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.
PTCL Approves Rs15bn Capital Injection for U Microfinance Bank’s Digital Growth
PTCL Group has approved a Rs15 billion capital injection into U Microfinance Bank to support digital banking expansion, financial inclusion, and new product development across Pakistan.
State Bank of Pakistan Buys $9.7 Billion in Forex Market to Boost Reserves
The State Bank of Pakistan purchased a net $9.7 billion from the domestic foreign exchange market between June 2024 and September 2025, strengthening reserves amid consistent dollar buying.
Sindh Bank to Convert All Branches to Islamic Banking by 2027
Sindh Bank announces plans to convert 60 branches to Islamic banking in 2025, with full transition of all 330 branches by 2027, emphasizing ethical, transparent, and customer-centric financial practices.
SBP Advocates Cash Flow-Based Financing and Tech-Led Growth at Zahid Husain Memorial Lecture
At the 25th Zahid Husain Memorial Lecture, SBP emphasizes structural reforms, cash flow-based lending, and technology-led initiatives to foster inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Pakistan.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts RAAST Integration and Regulatory Compliance Training
NIBAF Pakistan organized a two-day training in Karachi on RAAST integration governance, STP, and regulatory compliance to strengthen digital payment capabilities of banks and SBP officers.
SBP, PVARA Discuss Virtual Currency and Digital Asset Regulatory Roadmap in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan and PVARA discuss virtual currency issuance, CBDC implementation, and digital asset regulation following Pakistan’s MoU with Binance on asset tokenization.