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smeda
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Economy
SBP opens single digital portal for SME loan applications
From 1 November 2026 every SME financing request must be filed through SMEConnect, where applicants can track progress and see rejection reasons.
Economy
State Bank eases bank credit for small firms and farmers
Banks may now route SME and farm loans through microfinance and non-bank lenders acting as agents, with per-borrower ceilings of up to Rs5 million.
Economy
SMEDA, Daraz plan e-commerce training for SMEs
A Lahore meeting between the two organisations explored curriculum development, capacity building and targeted support for women-led businesses.
Economy
SMEDA increases outreach to women chambers across Pakistan
The authority said the move is part of efforts to promote women entrepreneurship and improve access to business support services, but gave no specifics.
