KARACHI: The Bank of Punjab’s profit before tax rose 14 per cent to Rs4.01 billion from Rs3.51bn, said a press release.

The board of directors “lauded the exceptional performance of the bank, which has not only exceeded expectations but also delivered unprecedented financial results across all key performance areas”. The board reviewed and approved the unaudited financial statements for the first quarter ended March 31.

BankIslami pre-tax profit

BankIslami on Tuesday announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, said a press release issued which did not mention the profit after tax.

The bank reported a profit before tax (PBT) of Rs5.49bn, 6.3pc growth in total income and a significant 98pc increase in non-fund-based income, reflecting a strong start to the year and successful execution of its diversification strategy.

Published in Dawn, April 23rd, 2025

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