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Islamabad, 9 February 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) today released its bi-annual Monetary Policy Report (MPR), providing a comprehensive review of macroeconomic developments, outlook, and factors guiding the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decisions since August 2025. The report highlights an improving macroeconomic environment, supported by prudent monetary policy …
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February, 2026
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9 February
Visa and HBL Announce Winners of 2026 She’s Next Program in Pakistan
Karachi, 9 February 2026: Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, in partnership with HBL, Pakistan’s premier private sector bank, announced the winners of the 2026 edition of the She’s Next program, celebrating women entrepreneurs across the country. The award ceremony took place at the Pearl Continental Hotel, …
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9 February
ABHI Microfinance Bank, 1LINK to launch 1GO Raast P2M Services for Merchants
ABHI Microfinance Bank Ltd. (Abhi MFB) has entered into a strategic partnership with 1LINK to roll out 1GO Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) services.
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9 February
EU and UNDP Launch Shaista Ikramullah Human Rights Education Centre in Lahore
Lahore, 9 February 2026: The European Union (EU), through its Huqooq-e-Pakistan II project, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has inaugurated the Shaista Ikramullah Human Rights Education Centre (SIHREC) in Lahore, aimed at promoting human rights education across Pakistan. The Centre is designed as an interdisciplinary hub …
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9 February
Meezan Bank Reports Rs. 89 Billion Profit for 2025, Declares Total Dividend of Rs. 28 Per Share
Karachi, February 9, 2025: Meezan Bank has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 89.0 billion, delivering a Return on Equity (ROE) of 34%. The Board of Directors, chaired by Mr. Riyadh S.A.A. Edrees, approved the financial statements …
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9 February
Meezan Bank Expands Correspondent Banking Network with PKR Vostro Account for Freedom Bank Kazakhstan
Karachi, February 9: Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the country’s largest financial institutions, has entered into an agreement with Freedom Bank Kazakhstan to establish a PKR Vostro Account, marking a significant step in strengthening correspondent banking ties between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. The signing ceremony took place …
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9 February
ABHI Microfinance Bank, 1LINK Partner to Launch 1GO Raast P2M Services for Merchants
Karachi: ABHI Microfinance Bank Ltd. (Abhi MFB) has entered into a strategic partnership with 1LINK to introduce 1GO Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) payment services, enabling merchants across Pakistan to accept instant digital payments through Raast QR technology. The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony attended by senior leadership from both …
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9 February
Saudia Transported 37 Million Guests in 2025, Marking Strong Operational Growth
Riyadh: Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, recorded robust operational growth in 2025, transporting approximately 37 million guests, a 6 percent increase compared to the previous year, as the airline continued expanding its global reach and transit connectivity through the Kingdom. According to Saudia’s operational performance report, the …
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2 February
ABHI Microfinance Bank, DigiKhata Partner to Unlock Financing for SMEs Across Pakistan
ABHI Microfinance Bank has signed a MoU with DigiKhata to enable structured financing solutions for businesses operating on DigiKhata’s platform.
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January, 2026
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28 January
ABHI Microfinance Bank, Zanda Join Hands to Expand Digital Loans in Pakistan
In a move aimed at widening access to small-ticket digital financing in Pakistan, ABHI Microfinance Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Zanda Financial Services (Pvt.) Ltd., a technology-enabled non-banking finance company, to deliver digital lending solutions through integrated digital platforms. The collaboration combines ABHI Microfinance Bank’s regulated banking …
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