UBL Honored as Best Corporate Finance House of the Year 2024 – Fixed Income by CFA Society Pakistan
United Bank Limited secures the Best Corporate Finance House of the Year 2024 – Fixed Income award from CFA Society Pakistan, reflecting its leadership in fixed-income strategy, market expertise, and financial sector innovation.
United Bank Limited Strengthens Digital Ambitions with Appointment of Khurram Mumtaz as Chief Digital Officer
United Bank Limited appoints Khurram Mumtaz as its new Chief Digital Officer and Head of Transaction Banking/Corporate Solutions, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to digital transformation, corporate innovation, and advanced financial technologies across Pakistan.
Asma Shahbaz Appointed Head of Transformation at UBL, Driving Strategic Change and Innovation
United Bank Limited (UBL) has appointed Asma Shahbaz as the Head of Transformation. With nearly two decades of experience across top financial institutions including Mashreq, HBL, and Standard Chartered, Asma will lead UBL’s strategic transformation initiatives to strengthen innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
UBL and Inverex Automobiles Partner to Launch Exclusive Fleet Financing for Electric Vehicles
UBL has partnered with Inverex Automobiles to launch an exclusive Fleet Financing offer for electric vehicles in Pakistan, featuring 0% markup for one year and low-rate multi-year financing options. The collaboration supports businesses in adopting cost-effective and sustainable fleet solutions, advancing the country’s clean mobility goals.
KSE-100 plunges 1,241 points as heavy profit-taking ends bullish streak
The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a major correction on Thursday as the KSE-100 Index tumbled by 1,241 points due to aggressive profit-taking, with analysts citing portfolio rebalancing at elevated levels.
UBL Reports 89% Profit Surge to Rs35.36 Billion in Q3 2025 on Strong Interest Income
United Bank Limited posted an 89% year-on-year profit growth to Rs35.36 billion in Q3 2025, driven by strong interest income and improved spreads, as the bank announced an interim cash dividend of Rs8 per share.
UBL Upgrades Basic Accounts to Mukammal to Offer Customers Expanded Free Banking Services
United Bank Limited is converting all Basic Banking Accounts to Mukammal Current Accounts starting October 15, 2025, providing customers with more free services, zero balance requirements, and enhanced digital banking benefits.
KTrade Upgrades Banking Sector Outlook as Habib Bank Limited Tops Investment Picks
KTrade has raised its outlook for Pakistan’s banking sector, forecasting 20% earnings growth by end-CY25. The brokerage highlighted robust deposit mobilization, strong capital gains, and improved sector valuations, naming Habib Bank Limited as its top pick.
KSE-100 Index Slides for Fourth Straight Session as Market Sentiment Weakens
The Pakistan Stock Exchange continues its losing streak as the KSE-100 index extends its decline for a fourth consecutive session, driven by institutional selling, foreign outflows, and investor unease despite positive economic indicators.
PBA and SECP Host Consultative Workshop to Strengthen Bank-Capital Market Collaboration
PBA and SECP held a consultative workshop in Karachi on unlocking capital market potential for banks, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb as Chief Guest. Industry leaders and regulators discussed strengthening collaboration, diversifying financing avenues, and fostering sustainable economic growth.