KARACHI – Banks’ investments have surpassed deposits for first time in the history of Pakistani banks. Banks’ investments skyrocketed 30% in just one year, reaching Rs37,910 billion. Economists warn this could reshape the banking sector, as surging investments and shrinking loans may impact credit availability, interest rates, and overall economic growth. Pakistan’s banks are now walking a financial tightrope, investments are booming, deposits are growing, but lending is shrinking. The coming months could reveal whether this high-stakes bet pays off or triggers turbulence in the banking sector.