Pakistan Hits Historic Milestone in Islamic Finance with Largest Annual Sukuk Issuance and Green Sukuk Launch
Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance records over Rs2 trillion in Sukuk issuance in 2025, including the country’s first Green Sukuk. Shariah-compliant instruments now account for 14.5% of government debt, reflecting strong market confidence.
SBP Raises Rs492.9 Billion in Treasury Bills, Sells Rs55 Billion in 10-Year Floating Bonds Amid Strong Market Response
The State Bank of Pakistan secured Rs492.9 billion in Market Treasury Bills and Rs55 billion in 10-year Floating Rate Bonds, reflecting robust investor participation and stable yield expectations across Pakistan’s money market.
State Bank of Pakistan Buys Back Rs122.1 Billion in Floating Rate Bonds to Strengthen Debt Market Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan conducts a successful buyback auction worth Rs122.1 billion for Pakistan Investment Bonds – Floating Rate, reinforcing its active debt management strategy and boosting secondary market liquidity.
Pakistan’s Domestic Debt Surges to Rs54 Trillion in August Amid Fiscal Pressures
Pakistan’s total government domestic debt and liabilities surged to Rs54.28 trillion in August 2025, reflecting an 11.57% year-on-year increase, according to new data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). While long-term borrowing expanded sharply, short-term obligations declined, highlighting the government’s strategy to manage debt maturity risks amid tightening fiscal conditions.
SBP Announces New Lineup of Primary and Special Purpose Primary Dealers for FY26
The State Bank of Pakistan has finalized the selection of Primary Dealers and Special Purpose Primary Dealers for fiscal year 2025-26, reinforcing its framework for managing government securities and fostering robust capital markets.