Money and banking drive economic activity by facilitating transactions, savings, and investments. Banks manage financial resources, offer credit, and regulate money supply, ensuring stability and growth in Pakistan’s financial sector.
Islamabad, March 3, 2026 – During a review meeting chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday, officials reported that the number of individuals benefiting from digital banking in Pakistan has surpassed 127 million.
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Karachi, March 1, 2026: The Pakistani rupee, which has shown relative stability against the US dollar in recent months, faces renewed uncertainty following escalating tensions in the Middle East.
(more…)Karachi, February 27, 2026 – The Pakistani rupee (PKR) strengthened by three paisa against the US dollar (USD) on Friday, despite ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Karachi, February 26, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued instructions to commercial banks to assist taxpayers in the payment of government duties and taxes for February 2026. The circular, issued on Thursday, outlines special arrangements for both over-the-counter and digital payments to ensure smooth tax collection.
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Karachi, February 26, 2026: Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited (SCBPL) on Thursday reported a sharp 37% decline in net profit for the calendar year ended December 31, 2025, mainly due to a significant fall in interest income, lower gains on securities, and rising operating costs.
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Islamabad: The Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat has approved the Virtual Assets Bill, 2025, paving the way for a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and virtual asset services in Pakistan.
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Karachi, February 25, 2026 — The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Wednesday announced its financial results for the calendar year 2025, declaring its highest-ever cash dividend of Rs35 per share, supported by record profitability and strong operational performance.
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Karachi, February 25, 2026 — United Bank Limited (UBL) on Wednesday announced its financial results for the calendar year 2025, reporting a massive 73% surge in net profit, driven by strong growth in net interest income and robust balance sheet performance.
(more…)Karachi, February 24, 2026 – The Pakistani rupee (PKR) strengthened to Rs279.52 against the US dollar at the close of Tuesday’s interbank foreign exchange market, reflecting growing market confidence and improved foreign currency inflows.
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Karachi, February 24, 2026 – JS Bank Limited announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting a slight decline in net profit to Rs2.80 billion, down from Rs2.85 billion in the previous year. The annual earnings per share (EPS) also eased to Rs1.36 from Rs1.39.
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