SBP Reserves Edge Up by $20 Million, Reflecting External Stability
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a modest weekly increase of $20 million, reaching $14.42 billion at the SBP level. The stability follows a $500 million Eurobond repayment, signaling external account resilience.
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Stresses Durable Macroeconomic Stability for Inclusive Growth
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights the need for durable macroeconomic stability to drive inclusive growth, emphasizing financial inclusion, microfinance sector reforms, and climate resilience initiatives at the Annual Microfinance Conference in Karachi.
Pakistan and IMF Record Major Progress Toward New Financing Agreement Under EFF and RSF
Pakistan and the IMF have made significant progress toward a staff-level agreement under EFF and RSF programs, focusing on fiscal discipline, energy sector reform, inflation control, and climate resilience to stabilize the economy.
SBP Launches Inflation Expectation Survey to Strengthen Economic Insights for October 2025
SBP invites the public to participate in its October 2025 Inflation Expectation Survey to gather real-time insights on economic perceptions and inflation trends, supporting more informed policy decisions.
Global Economic Outlook 2025: Moderate Growth Ahead Amid Rising Risks and Policy Uncertainty
The World Economic Outlook (WEO) October 2025 projects global growth at 3.2 percent in 2025 and 3.1 percent in 2026. Despite modest recovery in major economies, risks from geopolitical tensions, protectionism, and financial vulnerabilities continue to weigh on global momentum.
Government Raises Rs424.4 Billion via T-Bills Auction Amid Falling Yields
The SBP raised Rs424.4 billion in its latest T-bills auction, surpassing the Rs361 billion target amid falling yields and shifting investor sentiment, reflecting a potential shift in monetary policy outlook.
SBP to Pilot Digital Currency, Advances Virtual Asset Regulations Amid Push to Modernize Financial Ecosystem
Pakistan’s central bank is preparing to launch a pilot for a digital currency and is finalizing laws to regulate virtual assets, signaling a strong shift toward modernizing its financial ecosystem and embracing blockchain-powered innovations.
SBP Eyes Over Rs5.5 Trillion Funding via T-Bills and Bonds in Q3 to Support Fiscal Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan unveils its July–September auction calendar aiming to raise Rs5.575 trillion through MTBs and PIBs to meet government financing needs and manage market liquidity.
SBP Urges Balanced Growth to Avoid Past Boom-Bust Cycles, Highlights Strong Reserves and Inflation Control
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad warns against past mistakes of rapid demand-led growth as Pakistan shifts focus to long-term stability, backed by rising reserves and low inflation.
SBP Forex Reserves Jump to $14.51 Billion, Growing by $5.12 Billion in FY25
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank surged by $5.12 billion in FY25, reaching $14.51 billion by June 2025, driven by improved current account figures and planned inflows.