KARACHI: Bank Alfalah Limited (BAFL) reported a 42.8 percent year-on-year increase in profit after tax to PKR 30.61 billion during the first nine months of 2026 (9M’26), compared to the same period last year. Earnings per share also rose to PKR 9.71 from PKR 6.80 in 9M’25.
The Board of Directors of BAFL, in its meeting held on October 22, 2026, approved the Bank’s financial results. The Board also declared a third interim cash dividend of PKR 1.50/- per share (30 pc), cumulatively bringing the cash dividend payout for the nine-months period to PKR 4.50/- per share (90 pc).
Growth in bottom line was driven primarily by capital gains, improved net interest income, and contained expenses while fully maintaining alignment with core strategic objectives.
Total deposits remained above the 2.5 trillion mark and closed at PKR 2.62 trillion with 20.8 percent YoY growth. While current deposits reached PKR 1.10 trillion, reflecting an increase of 16.9 percent YoY. The gross loan book of the Bank also grew to PKR 1.20 trillion, an 11.3 percent YoY increase on account of expansion across SME, Agri, and Consumer segments.
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