State Bank of Pakistan Expected to Keep Policy Rate at 10.5% as Oil Prices and Regional Tensions Pressure Inflation
Pakistan’s central bank is widely expected to keep the policy rate unchanged at 10.5% as rising global energy prices, regional tensions, and inflation risks limit the space for further monetary easing.
Pakistan Inflation Hits 7 Percent in February 2026 Driven by Rising Food and Energy Costs
Pakistan’s headline inflation surged to 7% in February 2026, fueled by higher food, energy, and essential commodity prices, signaling continued cost-of-living pressures for households and businesses.
SBP Governor Projects 3.75%–4.75% GDP Growth for FY26 as Inflation Eases to 5.8%
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad forecasts Pakistan’s FY26 growth at 3.75%–4.75%, highlights easing inflation, record agricultural lending, and the impact of a 1,150 basis point policy rate cut.
SBP Governor Projects Two Years of Economic Stability, Signals Caution on Interest Rate Cuts
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability is likely to continue for two years, stressing cautious monetary policy, steady inflation, and disciplined post-IMF economic management.
SBP Raises Rs550.97 Billion Through Pakistan Investment Bonds Auction Amid Strong Market Demand
State Bank of Pakistan raises Rs550.97 billion through PIBs auction as robust demand across tenors reflects investor confidence and evolving domestic debt dynamics.
Pakistan Inflation Rises to 5.8% in January as Price Pressures Persist
Pakistan’s consumer price inflation rose to 5.8% year-on-year in January 2026, with monthly inflation increasing by 0.4%, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
SBP Plans to Raise Rs5.1tr via MTBs and PIBs in Feb–April 2026 Auctions
The State Bank of Pakistan aims to raise Rs5.1 trillion between February and April 2026 through auctions of Market Treasury Bills and Pakistan Investment Bonds, according to the latest auction calendar.
Pakistan money supply rises to Rs46.5 trillion by December 2025: SBP data
State Bank of Pakistan data shows total money supply reached Rs46.5 trillion by December 2025, rising 2.9% month-on-month and 15.64% year-on-year, reflecting inflationary pressures and higher cash usage.
SBP Expected to Cut Interest Rates on January 26 as Inflation and Yields Fall
Brokerage firms expect the State Bank of Pakistan to cut its policy rate at the January 26 MPC meeting, citing easing inflation, external stability, falling bond yields and improving growth indicators.
Pakistan Central Bank Expected to Cut Interest Rates by 50bps Amid Easing Inflation
A Reuters poll shows most analysts expect the State Bank of Pakistan to cut its policy rate by 50 basis points as inflation moderates, reserves improve and the rupee stabilises, despite lingering risks.