SBP Buys $863 Million from Pakistan Interbank Forex Market in July 2026
The State Bank of Pakistan purchased a net $863 million from the interbank foreign exchange market in July 2026, following $841 million in June and $8.1 billion in net purchases during FY26.
Pakistan FX Reserves Rise to $21.5 Billion as GDP Growth Reaches 3.7% in FY26
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recovered to $21.5 billion by October 9, 2026, while economic growth reached 3.7% in FY26, according to State Bank Governor Jameel Ahmad.
Pakistan Foreign Reserves Rise to $26.86 Billion as SBP Reserves Reach $21.47 Billion
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves increased to $26.86 billion as of October 9, 2026, with State Bank of Pakistan reserves rising by $16 million to $21.47 billion and commercial banks holding $5.39 billion.
Pakistan Seeks $6.7 Billion Saudi Oil Facility to Ease External Financing Pressures
Pakistan has requested a 15-year concessional oil financing facility from Saudi Arabia, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discussing the revival of deferred oil payments with the Saudi Fund for Development.
Pakistan Targets B+ Credit Rating as Aurangzeb Plans Longer-Term Debt
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan aims to extend debt maturities, diversify financing sources and improve its sovereign credit rating while strengthening foreign reserves and economic growth.
Aurangzeb and IMF’s Dan Katz Welcome Pakistan Staff-Level Agreement
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and IMF First Deputy Managing Director Dan Katz welcome Pakistan’s staff-level agreement, discussing fiscal discipline, tax reforms, foreign reserves, privatisation and inflation risks.
Pakistan, Netherlands Explore New Trade and Investment Opportunities
Pakistan and the Netherlands have discussed expanding bilateral trade, investment and private-sector cooperation, with a focus on Dutch technology, public-private partnerships, SME financing and commercially viable projects.
Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Near $27 Billion, Says PBA Chairman
Pakistan Banks Association Chairman Munir Kamal says the country’s foreign exchange reserves are approaching $27 billion, while remittances could reach $45 billion.
SBP Launches Pasban Remittance Rewards for Overseas Pakistanis
SBP has launched Pasban Remittance Rewards to encourage overseas Pakistanis to send remittances through formal channels, with quarterly prizes worth Rs4 billion.
Pakistan Reserves Rise to $26.81 Billion, SBP Holdings Reach $21.4 Billion
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves increased to $26.81 billion by September 18, 2026, while State Bank holdings rose to $21.4 billion.