Pakistan is poised to secure a substantial Rs10.10 trillion in bank loans through the sale of treasury bills and bonds during the second quarter (October-December) of FY2025, as it grapples with rising funding demands to finance its budget deficit and meet outstanding debt obligations.
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SBP Revamps Criteria for Conversion of Conventional to Islamic Banking Branches
Karachi, October 1, 2024 – In a significant development aimed at promoting Islamic banking, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the criteria for converting conventional banking branches into Islamic banking branches.
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SBP Doubles Bank Guarantee Amount to Rs 1 Million per Depositor
Karachi, October 1, 2024 – In a significant move to fortify depositor protection, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Tuesday that the guarantee amount for depositors has been increased to Rs 1 million per depositor, per bank. This marks a doubling of the previous protected deposit amount, which stood at Rs 500,000.
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SBP Issues Foreign Exchange Rates for October 1, 2024
Today, October 1, 2024, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) disclosed the foreign exchange rates for customers, establishing a vital reference point for cross-border transactions.
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SBP Mandates Stringent Guidelines for Further Sugar Exports
Karachi, October 1, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) issued a comprehensive directive on Tuesday, instructing banks and authorized dealers (ADs) to adhere to new regulations concerning the export of an additional 100,000 metric tons (MT) of sugar.
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SBP Accepts Rs 351 Billion in MTBs Buyback Auction
Karachi, October 1, 2024 – In a significant financial maneuver, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has accepted bids totaling Rs 351 billion in a buyback auction of Market Treasury Bills (MTBs). This strategic move is seen as a vital step towards reprofiling the government’s short-term debt and bolstering liquidity within the financial system.
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SBP Issues Foreign Exchange Rates for September 30, 2024
Today, September 30, 2024, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) disclosed the foreign exchange rates for customers, establishing a vital reference point for cross-border transactions.
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SBP Receives First Tranche from IMF’s $7 Billion Loan Program
Karachi, September 27, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Friday that it has received the first tranche of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) $7 billion loan program.
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SBP Issues Foreign Exchange Rates for September 27, 2024
Today, September 27, 2024, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) disclosed the foreign exchange rates for customers, establishing a vital reference point for cross-border transactions.
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SBP Announces Buyback Auction for Market Treasury Bills
Karachi, September 27, 2024 – In a significant move aimed at managing public debt and liquidity in the financial markets, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced its decision to conduct an auction for the buyback of Market Treasury Bills (MTBs).
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