Pakistan’s Banking Recovery Laws Under Pressure as Bad Loans Near Rs980 Billion
Pakistan’s banking sector is grappling with a sharp rise in non-performing loans, exposing legal and structural weaknesses in loan recovery mechanisms. Proposed reforms to the Financial Institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance aim to strengthen banking courts, foreclosure systems and mortgage financing.
Pakistan Faces ‘Middle East Premium’ as IMF Relief Meets SBP Monetary Tightening
Pakistan’s economy is navigating fresh external pressures as geopolitical instability in the Middle East raises import costs and fuels inflation risks. While IMF financial support offers temporary relief, the State Bank of Pakistan’s tighter monetary policy highlights the growing challenge of balancing economic recovery with price stability.
International Monetary Fund Advises State Bank of Pakistan to Retain Restrictive Monetary Policy Amid Regional Shocks
The IMF urges Pakistan to maintain a tight monetary policy stance and remain prepared to lift interest rates if Middle East tensions drive up commodity prices.
SBP Lending Survey Reveals Sharp Contraction in Credit Demand Amid Economic Pressures
The central bank latest quarterly lending survey shows a significant decline in loan demand and applications alongside rising borrowing cost expectations.
National Institute Of Banking And Finance Arranges Specialized State Bank Regulatory Training For Currency Exchange Sector
NIBAF Pakistan successfully conducted an intensive online training session for currency exchange professionals on the State Bank of Pakistan regulatory framework.
State Bank Of Pakistan Massively Expands Go Cashless Campaign Across Ninety Six National Cattle Markets For Eid Al Azha
The State Bank of Pakistan has scaled up its digital payment drive by expanding the Go Cashless campaign to ninety six cattle markets nationwide for Eid al-Azha.
Pakistan Initiates Comprehensive Climate Policy Overhaul Amid Intensifying Monsoon Projections
Pakistan launches an extensive climate policy framework spanning green finance, renewable energy transition, and infrastructure safeguards to counter escalating ecological risks.
State Bank of Pakistan Updates Foreign Exchange Rules to Ease Inherited Asset Transfers for Non Residents
The State Bank of Pakistan now recognizes NADRA succession certificates for remitting inherited assets abroad simplifying the process for non resident legal heirs.
State Bank of Pakistan Raises 949 Billion Rupees Through Treasury Bills While Rejecting All PIB Bids
The State Bank of Pakistan successfully raises 949.777 billion rupees in a Market Treasury Bills auction but rejects all bids for 10-year floating rate investment bonds.
Pakistan Domestic Debt and Liabilities Reach 57.69 Trillion Rupees as Permanent Debt Surges
State Bank of Pakistan data reveals an 11.51 percent annual increase in domestic debt and liabilities reaching 57.69 trillion rupees by March 2026.