Pakistan Achieves $2.1 Billion Current Account Surplus in FY25, First Annual Surplus in 14 Years
Pakistan posts a $2.1 billion current account surplus in FY25, marking its first annual surplus in 14 years, driven largely by surging remittances and stable trade flows.
NIBAF Hosts Monetary Policy Management Training for SBOTS-27 Batch Led by SBP’s Fida Hussain
NIBAF held a two-day training on monetary policy management for SBOTS-27 officers, led by Fida Hussain, Director of Economic Policy Review Department, State Bank of Pakistan.
NIBAF Organizes Seminar on Risk Management for Bangladesh Bank Officials at Islamabad Campus
NIBAF Islamabad hosts a specialized seminar on central bank risk management for senior officials of Bangladesh Bank, underscoring regional collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Finance Minister lauds SBP and banks for record SME and agriculture lending growth in FY25
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has praised the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks for achieving robust growth in SME and agriculture financing during FY25, highlighting their critical role in driving inclusive economic growth.
NIBAF Holds Specialized Training on Noting and Drafting for SBOTS-27 Officers
NIBAF organized a focused training session on official noting and drafting for the State Bank’s SBOTS-27 officers, enhancing their communication and documentation skills essential for banking operations.
State Bank’s SBOTS-27 Officers Take to Trail 5 for Team Building and Well-Being
Participants of the State Bank of Pakistan’s SBOTS-27 officer training program embarked on a team-building hike along Islamabad’s Trail 5, combining leadership growth with wellness initiatives.
NIBAF Hosts Specialized Training on AI Tools for Financial Analytics in Karachi
NIBAF Pakistan conducted an advanced training session on using AI tools for financial analytics, gathering officers from the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks to explore AI-driven financial strategies.
Khushhali Bank Joins SBP and ADB Drive to Advance Women-Focused Banking in Pakistan
Khushhali Microfinance Bank becomes part of the State Bank of Pakistan and Asian Development Bank’s Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code, reinforcing its commitment to delivering secure and accessible financial services to women across Pakistan.
SBP Injects Rs1.72 Trillion Into Market via Conventional and Shariah-Based OMO to Ease Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan injected Rs1.72 trillion into the banking system through a combination of conventional reverse repos and Shariah-based Modarabah OMOs to ease liquidity, reinforcing its role in stabilizing money markets and supporting financial flows.
State Bank’s Foreign Reserves Surge to $14.5 Billion, Boosting Pakistan’s External Position
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves under the State Bank surged by $1.77 billion in a week to $14.5 billion, pushing total reserves past $20 billion, driven by official inflows that strengthen the country’s external financial position.