State Bank of Pakistan Mops Up Rs198 Billion Through Open Market Operation to Stabilize Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan conducted a Repo Sale mop-up on April 22, 2026, absorbing Rs198 billion from the banking system to manage market liquidity and interest rates.
Pakistan Business Council Warns of Structural Economic Collapse Amid Unfair Tax Burden
Power Minister Awais Leghari orders an independent probe into distribution companies for purchasing expensive electricity outside the national grid violating merit orders.
SBP Conducts Rs285 Billion Buyback Auction in 5-Year Floating Rate PIBs
State Bank of Pakistan buys back Rs285.3 billion in 5-year floating rate PIBs through auction, signaling active liquidity and debt management operations.
UN Warns Asia-Pacific Growth Slowing as Middle East Conflict Hits Economy
UN ESCAP report says Asia-Pacific developing economies face slowing growth to 4% in 2026 amid Middle East conflict, inflation risks, and energy pressures.
SBP Governor Highlights Economic Stability Gains and FX Reserve Growth in Investor Briefings
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad briefs global investors on Pakistan’s improving macroeconomic indicators, rising FX reserves, and growth outlook amid external risks.
Pakistan Money Supply Drops as Bank Deposits Decline in April 2026
Broad money (M2) in Pakistan decreased by Rs426.75 billion during the week ending April 10, 2026, driven by a sharp drop in bank deposits despite rising currency in circulation.
SBP Governor Highlights Accelerated Macroeconomic Recovery at IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad briefs foreign investors on Pakistan’s faster-than-expected economic recovery and stabilizing inflation trends.
SBP Manages Major UAE Debt Repayment as Saudi Deposits and Eurobond Issuance Bolster Reserves
Pakistan navigates a $3.5 billion debt repayment to the UAE with strategic support from Saudi Arabia and a successful return to the international Eurobond market.
Gwadar Port Potential: $25 Billion Economic Impact Hindered by Technical and Security Hurdles
Officials estimate Gwadar Port could contribute $25 billion annually to Pakistan’s economy, but dredging issues and security concerns limit its transshipment role.
Pakistan Government Debt Rises as Fiscal Year Borrowing Hits 1 Trillion Mark
The Government of Pakistan acquired an additional Rs232.17 billion in debt during the week ending April 10, 2026, pushing total fiscal year borrowing to Rs1.01 trillion.