State Bank of Pakistan Prepared to Hike Interest Rates if Inflation Surges IMF
The IMF has signaled that the State Bank of Pakistan remains ready to increase interest rates to counter inflation risks driven by global energy prices and geopolitical tensions.
State Bank of Pakistan Raises Rs466 Billion Through Strategic PIB Auction
The SBP successfully mobilized Rs466.232 billion in a recent auction of Pakistan Investment Bonds, with the 15 year tenor dominating investor participation.
Pakistan Banking Spreads Narrow as Lending Rates Drop to 11 Percent in February 2026
State Bank of Pakistan data shows a sharp decline in weighted average lending rates to 11.02% as banking spreads contract to 5.98% amid shifting monetary conditions.
Bank of England Pauses Interest Rates at 3.75 Percent Amid Middle East Conflict
The Bank of England holds interest rates steady as Governor Andrew Bailey warns that the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict could push inflation to 3.5 percent this summer.
Pakistan Banking Spread Narrows as Lending Rates Drop Sharply in February 2026
SBP data reveals a decline in weighted average lending rates to 11.02 percent and a slight rise in deposit returns, leading to a narrowed banking spread of 5.98 percent.
Bank of England Pauses Interest Rates at 3.75% as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Inflation Outlook
The Bank of England has opted to hold interest rates at 3.75% following a geopolitical shock in the Middle East, citing concerns that inflation could spike to 3.5% this summer.
State Bank of Pakistan Raises Rs1.15 Trillion as T-Bill Yields Surge 100 Basis Points
SBP auctions see a sharp upward shift in short-term yields with 3-month T-Bill cut-off hitting 11.50%, signaling tightening market expectations amid high demand.
Reserve Bank of Australia Hikes Cash Rate to 4.1% Amid Inflationary Rebound
The RBA raises its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.1% as Middle East conflict and fuel prices drive renewed inflationary pressures in Australia.
Reserve Bank of Australia Hikes Cash Rate to 4.1% Amid Inflationary Rebound
The RBA raises its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.1% as Middle East conflict and fuel prices drive renewed inflationary pressures in Australia.
Central Banks Face Impossible Choices as Middle East Conflict Drives Oil Prices Higher
Asian central banks struggle to balance inflation and growth as the US-Iran conflict pushes oil past 110 dollars per barrel and threatens global currency stability.