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Charter Award Ceremony 2026 - Lahore

By Shalalae George posted 2 days ago
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CFA Society Pakistan proudly hosted a Charter Award Ceremony in Lahore, celebrating the newest cohort of CFA charterholders who are set to shape the future of finance.  We were honored to welcome Muhammad Nauman Chughtai — President & CEO, MCB Bank Ltd — as the Chief Guest, who conferred the CFA charters upon these exceptional professionals, marking a significant milestone in their careers.  The evening brought together distinguished guests and members of the CFA community to celebrate excellence, achievement, and leadership in the investment profession. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the new charterholders and sincere thanks to ...
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Charter Award Ceremony 2026 - Karachi

By Shalalae George posted 2 days ago
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CFA Society Pakistan proudly hosted a Charter Award Ceremony in Karachi, celebrating the newest cohort of CFA charterholders who are poised to shape the future of finance.  We were honored to welcome Ali Farid Khwaja, CFA - Commissioner SECP as Chief Guest, who conferred the CFA charters to these outstanding professionals, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The evening brought together distinguished guests and members of the CFA community in celebration of excellence, achievement, and leadership in the investment profession. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the new charterholders and sincere thanks to all who made this event ...
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Charter Award Ceremony 2026 - Islamabad

By Shalalae George posted 2 days ago
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CFA Society Pakistan proudly celebrated the achievements of its newest cohort of CFA charterholders at Charter Award Ceremony held in Islamabad, recognizing the dedication, perseverance, and excellence required to earn one of the investment profession’s most respected credentials. We were honored to welcome Ali Farid Khwaja – Commissioner SECP as Chief Guest, who conferred the charter awards and shared valuable insights on the evolving role of finance professionals in Pakistan’s economic landscape. The evening brought together senior industry leaders, CFA charterholders, and members of the financial community to celebrate professional achievement and a strong ...
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The ME Conflict: Likely Impact on Pakistan’s Economy

By Hafsa Khalid posted 11 days ago
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CFA Society Pakistan presented a seminar on “The ME Conflict: Likely Impact on Pakistan’s Economy” 🎙️ Speaker: Sakib Sherani – CEO Macro Economics Insight The session explored how regional developments may shape Pakistan’s economic outlook—covering remittances, energy supply, exports, financial support, and macroeconomic stability. It also provideed a forward-looking view of growth, inflation, exchange rate trends, SBP policy direction, and IMF engagement (FY26–FY28). ...
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CareerFest 2026 - Islamabad

By Hafsa Khalid posted 12 days ago
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted CareerFest 2026 in Islamabad—a platform bringing together industry leaders, CFA charterholders, and aspiring finance professionals for meaningful dialogue on careers and growth in the investment profession. 🌟 🔹 Career Talks Alamgir Kadir, CFA | Eraj Hashmi, CFA | Ammar Habib Khan, CFA, FRM | Usman Khalid Moderator: Sarwat Ahson 🔹 Charterholders Connect Ali Adnan, CFA | Shahlimar Omar Shahzad , CFA | Muhammad Noman, CFA Moderator: Nayab Babar, CFA An engaging exchange of insights, experiences, and perspectives shaping careers in finance. 🚀 🔹 Financial Modelling in the Age of AI Ian ...
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CareerFest 2026 - Karachi

By Hafsa Khalid posted 17 Apr, 2026
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted CareerFest 2026—an engaging platform for learning and career growth. 🔹 Voices from the Field Panelists: M. Ghazanfar Sakrani, CFA, FMVA, Misbah Pervaiz, CFA, Syeda Sharmeen Ahmed, CFA, Saroash Saleem, CFA, Shahmeer Masud CFA, Shoaib Khalid, CFA Moderator: Dr. Sana Tauseef 🔹 Career Glow-Up Speaker: Raheela Narejo 🔹 The Hiring Lens Panelists: Pouru Sidhwa, Syed Wajahat Hashmi - CHRP, CHRM, CIR, Rukhsana Narejo, CFA Moderator: Sarwat Ahson Find the complete album link here: https://tinyurl.com/542jvsrs ...
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Pakistan's Strategic Position: Navigating Regional Conflicts and Geopolitical Uncertainties

By Hafsa Khalid posted 06 Apr, 2026
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted an exclusive seminar on “Pakistan's Strategic Position: Navigating Regional Conflicts and Geopolitical Uncertainties” in Islamabad, with live Zoom participation in Karachi and Lahore. The session delivered a compelling analysis of regional dynamics and their implications for Pakistan’s future, followed by insightful and forward-looking discussions.  The seminar featured Mr. Humza Jilani as the speaker and was moderated by Mr. Asif Ali Qureshi, CFA, Director – CFA Society Pakistan. Find the complete album here: https://lnkd.in/dFezmrWJ
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Global Trends and Their Influence on Local Capital Markets” with Mr. Yousuf Nazar — discussing how evolving global dyn

By Hafsa Khalid posted 18 Feb, 2026
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CFA Society Pakistan, in collaboration with Pakistan Stock Exchange - PSX, hosted an insightful seminar on “Global Trends and Their Influence on Local Capital Markets” with Mr. Yousuf Nazar — discussing how evolving global dynamics shape local capital markets and what it means for investors in Pakistan.
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Development of Debt Capital Markets in Pakistan

By Hafsa Khalid posted 13 Feb, 2026
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CFA Society Pakistan, in collaboration with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) holded a roundtable discussion with key stakeholders on the development of debt capital markets in Pakistan. Ministry of Finance - Pakistan SECP PSX
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CFA Institute Research Challenge 2025-26 (Pakistan Final)

By Hafsa Khalid posted 04 Feb, 2026
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An exciting and highly competitive CFA Institute Research Challenge 2025-26: Pakistan Final concluded with remarkable valuation reports and presentations from university teams across the country. Congratulations to KSBL for winning the challenge, and to National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences - Islamabad for securing the runner-up position.
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Markets in 2026

By Hafsa Khalid posted 04 Feb, 2026
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted an exclusive seminar, “Markets in 2026,” featuring distinguished leaders from Pakistan’s capital markets. The session offered valuable, forward-looking insights on market dynamics, investment outlooks, and the evolving regulatory environment, fostering informed dialogue among industry professionals. 🎤 Speakers: Mr. Waleed Saigol — CEO, Maple Leaf Capital Limited Mr. Farrukh Sabzwari — CEO, Pakistan Stock Exchange - PSX Mr. Imtiaz Gadar, CFA — CEO, Al Meezan Investment Management Limited Ms. Iffat Z. Mankani — CEO, JS Investments Mr. Ali Farid Khwaja — CEO, Critical Metals PLC Mr. Muhammad Asim, CFA — President, ...
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The CFA Society Pakistan Ethics Challenge 2025 - 26 Final

By Hafsa Khalid posted 04 Feb, 2026
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The CFA Society Pakistan Ethics Challenge 2025 - 26 Final in Karachi was a day reflecting on the importance of learning to apply ethical frameworks on real world scenarios. We thank all our participants, esteemed judges and faculty! Congratulations to Institute of Business Administration on winning the CFA Society Pakistan Ethics Challenge 2025-26! A well-deserved victory. A big congratulations also to the runners-up LUMS and all the remaining teams for their hard work and dedication.
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Speaker Session - Investing Beyond the Cycle - Global Themes of 2026 and Beyond

By Hafsa Khalid posted 10 Dec, 2025
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CFA Society Pakistan and Pakistan Stock Exchange - PSX jointly hosted a session with Mr. Ali Naqvi, on “Investing Beyond the Cycle: Global Themes for 2026 and Beyond”. The talk highlighted key global trends and forward-looking investment themes that will influence markets in 2026 and beyond.
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Powering Growth Through Exports & PakistanMacroeconomic Outlook

By Hafsa Khalid posted 10 Dec, 2025
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted an insightful seminar on “Powering Growth Through Exports & Pakistan’s Macroeconomic Outlook” with leading World Bank Economists, bringing forward bold ideas and fresh perspectives for Pakistan’s economic future. Thank you to our distinguished speakers: • Hamza Sadiq • Anna Twum • Mukhtar ul Hasan And our moderator: • Asif Ali Qureshi, CFA Find the complete album link here: https://lnkd.in/eFk33nCY
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22nd Annual Excellence Awards

By Hafsa Khalid posted 18 Nov, 2025
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Mr. Jameel Ahmad, Governor, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), graced the event as Chief Guest at the 22nd Annual Excellence Awards by CFA Society Pakistan as the Chief Guest. Thank you for making the 22nd Annual Excellence Awards hosted by the CFA Society Pakistan a successful event. Please find the pictures of the awards ceremony on the link below: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.918958317123290&type=3
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Unlocking the Potential of Pakistan’s Mining Sector

By Hafsa Khalid posted 20 Oct, 2025
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted a strategically significant seminar on “Unlocking the Potential of Pakistan’s Mining Sector” on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 in Karachi. The session brought together leading voices from the mining, investment, and sustainability sectors to explore the critical role of mining in Pakistan’s economic development. Speakers shared insights on emerging opportunities, sustainable practices, and the evolving financial and regulatory landscape shaping the sector’s growth. Distinguished speakers included: Shamsuddin Shaikh – CEO, NRL Amir Iqbal – SECMC Zarrar Jamali – Country Manager, Reko Diq Mohammad Saqib – CFO, HUBCO Waleed ...
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Climate Finance & Sustainability-Linked Financial Instruments - Lahore

By Hafsa Khalid posted 20 Oct, 2025
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted an engaging session on “Climate Finance & Sustainability-Linked Financial Instruments” on Thursday, 9 October 2025 in Lahore. This session equipped participants with practical insights into climate finance sources and highlighted the catalytic role of capital markets in advancing sustainable development. Discussions also covered key frameworks and regulatory environments enabling the effective deployment of climate finance in Pakistan and beyond.
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Training on “AI x Financial Analysis: Build PSXGPT from Scratch and Modify It.

By Hafsa Khalid posted 12 Aug, 2025
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CFA Society Pakistan hosted two cohorts of its hands-on training titled “AI x Financial Analysis: Build PSXGPT from Scratch” in Karachi—Cohort 1 on August 6, 2025, and Cohort 2 on August 11, 2025. These full-day sessions empowered participants to build their own AI assistant for analyzing PSX filings, all without requiring prior coding experience. Led by Isfandiyar Shaheen , the workshop effectively combined financial modeling with artificial intelligence in a practical and accessible format, opening new avenues for tech-driven analysis in Pakistan’s capital markets.
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Training on "Fixed Income Securities -Treasury Management” for 1Link.

By Hafsa Khalid posted 25 Jul, 2025
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This training offered a comprehensive understanding of conventional and Islamic fixed income securities, covering bonds, sukuk, and money market instruments. Participants learnt about pricing, yield calculations, and risk assessment, while exploring macroeconomic influences, regulatory frameworks, and portfolio management strategies. The program also covers advanced topics like securitization and Islamic finance structures, equipping attendees to build and evaluate fixed income portfolios with a focus on performance and compliance.
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Seminar on “Reforms and Privatisation to Unfold the Investment Cycle”

By Hafsa Khalid posted 26 May, 2025
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Seminar on " “Reforms and Privatisation to Unfold the Investment Cycle.” CFA Society Pakistan successfully hosted a focused and insightful seminar in Lahore on “Reforms and Privatisation to Unfold the Investment Cycle,” bringing together key voices at the intersection of policy, regulation, and investment.   At a time when Pakistan's economic challenges require bold decisions and fresh thinking, this seminar aimed to spark an honest conversation about what meaningful reform looks like — and how privatisation can become a tool to build credibility, attract capital, and restore investor confidence.   The seminar featured:   ...
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