Pakistan Foreign Currency Deposits Reach 6.91 Billion Dollars as Non Resident Inflows Rise
State Bank of Pakistan data shows foreign currency deposits hitting 6.917 billion dollars in February 2026 with a notable 4 percent year on year increase.
IMF Mission Reports Progress on Pakistan Economic Review as Extended Fund Facility Talks Move Toward Conclusion
The International Monetary Fund mission led by Iva Petrova highlights significant progress in Pakistan’s third EFF and second RSF reviews following two weeks of high-level discussions.
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.
ACCA Forecasts Moderate Global Growth in 2026 Amid AI Boom and Rising Risks
ACCA’s 2026 Global Economic Outlook projects 3% global GDP growth, supported by AI, monetary easing, and fiscal stimulus, while highlighting risks from trade tensions, bond markets, and geopolitical uncertainty.
SBP Reduces Cash Reserve Requirement to 5% to Support Private Sector Credit
State Bank of Pakistan cuts banks’ cash reserve requirement by 100bps to 5%, releasing liquidity to boost private sector lending from January 30, 2026.
SBP to Print New-Design Currency Notes in 2026 After Cabinet Approval
State Bank of Pakistan will start printing new-design currency notes of multiple denominations in 2026 after cabinet approval, with phased circulation planned.
Pakistan SBP Maintains Benchmark Interest Rate at 10.5% Amid Stable Growth Outlook
The State Bank of Pakistan keeps its policy rate unchanged at 10.5% in its first 2026 MPC meeting, citing steady inflation, improving economic growth, and resilient external accounts.
SBP Reduces CRR to 5% to Support Credit Expansion in Pakistan
State Bank of Pakistan lowers average Cash Reserve Requirement to 5% effective January 30, 2026, aiming to improve liquidity and encourage private sector credit growth.
Majority Predict SBP Interest Rate Cut at January 2026 Monetary Policy Committee Meeting
Topline Pakistan survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to lower interest rates in its January 2026 MPC meeting, driven by low inflation, strong remittances, and stable PKR/USD parity.
Majority Predict SBP Interest Rate Cut at January 2026 Monetary Policy Committee Meeting
Topline Pakistan survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to lower interest rates in its January 2026 MPC meeting, driven by low inflation, strong remittances, and stable PKR/USD parity.