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Grindlays Bank Limited
Annual Report 1998
AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE DIRECTORS
We have audited the annexed balance sheet of the Pakistan Branches of ANZ Grindlays Bank Limited as at 31 December 1998 and the related profit and loss account and
cash flow statement, together with the notes forming part thereof for the year then ended, in which are incorporated the unaudited certified returns from the branches
except for five branches which have been audited by us and we state that we have obtained all the information and explanations which to the best of our knowledge and
belief were necessary for the purposes of our audit and, after due verification thereof, found them satisfactory and, we report that:
(a) in our opinion proper books of account have been kept by the branches as required by the Companies Ordinance, 1984, and, the returns referred to above received
from the branches have been found adequate for the purposes of our audit;
(b) in our opinion:
i) the balance sheet and profit and loss account together with the notes thereon have been drawn up in conformity with the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962,
and the Companies Ordinance, 1984, and are in agreement with the books of account and are further in accordance with accounting policies consistently applied;
ii) the expenditure incurred during the year was for the purpose of the branches business; and
iii) the business conducted, investments made and the expenditure incurred during the year were in accordance with the objects of the branches and the transac-
tions of the branches which have come to our notice have been within the powers of the branches;
(c) in our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us the balance sheet profit and loss account and cash flow statement,
together with the notes forming part thereof give the information required by the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962, and the Companies Ordinance, 1984, in the
manner so required and except for the effect of matter referred in note 19.4 give a true and fair view of the state of the branches' affairs as at 31 December 1998,
and their true balance of the profit before incorporating head office general expenses and their cash flows for the year than ended;
(d) in our opinion, Zakat deductible at source under the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance, 1980 was deducted by the branches and deposited in the Central Zakat Fund estab-
lished under Section 7 of that Ordinance.
Karachi: Taseer Hadi Khalid & Co.
Date: 19 March, 1999 Chartered Accountants
BALANCE SHEET AS AT DECEMBER 31, 1998
Note 1998 1997
Rupees in '000
ASSETS
Cash 4 5,288,912 6,560,492
Balances with other banks 5 86,168 111,898
Investments 6 10,678,343 11,150,617
Advances-net of provision 7 15,968,727 15,156,789
Operating fixed assets 8 83,092 69,924
Capital work in progress 9 120,881 90,141
Other assets 10 1,564,291 1,772,929
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33,790,414 34,912,790
LIABILITIES
Deposits and other accounts 11 28,483,717 30,497,618
Borrowings from other banks, agents etc. 12 1,354,899 493,956
Bills payable 211,488 526,089
Other liabilities 13 2,609,648 2,451,552
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32,659,752 33,969,215
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NET ASSETS 1,130,662 943,575
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REPRESENTED BY
Head office capital account 14 - -
Reserve fund & other reserves 15 15,018 15,018
Unremitted profit 1,106,188 919,101
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1,121,206 934,119
Surplus on revaluation of fixed assets 9,456 9,456
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1,130,662 943,575
========== ==========
MEMORANDUM ITEMS
Bills for collection 16 264,649 322,855
Acceptances, endorsements and other
obligations 3,687,381 5,283,601
Contingent liabilities and commitments 17
The annexed notes form an integral part of these accounts
Azhar Hamid Asif S Sindhu
Country Head, Pakistan Head of Finance, Pakistan
PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
Note 1998 1997
Rupees in '000
Mark up/interest and discount and/or return earned 4,974,817 4,494,320
Less: Cost/Return on deposits, borrowings etc. 3,427,958 2,770,880
---------- ----------
1,546,859 1,723,440
Fees, commission & brokerage 517,103 426,760
Dividend income 20,823 10,454
Other operating income 18 269,082 201,449
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807,008 638,663
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Total Operating Income 2,353,867 2,362,103
Operating Expenses
Administrative expenses 19 808,517 801,659
Provisions against non-performing advances 7.2 184,221 122,606
Provision for diminution in value of investments 13,158 2,658
Other provisions 4,221 2,776
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1,010,117 929,699
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1,343,750 1,432,404
Other Income 20 16,027 9,090
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1,359,777 1,441,494
Other charges 2,190 2,621
Profit before taxation ---------- ----------
1,357,587 1,438,873
Taxation-Current 22 759,954 799,500
-Prior years 60,546 -
---------- ----------
820,500 799,500
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Profit after taxation 537,087 639,373
Unremitted profit brought forward 919,010 712,797
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Unremitted profit 1,456,188 1,352,170
Remittance of profit to head office 350,000 433,069
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Unremitted profit carried forward 1,106,188 919,101
========== ==========
The annexed notes form an-integral part of these accounts
Azhar Hamid Asif S Sindhu
Country Head, Pakistan Head of Finance, Pakistan
CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
Note 1998 1997
Rupees in '000
CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit before tax 1,357,587 1,438,873
Add/(Less): Profit on sale of fixed assets (7,943) -
Dividend income (20,823) (10,454)
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1,328,821 1,428,419
Adjustment for non-cash charges
Depreciation 10,913 10,599
Provision for diminution in the value of investments 13,158 2,658
Provision against non-performing advances 184,221 122,606
Provision for frauds and forgeries 1,802 2,776
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210,094 138,639
(Increase)/Decrease in operating assets
Advances (996,159) (3,911,399)
Investment securities 459,116 957,582
Other assets (excluding advances tax) 581,056 (339,683)
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44,013 (3,392,500)
Increase/(Decrease) in operating liabilities
Deposits and other accounts (2,013,901) 4,516,481
Bills payable (314,601) 263,491
Other liabilities (excluding capital) 74,699 64,565
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(2,253,803) 4,844,537
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Cash flow before tax (670,875) 3,118,095
Income tax paid 1,192,918 985,287
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Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities (1,863,793) 2,132,808
CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Dividend Income 20,823 10,454
Fixed capital expenditure (55,224) (20,232)
Sale proceeds of fixed assets 8,346 -
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Net Cash Used in Investment Activities (26,055) (9,778)
CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Borrowings from other banks and agents etc 860,943 (337,890)
Increase in capital on account of-Revaluation 81,595 164,445
         -Additional placement - 116,302
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Remittance to Head Office (350,000) (433,069)
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Net Cash Flow from Finance Activities 592,538 (490,212)
Increase/(Decrease) in cash and cash equivalent for the year (1,297,310) 1,632,818
Cash and cash equivalent at the beginning of the year 6,672,390 5,039,572
---------- ----------
Cash and cash equivalent at the end of December 31 5,375,080 6,672,390
========== ==========
Cash and Cash Equivalent (includes)
Cash 5,288,912 6,560,492
Balances with Other banks 86,168 111,898
---------- ----------
5,375,080 6,672,390
========== ==========
Azhar Hamid Asif S Sindhu
Country Head, Pakistan Head of Finance, Pakistan
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
1. STATUS AND NATURE OF BUSINESS
ANZ Grindlays Bank Ltd is a foreign banking company operating in Pakistan
through a network of fifteen branches, having its registered office in the State of
Victoria, Australia.
2. BASIS OF PRESENTATION
In accordance with the directives of the Federal Government regarding the shifting
of the banking system to Islamic modes, the State Bank of Pakistan has issued var-
ious circulars from time to time. Permissible forms of trade-related modes of financ-
ing includes purchase of goods by the banks from their customers and immediate
resale to them at appropriate mark-up in price on deferred payment basis. The pur-
chases and sales arising under these arrangements are not reflected in these
accounts as such, but are restricted to the amount of facility actually utilised and the
appropriate portion of mark-up thereon.
3. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
3.1 Historical cost convention
These accounts have been prepared using historical cost convention as modified
by the revaluation of certain premises.
3.2 Staff retirement benefits
The Bank operates approved funded gratuity and pension schemes covering all
employees except expatriates staff. The bank's contribution to these schemes for
the year amounting to Rs. 14.998 million (1997: Rs 25.143 million) has been
charged to the profit and loss account.
The bank also operates a provident fund scheme for eligible employees which is 
recognised under the Income Tax Ordinance, 1979.
3.3 Taxation
Taxation is charged in the accounts based on taxable income. The bank accounts 
for deferred taxation on all major timing differences using liability method. However,
deferred tax debits balances are not accounted for.
3.4 Advances
Advances are stated net of amounts written off, specific provision for uncollectible
advances and interest suspense.
Advances are written off where there is no realistic prospect of recovery. Specific
provisions are made for non-performing loans to reduce book value of such
advances to their expected realisable value according to the bank's own criteria
and to comply with Prudential Regulations of the State Bank of Pakistan.
3.5 Investments
Listed investments are stated in aggregate at the lower of cost or market value.
Unlisted Investments are stated at cost. Profit and loss on sale are taken to Income
currently. Dividend income is accounted for in the accounts when the dividend are
declared.
3.6 Fixed assets and depreciation
These are stated at cost or revalued amount less accumulated depreciation.
Depreciation is charged using straight the method at rates permitted by the State
Bank of Pakistan. Full month's depreciation is charged in the month of addition
whereas no depreciation is charged in the month of disposal. Profit or loss on dis-
posal is taken to income currently.
3.7 Foreign currencies
Assets and liabilities in foreign currencies are translated into rupees at the rates of
exchange prevailing at the balance sheet date. Forward exchange contracts other
than those relating to foreign currency deposits are valued at the rates applicable to
the respective maturities of relevant foreign exchange contracts.
Exchange gains and losses are included in income currently.
3.8 Revenue recognition
Mark-up/return on advances and investments is recognised on accrual basis,
except income which warrant carry forward in compliance with the Prudential
Regulations of the State Bank of Pakistan.
1998 1997
Rupees in '000
4. CASH
In hand-local currency 297,775 159,874
-foreign currency 151,594 251,612
With State Bank of Pakistan in:
Special deposit account
Capital under Section 13(2) of the
Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962 1,924,800 1,843,205
Deposit against swap funds 1,553,554 2,913,389
Current account 1,353,212 1,392,461
With National Bank of Pakistan
In current account 7,977 (49)
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5,288,912 6,560,492
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5. BALANCE WITH OTHER BANKS
Outside Pakistan (In current accounts) 86,168 111,898
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86,168 111,898
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6. INVESTMENTS (at cost less provision)
Federal and Provincial Government Securities:
Federal Investments Bonds 1,051,228 485,545
Short Term Federal Bonds - 10,193,080
Federal and Provincial
Governments loans 332,902 352,290
Treasury Bills 9,187,562 -
Investments in subsidiary companies
and associated undertakings 86,500 86,500
Fully paid-up ordinary shares of
unlisted companies 2,031 2,031
Other Investments
National Investment Trust Units 31,389 31,389
National Prize Bonds 2,547 2,440
---------- ----------
10,694,159 11,153,275
Less: Provision for diminution in the value
of investments 15,816 2,658
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10,678,343 11,150,617
========== ==========
Market value of quoted investments Rs: 444.333 million (1997: Rs 469.674 million) and
book value of unquoted investments Rs: 10,287.868 million (1997: 10,727,596 million).
6.1 Classification between Investment and Dealing Securities
1998 1997
Rupees in '000
INVESTMENT SECURITIES
Federal Investment Bonds 1,051,228 1,001,745
Short Term Federal Bonds - 7,553,980
Treasury Bills 6,252,562 -
Federal and Provincial Loans 332,902 352,290
Investment in Subsidiary and
Associated Undertaking 86,500 86,500
Fully paid-up Ordinary Shares
of Unlisted Companies 2,031 2,031
Other Investments - NIT Units (Net of provision) 15,573 28,731
      - National Prize Bonds 2,547 2,440
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7,743,343 9,027,717
========== ==========
DEALING SECURITIES
Federal Investment Bonds - (516,200)
Treasury Bills 2,935,000 -
Short Term Federal Bonds - 2,639,100
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2,935,000 2,122,900
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10,678,343 11,150,617
========== ==========
6.2 Securities having a book value of Rs 274.8 million (1997: Rs 282.417 million)
have been deposited with the State Bank of Pakistan as security against tem-
porary increase in authorised foreign currency dealer's exposure limit.
6.3 Investment securities include securities having book value of Rs 39.588 million
(1997: Rs 39.588 million) deposited with the State Bank of Pakistan as security
for demand loan and discounting facilities, including amount earmarked against
the facilities allocated prior to 31 December, 1971, to branches now in
Bangladesh.
6.4 At 31 December 1998 the Bank had entered into commitments to acquire
Government securities valuing Rs 1,875 million (1997: Rs 2,202.1 million)
under sale and repurchasee (Repo) agreements and sell Governments securi-
ties valuing Rs 4,810 million (1997: Rs 4,325 million) under purchase and
resale (Reverse Repo) Agreements.
1998 1997
Rupees in '000
7. ADVANCES
Loans, cash credits, overdrafts etc
In Pakistan 15,525,710 14,379,709
Outside Pakistan - -
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15,525,710 14,379,709
========== ==========
Bills discounted and purchased 
(excluding Government Treasury Bills)
Payable in Pakistan 794,057 847,914
Payable outside Pakistan 158,835 253,737