Askari Bank Limited has released its unconsolidated condensed interim financial statements for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2026, showing a year-on-year increase in profit and revenue amidst a challenging macroeconomic environment.
- Period: Nine months ended September 30, 2026 (Unaudited)
- Revenue: PKR 89,025M, up 14% from PKR 78,340M in 2025
- Net Profit (PAT): PKR 20,507M, a 14% increase from PKR 18,064M in 2025
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): PKR 14.15, compared to PKR 12.46 in the previous year
- Operating profit: PKR 41,697M, slightly down from PKR 44,157M in 2025
- Administrative expenses rose by 38% to PKR 47,328M, reflecting ongoing investments in growth
- Total assets increased by 6% to PKR 3.1 trillion, with customer deposits at PKR 1.8 trillion
- Capital adequacy ratio: 18.04%, well above regulatory requirements
- The bank's long-term rating upgraded to AAA by PACRA, indicating strong financial health
- Interim cash dividend of PKR 2 per share announced for the period