Defence and Behbood Savings Certificate profit rates revised for September 2026

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1. 23 Oct 2026 83% related

   11 outlets · 3 developments

   National Savings schemes see increased profit rates

   Most outlets led with the announcement of increased profit rates across multiple National Savings Schemes. Business Recorder highlighted the inclusion of pensioners, senior citizens, and families of martyrs in the revised rates, while Daily Times focused on the specific percentage increases and basis point changes. Both provided factual details about the adjustments but framed the emphasis slightly differently.

2. 2 Oct 2026 79% related

   6 outlets

   Government revises profit rates upward on National Savings schemes

   Most outlets reported that the government increased profit rates on National Savings schemes, with some noting the specific幅度 of the rise, such as a 12-74 basis point increase. A few also highlighted the Special Savings Certificates as the scheme with the largest boost. The framing was largely consistent across outlets, focusing on the revision and its implications for savers, though the level of detail varied — some provided specific percentages and scheme names, while others offered more general summaries.

3. 20 Sep 2026 82% related

   2 outlets

   Government revises profit rates for Defence Savings Certificates

   Most outlets reported the government's revision of profit rates for Defence Savings Certificates, noting that a Rs100,000 investment will mature at Rs300,000 after 10 years. The Express Tribune led with the change in profit rates and provided the specific figures, while ARY News (English) mentioned the revision in the context of the September 2026 schedule and also included the maturity details. Both framed the update as a financial adjustment without additional commentary.