Markets
Bank of Punjab posts record PKR 15.2B half-year profit on strong reforms
Surging deposits, higher margins, and a 294% share price rally underscore the bank’s turnaround
Sep 17, 2025
Sep 17, 2025
Surging deposits, higher margins, and a 294% share price rally underscore the bank’s turnaround
Gilani highlighted the structural reforms, international collaborations and initiatives that mark a significant shift from the federation’s troubled past
The credit outlook has also been revised to stable from positive
While the forecast suggests a modest economic pickup, it also reflects continued caution amid global and domestic challenges
SBP data shows the rupee has fallen over 2% YTD, lagging regional peers, though pressure has eased over the past three sessions on improved liquidity
World Bank VP meets Pakistan leadership, vows support for growth, reforms, and tackling climate, energy challenges
