HBL Expects Net Interest Margins to Improve on Higher Lending Rates in 2026
Habib Bank Limited expects net interest margins to improve in Q3CY26 as lending rates reprice following the 100 basis point rate hike, while deposits continue to grow.
Meezan Bank Targets Shariah-Compliant Card Launch in 2027, Plans 1,250 Branches
Meezan Bank plans to launch two Shariah-compliant card products in 2027 and expand its branch network to 1,250 locations by year-end while increasing its focus on SME financing.
Pakistan FY27 Economic Outlook Improves as SBP Warns of Global Economic Risks
State Bank of Pakistan says Pakistan’s FY27 outlook has improved, with lower inflation and gradual recovery expected, but geopolitical, climate, tariff and reform risks remain.
SBP Monetary Policy Transmission: Market Interest Rates Adjust to Policy Rate Changes
State Bank of Pakistan says monetary easing lowered market rates, while the April 2026 rate hike to 11.5% has begun transmitting to money market and lending rates.
Pakistan External Debt Servicing Surges to $10.14 Billion in Q4FY26
Pakistan’s external debt servicing surged to $10.14 billion in Q4FY26 from $3.86 billion in Q3, driven by higher principal repayments, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts SBP Regulatory Compliance Workshop on AML, KYC and CDD
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a two day workshop for commercial bank officers covering SBP regulatory compliance, AML, KYC and CDD challenges in financial institutions.
SBP PSX To Remain Closed On August 14 For Pakistan Independence Day
State Bank of Pakistan and Pakistan Stock Exchange will remain closed on August 14, 2026, for Pakistan’s Independence Day, with regular operations resuming after the holiday.
National Savings Mobilization Reaches Rs292.6 Billion In FY26
National Savings Schemes mobilize Rs292.6 billion during FY2025-26, with June contributing Rs23.6 billion as inflows rebound across key savings instruments.
SBP Projects 3.5% To 4.5% Economic Growth For Pakistan In FY27 As Inflation Remains Elevated
State Bank of Pakistan projects 3.5% to 4.5% economic growth in FY27, with inflation expected to remain elevated before easing toward the upper end of the 5% to 7% target range.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts Islamic Banking and Financial Literacy Session for Civil Services Academy
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a one day training session on Islamic banking and financial literacy for Civil Services Academy in Lahore, led by Mufti Irshad Ahmad Ejaz and Salman Shehzad.