Category: Affairs

PACRA Upgrades the Entity Ratings of National Rural Support Programme

Lahore: The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA) has upgraded the entity ratings of the National Rural Support Programme (NRSP), citing a diversified financial structure and effective risk management systems. NRSP’s financial foundation is bolstered by microfinance operations, local and international donor grants, and investment returns, contributing to a stable

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Exchange Rates Show Stability in Pakistan’s Open Market

Karachi: The Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP) reported the closing exchange rates for several major currencies in the open market as of July 15, 2025. The figures indicate a stable exchange environment for the buying and selling of foreign currencies. According to State Bank of Pakistan, the buying rate

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KIBOR Rates for 2025 Released by State Bank of Pakistan

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has released the Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR) for the upcoming financial year, ul-2025. The KIBOR rates are a key indicator for various banking activities, reflecting the interest rates at which banks are willing to lend to one another. According to State Bank of

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PACRA Maintains Stability Rating of MCB DCF Fixed Return Fund II

Lahore: PACRA has sustained the stability rating of the MCB DCF Fixed Return Fund II, noting its conservative financial structure. The Fund has invested approximately 99.66% of its assets in Government-rated instruments, which underscores a strong commitment to maintaining a low-risk profile. Additionally, 0.28% of the assets are allocated to

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PACRA Maintains Stability Rating of MCB DCF Fixed Return Fund III

Lahore: PACRA has reaffirmed the stability rating of MCB DCF Fixed Return Fund III, reflecting the fund’s strategic focus on low-risk investments. The fund’s portfolio is primarily composed of short-term sovereign instruments, with an overwhelming 99.6% invested in Treasury Bills. A minimal 0.3% of the fund’s assets are placed with

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