SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Highlights Pakistan’s Economic Recovery and Policy Priorities
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights Pakistan’s economic recovery, easing inflation outlook, fiscal discipline and evidence-based policymaking at the ICMA Pakistan convocation.
SBP Projects Pakistan Forex Reserves to Reach $25 Billion by June 2027
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad expects foreign exchange reserves to rise to $25 billion by June 2027, supported by market dollar purchases and improved external stability.
SBP Reserves Rise $15 Million to $21.454 Billion in October 2026
State Bank of Pakistan foreign exchange reserves increased by $15 million to $21.454 billion in the week ended October 2, while total liquid reserves reached $26.798 billion.
Umar Ahsan Khan Takes Charge as OICCI President for 2026-28 Term
Umar Ahsan Khan, CEO and Managing Director of Dawlance, has been elected president of OICCI for the 2026-28 term, with a new leadership team announced.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Moody’s Upgrade of Pakistan Rating to B3
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomes Moody’s upgrade of Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating from Caa1 to B3, citing economic reforms and improving global confidence.
Pakistan Records Strongest Fiscal Turnaround In Decades As Fiscal Deficit Falls To 2.6%
Pakistan closes FY26 with a major fiscal improvement as the deficit falls to 2.6% of GDP, primary surplus reaches 2.9% and debt growth declines.
Pakistan Seeks $1.3 Billion China Refinancing to Support Foreign Exchange Reserves
Pakistan has reportedly requested China to refinance a $1.3 billion commercial loan, with the expected inflow aimed at supporting foreign exchange reserves as the country manages external debt repayments and financing requirements.
Pakistan Makes Historic Chinese Market Entry with Over-Subscribed Inaugural Panda Bond Issuance
Pakistan enters China onshore capital market with a successful RMB 1.75 billion Panda Bond issuance, securing a highly competitive 2.5 percent coupon rate.
IMF Board to Convene May 8 for Crucial 1.2 Billion Dollar Disbursement to Pakistan
Pakistan nears a 1.2 billion dollar IMF payout as the Executive Board schedules a review for the EFF and RSF programs to bolster foreign exchange reserves.
Pakistan Textile Exports Show Monthly Growth Amid Mixed Global Demand in March 2026
Pakistan’s textile exports hit $1.42bn in March 2026, marking a 5% monthly increase. Readymade garments lead growth as food group exports see a yearly decline.