Bank of Punjab Announces Profit Growth for Q1 2025

The Bank of Punjab (BOP) has revealed a 6% rise in its profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter concluding on March 31, 2025. This is in comparison to the profit reported during the corresponding period last year, according to the consolidated financial results shared with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday.

BOP’s PAT reached Rs1.79 billion in Jan-Mar 2025, up from Rs1.69 billion in Jan-Mar 2024.

The bank’s earning per share (EPS) stood at Re0.53 per share for the quarter, compared to Re0.50 in the same period of the prior year.

Key Financial Highlights

During this time frame, BOP’s net interest income was Rs15.05 billion, a 75% surge from the Rs8.58 billion registered in the equivalent period last year.

The foreign exchange income experienced substantial growth, climbing from Rs207.50 million to Rs577.06 million during the quarter.

Overall, BOP’s total income saw a 60% increase, reaching Rs19.56 billion in Jan-March 2025, a significant jump from the previous Rs12.25 billion in the same period of the prior year.