Bank Alfalah has pumped Rs 1.2 billion into its brokerage subsidiary. Why now? 

The capital injection comes after Alfalah CLSA's equity turned negative due to a disastrous 2023

Standard Chartered is by far the most cost-efficient bank in Pakistan. But should this be celebrated?

While the bank has become cost-effective, it has come at the cost of stagnant growth in deposit mobilisation

Is MDR creating a two-tiered banking system?

Recent results show how the banking sector differs for different participants

No plan to change banknotes from paper to plastic: SBP 

Central bank categorically refutes the news about the issuance of polymer banknotes

SBP launches probe into circulation of misprinted currency notes

Karachi bank branch discovers defective currency; SBP assures public of rigorous security features

What lies ahead for Muhammad Aurangzeb? 

The new finance minister faces the toughest negotiation of his career as he takes the driving seat. 

In a remarkable act of national service, Muhammad Aurangzeb steps down as President & CEO – HBL

Muhammad Nassir Salim, currently the Chief Operating Officer of HBL will assume the responsibilities of President & CEO of the bank 

Moody’s changes outlook to stable for the banking sector

The view comes on the back of macro challenges which are expected to ease in the coming year

SBP injects Rs7.63trn into market through OMOs

Rs 7.51 trillion was injected through reverse repo, Rs 120.5 billion through modaraba-based OMO

Moody’s upgrades outlook on Pakistan’s banking sector to stable  

Agency anticipates the country's economy will grow by 2% in 2024, with inflation expected to decrease from 29% to 23%

Has UBL paved the way for other banks to maximize arbitrage opportunities?

The recent financials of the banking juggernaut unveil a significant risk appetite

UAE’s BUNA payment system to expand, including new currencies

The UAE-based BUNA, a cross-border payment platform, is set to broaden its reach by incorporating currencies from Pakistan, India, China, and various...

The rate cycle has pulled the plug on private credit. Is there any recourse?

High policy rate deter private sector borrowing while banks divert liquidity towards government securities

High profits expected for banking sector on back of interest rate 

Bank Alfalah has registered an increase of 123% in EPS since last year. Others may see similar growth

Driven by historic growth in deposits, MCB posted highest ever Profit Before Tax of Rs. 125.2bn (+75%) for the year 2023

The Board of Directors of MCB Bank Limited (MCB) in its meeting under the Chairmanship of Mian Mohammad Mansha, on February 06,...