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  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    Reserves drop $152m amid debt repayments

    Listen to article KARACHI: Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves registered a decline in the week ended March 7, 2025 as the central bank's deposits fell $152 million to $11.098 billion. The drop was attributed to external debt repayments, according …

    Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    Samba Bank moves towards full Islamic banking conversion

    Samba Bank Limited has taken a step toward transforming into a full-fledged Islamic bank, as its board has granted in-principle approval for the conversion from conventional banking. “The Board of Samba Bank Limited has, in principle, approved the plan to …

    Source: Profit by Pakistan Today - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    SBP to Islamabad: If no reforms then no rate cut and no growth

    Pakistan’s economic growth, much like an old Suzuki Mehran, sputters along at an underwhelming 2.5–3.5 percent for FY25, according to the consensus forecast by the SBP, IMF, and the Finance Ministry. This is hardly a pace to celebrate for a country where …

    Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 11, 2025

    SBP approves Silk Bank’s merger with United Bank Limited

    The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has approved the merger of Silk Bank Limited (SBL) into United Bank Limited (UBL), with the amalgamation taking effect from March 11, 2025.  UBL and Silk Bank shared this development through separate notices to the Pakistan …

    Source: Profit by Pakistan Today - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    Samba bank moves toward full islamic banking transition

    Samba Bank has decided to convert from conventional banking to a fully Islamic financial institution. The bank’s board has given in-principle approval for the transition. Now, it will submit its roadmap to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for approval. …

    Source: Daily Times - Center-left
  • Published on Mar 11, 2025

    KSE-100 sheds over 700 points as SBP pause rate cut

    Negative sentiments were observed at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index losing over 700 points following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision. At 10:25am, the benchmark index was hovering at 113,632.09 …

    Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    200 prize bond first draw of 2025 in Pakistan update

    FAISALABAD – The National Savings Centre, Faisalabad, is set to conduct the Rs200 prize bond draw on 17 March 2025 (Monday). The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) offers prize bonds of various denominations starting from Rs100 in value. The prize bonds can be …

    Source: Pakistan Observer - Pro-Government
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    PSX surges after Moody's revises Pakistani banks' outlook to positive

    The bourse surged on Thursday as investor sentiment soared, driven by growing optimism over a potential resolution to the circular debt crisis in the energy sector and a significant upgrade of Pakistani banks by Moody’s Ratings. Market momentum remained …

    Source: The News International - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    PM reaches out to heads of chambers of commerce across country

    ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that achieving economic stability was the first step while the journey of national development has begun now. The prime minister expressed these views during a meeting with presidents of …

    Source: The News International - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 13, 2025

    Govt raises Rs16bn from PIB auction, falls short of Rs350bn target

    The government raised Rs16 billion by auctioning fixed-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs) through the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), significantly missing its Rs350 billion target. According to results released by the SBP, bids for two- and three-year …

    Source: Profit by Pakistan Today - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 11, 2025

    Reevaluating the SBP Act’s impact

      THE Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a global commitment to end poverty, promote prosperity and protect the planet. Pakistan has adopted these goals through its National Assembly and aims to achieve them. Effective policies, strong governance and …

    Source: Pakistan Observer - Pro-Government
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Stocks dip as economic concerns prevail

    Listen to article KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday experienced a subdued trading session as the KSE-100 index closed marginally lower because of a lack of positive triggers. Market sentiment was weighed down by several economic factors, …

    Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Range-bound gold edges up by Rs500

    Listen to article KARACHI: After remaining stable for two days, gold prices in Pakistan edged higher on Wednesday, tracking gains in international markets. In the local market, the price of gold per tola rose by Rs500 to reach Rs306,500, while the rate for …

    Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 9, 2025

    SBP to announce monetary policy decision tomorrow

    The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will announce its second monetary policy of the year on Monday, March 10 as the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) convenes to review key economic indicators and fiscal conditions. The MPC will assess the overall financial …

    Source: The Nation - Label Pending
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Analysis:Pakistan pauses rate cuts, but likely not for long

    KARACHI : With inflation cooling, Pakistan's central bank hit pause on its multiple rounds of monetary easing that might have risked destabilising its currency or worsening the trade deficit. Economists said the government should shift its focus to …

    Source: Channel News Asia - Pro-Government
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Moody’s lifts Pakistani banks’ outlook on firm sovereign debt support

    Moody’s Ratings upgraded its outlook on Pakistan’s banking sector to positive, citing improved operating conditions and resilient financial performance, the agency said on Wednesday. The shift corresponds to the government’s (Caa2 positive) improved …

    Source: The News International - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Central bank holds interest rate cut, but easing likely ahead

    With inflation easing, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) opted to pause its series of rate cuts, which could potentially cause currency instability or an expanding trade deficit. Economists urged the government to prioritise economic reforms, emphasising …

    Source: The News International - Uncategorized
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Pakistan’s remittances projected to hit record $36bn by fiscal year-end: finance minister

    Pakistan is on track to receive a record $36 billion in remittances by the end of the fiscal year, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced. Speaking at a press conference alongside Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, he revealed that February alone …

    Source: Profit by Pakistan Today - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 12, 2025

    Pakistan's Textile Revolution: Leading the Charge in Sustainable Fashion

    By 2025, Pakistan’s textile industry has cemented its role as a global pioneer in sustainable fashion. As the world’s eighth-largest textile exporter, the nation has redefined its legacy sector, merging cutting-edge innovation with eco-conscious practices …

    Source: Fibre2fashion - Label Pending

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