Meezan Bank Limited, Pakistan's first and largest Islamic commercial bank, was founded in 1997 as Al Meezan Investment Bank and converted to a full-fledged commercial bank in 2002. Since then, it has grown to become a leading Islamic bank with over 900 branches, numerous awards, and a strong presence on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.
Chronological Storyline (31 Milestones)
1991 CE
Al Meezan Investment Advisors Founded
Al Meezan Investment Advisors is established as a pioneer in Islamic finance in Pakistan. #IslamicBanking #Pakistan
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1997 CE
Al Meezan Investment Bank Incorporated
Al Meezan Investment Bank is incorporated as an investment bank, laying the groundwork for future Islamic commercial banking. #IslamicFinance #Pakistan
2002 CE
Receives Commercial Banking License
Meezan Bank receives a commercial banking license from the State Bank of Pakistan, transforming into the country's first full-fledged Islamic commercial bank. #IslamicBanking #Pakistan
2002 CE
First Branch Opens in Karachi
Meezan Bank opens its first branch in Karachi, marking the operational launch of its Islamic banking services. #IslamicBanking #Karachi
2003 CE
Introduces First Islamic Credit Card in Pakistan
Meezan Bank launches the first Shariah-compliant credit card in Pakistan, in partnership with American Express. #IslamicFinance #CreditCard
2004 CE
Launches Meezan Kifala Savings Account
Meezan Bank introduces the Meezan Kifala savings account, a profit-and-loss sharing product for retail customers. #IslamicBanking #Savings
2005 CE
Launches First Islamic Mutual Fund Unit
Meezan Bank's asset management arm launches the Meezan Income Fund, Pakistan's first Shariah-compliant income fund. #MutualFund #IslamicFinance
2006 CE
Wins First 'Best Islamic Bank' Award
Meezan Bank receives the 'Best Islamic Bank in Pakistan' award from Islamic Finance News, a reputation it would uphold for years. #Award #IslamicBanking
2007 CE
Listed on Karachi Stock Exchange
Meezan Bank completes its initial public offering and lists on the Karachi Stock Exchange (now Pakistan Stock Exchange). #IPO #StockExchange
2007 CE
Opens 50th Branch
Meezan Bank reaches the milestone of 50 branches across Pakistan, expanding its footprint. #BranchExpansion #Pakistan
2008 CE
Deposits Cross Rs. 50 Billion
Meezan Bank's deposits surpass Rs. 50 billion, reflecting strong customer trust in its Islamic banking model. #Deposits #Growth
2009 CE
Launches Meezan Rozana Munafa Account
Meezan Bank introduces the Rozana Munafa (daily profit) savings account, offering daily profit distribution to depositors. #Savings #IslamicBanking
2010 CE
Becomes Largest Islamic Bank in Pakistan
Meezan Bank achieves the position of the largest Islamic bank in Pakistan by deposits and assets. #Largest #IslamicBank
2011 CE
Introduces Meezan Business Plus Account
Meezan Bank launches a dedicated business account for small and medium enterprises, strengthening its corporate banking. #BusinessAccount #SME
2012 CE
Launches Meezan Mobile App
Meezan Bank launches its first mobile banking application, allowing customers to access accounts and perform transactions. #MobileBanking #Digital
2013 CE
Branch Network Reaches 200
Meezan Bank expands to 200 branches, doubling its network in six years. #BranchExpansion #Growth