Rehmat Ali Hasnie Concludes Tenure as NBP President and CEO
Rehmat Ali Hasnie’s tenure as National Bank of Pakistan President and CEO concludes after a two-week government extension, completing the leadership transition.
Pakistan Debt-to-GDP Ratio Estimated at 68.5% by June 2026
Pakistan’s debt-to-GDP ratio was estimated at 68.5% by June 2026, with central government debt reaching Rs77.9 trillion during the first 11 months of FY2025-26.
Saudi Arabia Places Additional $3 Billion With SBP in April 2026
Saudi Arabia placed an additional $3 billion with the State Bank of Pakistan in April, taking its deposits to $8 billion, Finance Minister Aurangzeb told the National Assembly.
US National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion Amid Rising Spending and Interest Costs
The US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, raising concerns over borrowing costs, federal spending, interest payments and long term fiscal sustainability.