a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani and President Asif Ali Zardari, signaling strengthened economic ties and regional cooperation.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Surges: KSE-100 Index Gains Over 3,200 Points Amid Ceasefire Extension
The Pakistan Stock Exchange rebounded strongly as the KSE-100 Index surged 3,264.91 points, reaching 159,997.78 during intra-day trading. The rally was driven by positive investor sentiment following the extension of the Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, boosting trading across banking, technology, and cement sectors.
JS Infocom Approves Share Buy-Back of Up to 60 Million Shares to Strengthen Balance Sheet
JS Infocom Limited, a subsidiary of Jahangir Siddiqui & Co. Ltd., has approved a buy-back of up to 60 million shares at Rs. 10 each to optimize its balance sheet and enhance shareholder value, in compliance with the Companies Act 2017 and SECP regulations.
Bank Makramah Turns Profitable with Rs891m Gain in 9MCY25 After Last Year’s Loss
Bank Makramah Limited (BML) reported a strong turnaround with a profit of Rs891 million for the nine months ended September 2025, recovering from a Rs3.18 billion loss last year, driven by higher gains on securities and improved income streams.
Pakistan Stock Market Ends Week Lower Amid Profit-Taking, Tariff Uncertainty, and Weak Earnings
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended the week on a cautious note as the KSE-100 Index slipped 502 points or 0.31% week-on-week, weighed down by profit-taking, regulatory uncertainty following NEPRA’s tariff revisions, and weak corporate earnings. Despite the decline, strong treasury performance and a current account surplus provided some macroeconomic stability.
JS Bank Reports 52% Decline in 9MFY25 Profit to Rs6.09 Billion Amid Rising Costs and Lower Income
JS Bank Limited (PSX: JSBL) has reported a 52% year-on-year decline in profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, to Rs6.09 billion. The fall in earnings was driven by a contraction in net interest income and a sharp rise in operating expenses, despite gains from securities and higher fee-based revenues.
Faysal Bank Posts Rs15.5bn Profit for 9MFY25, Announces Rs1.5 per Share Dividend
Faysal Bank Limited posted a profit after tax of Rs15.55 billion for the nine months ended September 2025, down 24% year-on-year, and declared a Rs1.50 per share dividend. Despite higher expenses and tax pressure, the bank showed strong other income growth, improved asset quality, and continued investment in its digital and Islamic banking transformation.
Allied Bank Maintains 120% Dividend Despite 27% Profit Decline in 9MFY25
Allied Bank Limited reported a 27% drop in profit after tax to Rs26.81 billion for the nine months ended September 2025 but maintained a strong 120% dividend payout. Despite lower interest income, ABL posted growth in digital and fee-based revenues, highlighting resilience and long-term confidence in Pakistan’s banking sector.
PSX Suffers 2,000-Point Drop as Profit-Taking and Weak Bank Earnings Weigh on Sentiment
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a turbulent session on Thursday, with the KSE-100 index plunging nearly 2,000 points due to widespread profit-taking ahead of the futures rollover week and lackluster bank earnings that dampened investor confidence.
Bank Islami Pakistan’s Profit Plunges 50% in 9MFY25 Amid Rising Costs and Lower Yields
Bank Islami Pakistan Limited (PSX: BIPL) reports a sharp 50% decline in profit after tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by compressed net profit margins, higher operating costs, and lower yields, despite strong securities gains and improved fee income.