Tag: Islamic finance Pakistan

State Bank of Pakistan and IBA CEIF Convene Shariah Advisors Forum 2026 to Advance Maqasid Financial Intermediation

State Bank of Pakistan partners with IBA CEIF to host the Shariah Advisors Forum 2026 in Karachi, advancing Shariah governance and Maqasid-based financial intermediation.

Walee Financial Services Becomes Pakistan’s First Shariah-Compliant Digital Nano-Financing NBFC

Walee Financial Services becomes Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant digital nano-financing NBFC, promoting ethical, transparent, and socially responsible financial services while advancing financial inclusion.

Pakistan’s Power Sector Strengthens with Launch of First Retail Sukuk by K-Electric

K-Electric has launched Pakistan’s first-ever retail sukuk, a Shariah-compliant short-term debt instrument, offering new opportunities for public investors while supporting the power sector’s financing needs.

Pakistan Launches First-Ever Retail Listed Short-Term Sukuk with Innovative KE Bill Adjustment Feature

Pakistan introduces its first-ever retail listed short-term Sukuk, offering Shariah-compliant investment with high returns, tradability, and a unique KE electricity bill adjustment feature. Backed by strong credit ratings and multiple Shariah endorsements, the Sukuk is a major step toward expanding retail participation in Islamic capital markets.

Visa Partners with Raqami Islamic Digital Bank to Launch Shariah-Compliant Card Portfolio and Drive Financial Inclusion in Pakistan

Visa has partnered with Raqami Islamic Digital Bank, Pakistan’s first Islamic digital retail bank, to launch a secure, Shariah-compliant card portfolio aimed at expanding financial access for underserved communities through a mobile-first, digital banking platform.