NBP exchange rates today: US dollar opens at Rs279.80 in Pakistan forex market
National Bank of Pakistan releases latest forex benchmark rates for March 5, 2026, with US dollar at Rs279.80 selling and Rs279.30 buying along with updated currency conversion values.
SBP Cancels Glaxy Exchange License for Serious Regulatory Violations
The State Bank of Pakistan has revoked the license of Glaxy Exchange with immediate effect due to serious regulatory violations, barring the company from conducting foreign exchange business nationwide.
Pakistan foreign exchange reserves increase to $21.19 billion in week ended January 2
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves rose to $21.192 billion by January 2, with SBP-held reserves increasing by $141 million, according to central bank data.
State Bank of Pakistan Buys USD 1.023 Billion in September as FY26 Net Purchases Total USD 1.469 Billion
The State Bank of Pakistan purchased USD 1.023 billion from the interbank forex market in September 2025. Total net purchases for FY26 reached USD 1.469 billion, compared with USD 2.237 billion in the same period last year, reflecting measured intervention to stabilize the currency.
Fatima Fertilizer Secures $60m IFC Liquidity Facility to Support Fertilizer Production in Pakistan
Fatima Fertilizer and IFC have announced a renewable $60 million annual liquidity facility to ensure uninterrupted fertilizer production in Pakistan by supporting essential imports and strengthening food security.
SBP Releases Updated 2025 List of Licensed Exchange Companies Across Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published its updated list of licensed exchange companies for 2025, providing clarity on firms authorized to conduct foreign currency transactions across the country.
State Bank of Pakistan Reports $21 Million Increase in Foreign Exchange Reserves
The State Bank of Pakistan reported a $21 million increase in foreign exchange reserves, reaching $14,400.4 million for the week ending September 26, 2025, reflecting ongoing efforts to maintain currency stability and financial resilience.
SBP Reserves Drop by $69 Million to $14.46 Billion, Despite Strong Fiscal-Year Growth
The State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $69 million to $14.46 billion in the week ending July 18, 2025, even as cumulative fiscal-year gains remain strong with an increase of over $5.3 billion.
SBP Boosts Reserves to 39-Month Peak on Robust Inflows and Aggressive Dollar Buying
The State Bank of Pakistan has raised its foreign exchange reserves to their highest level in over three years, supported by record remittances, dollar purchases from the market, and tight control on imports, reinforcing stability signals to investors.
Pakistan Banks Association Rejects Claims on Remittance Subsidies, Highlights Critical Role in Economic Stability
The Pakistan Banks Association has strongly refuted allegations that remittance incentives serve no economic purpose, underscoring how these measures protect Pakistan’s balance of payments and ensure compliance with global financial standards.