Pakistan bank deposits double to Rs40.83tr in 4 years, but lending to govt raises growth concerns
First reported 17 Oct, 03:46 pmReported by
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Business RecorderDeposits held by Pakistan’s scheduled banks have nearly doubled to Rs40.83 trillion in September 2026 from Rs21 trillion four years ago, highlighting a massive expansion in the banking system’s…
Key figuresRs40.83trRs40.83 trillionRs21 trillion
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UBLUnited Bank Limited412.53+0.45%
MEBLMeezan Bank Limited545.82-0.48%
HBLHabib Bank Limited290.42+0.34%
MCBMCB Bank Limited374.53+0.93%
BAHLBank AL Habib Limited151.48+0.94%
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