BMI Forecasts Pakistani Rupee to Stay Near PKR 278 per Dollar Through 2026
BMI, the research unit of Fitch Solutions, expects Pakistan’s rupee to remain near PKR 278 per US dollar through 2026, supported by stronger reserves, tight monetary policy and the $3 billion Eurobond.
Pakistan Pavilion at CIFTIS 2026 Targets New Chinese Trade and Investment Opportunities
Pakistan has opened a dedicated pavilion at CIFTIS 2026 in Beijing, with more than 25 companies showcasing opportunities and seeking new Chinese trade and investment partnerships.
ADB Targets October Completion for ML-1 Railway Project Design
The Asian Development Bank aims to finalise the Main Line-1 railway project design by October 2026 before moving towards procurement and subsequent implementation stages.
BII Plans to Expand Pakistan Investments Across Infrastructure, Finance and Technology
British International Investment plans to expand its Pakistan investment footprint across infrastructure, climate finance, financial services, technology, SMEs and private markets.
Govt and ACCA Discuss Skills Development, SME Financing and Private Sector Growth
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and ACCA Global Executive Director Lucia Real-Martin discussed skills development, SME financing, digitalisation and private-sector growth in Pakistan.
PICG Directors’ Summit 2026 Calls for Stronger Governance, Leadership and Technology Oversight
PICG Directors’ Summit 2026 brought together corporate leaders and governance experts to discuss leadership, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, sustainability and resilient boards.
SBP Announces Rs600 Billion Target for PIB Floating Rate Buyback Auction
SBP has invited competitive and non-competitive bids for a Rs500 billion to Rs600 billion buyback of six Pakistan Investment Bonds Floating Rate securities on September 10, 2026.
SBP to Establish Centralised Bank Data Repository Under New Tax Law Amendment
The State Bank of Pakistan will establish a secure centralised banking data repository under amendments to the Income Tax Ordinance, with transactions above Rs100 million subject to automated tax-data cross-matching.
FBR Requires Banks and EMIs to Upload Rs100 Million Transactions to Central Data Hub
FBR has directed banks and Electronic Money Institutions to electronically upload information on deposits or withdrawals exceeding Rs100 million to the Central Data Hub for automated tax and banking data cross-matching.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts Forex Management Module For SBOTS-28 Officers
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a two day Forex Management module for SBOTS-28 officers, covering foreign exchange regulations, exposure monitoring, trade finance and policy mechanisms.