SBP Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise by $17 Million to $17.10 Billion
State Bank of Pakistan foreign exchange reserves increase by $17 million to $17.099 billion during the week ended August 20, 2026.
Pakistan Seeks $1.3 Billion China Refinancing to Support Foreign Exchange Reserves
Pakistan has reportedly requested China to refinance a $1.3 billion commercial loan, with the expected inflow aimed at supporting foreign exchange reserves as the country manages external debt repayments and financing requirements.
Surge in gold prices lifts Pakistan’s foreign reserves close to all-time peak
A global gold rally in 2025 has significantly increased the value of Pakistan’s gold holdings, pushing total reserves close to their all-time high as the country benefits from rising metal prices and stronger external buffers.

