SBP Governor Urges Human Judgment in AI-Driven Banking Decisions
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad stresses the importance of human oversight in AI-driven banking decisions, highlighting digital payments growth and Shariah-aligned innovation at AlBaraka Forum Pakistan 2026.
SBP Rate Cut Expected as 80% Market Participants See Easing in January 2026
A Topline Pakistan Research survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to cut interest rates at its January 2026 MPC meeting, with a 50bps reduction seen as the most likely outcome.
SBP Begins Implementation of WE-Finance Code to Strengthen Women Entrepreneurship in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan launches the implementation of the WE-Finance Code, bringing banks and stakeholders together to improve access to finance for women entrepreneurs nationwide.
SBP Injects Rs13.12 Trillion Into Banking System Through Open Market Operations
The State Bank of Pakistan injected Rs13.12 trillion into the banking system through reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Open Market Operations, addressing liquidity needs amid prevailing market conditions.
SBP Elevates SM Suhail & Co to Category B on Its Approved Panel of Auditors
The State Bank of Pakistan has upgraded SM Suhail & Co, Chartered Accountants, from Category C to Category B on its Panel of Auditors, expanding the firm’s eligibility to undertake audit assignments for banks and financial institutions.
Majority Predict SBP Interest Rate Cut at January 2026 Monetary Policy Committee Meeting
Topline Pakistan survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to lower interest rates in its January 2026 MPC meeting, driven by low inflation, strong remittances, and stable PKR/USD parity.
Majority Predict SBP Interest Rate Cut at January 2026 Monetary Policy Committee Meeting
Topline Pakistan survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to lower interest rates in its January 2026 MPC meeting, driven by low inflation, strong remittances, and stable PKR/USD parity.
SBP Raises Rs546bn in Latest Pakistan Investment Bonds Auction as Demand Stays Strong
The State Bank of Pakistan raised Rs546 billion through its latest auction of fixed-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds, with strong demand for 3-year and 10-year tenors and cut-off yields ranging between 10.19% and 11%.
PBA, SBP Lead Cybersecurity Drill to Boost Confidence and Digital Security in Banking
Pakistan Banks Association and State Bank of Pakistan conduct a cybersecurity drill involving major banks to enhance incident response, strengthen digital security, and build trust in the financial system.
Pakistan Banks Engage Zarkhez-e Program Highlighting Incentives and Risk Mitigation
Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) affirms voluntary participation in Zarkhez-e (Asaan Digital Zarai Qarza) initiative, emphasizing government-backed incentives, risk mitigation measures, and digital verification tools that make lending commercially viable.