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.
SBP Cancels Glaxy Exchange License for Serious Regulatory Violations
The State Bank of Pakistan has revoked the license of Glaxy Exchange with immediate effect due to serious regulatory violations, barring the company from conducting foreign exchange business nationwide.
SBP raises Rs725.7bn in latest MTB auction against Rs700bn target
The State Bank of Pakistan raised Rs725.7bn through its latest Market Treasury Bills auction held on January 21, 2026, exceeding the target of Rs700bn amid strong investor demand.
SBP Governor Urges Human Judgment in AI-Driven Banking Decisions
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad stresses the importance of human oversight in AI-driven banking decisions, highlighting digital payments growth and Shariah-aligned innovation at AlBaraka Forum Pakistan 2026.
SBP Rate Cut Expected as 80% Market Participants See Easing in January 2026
A Topline Pakistan Research survey shows 80% of market participants expect the State Bank of Pakistan to cut interest rates at its January 2026 MPC meeting, with a 50bps reduction seen as the most likely outcome.
SBP Begins Implementation of WE-Finance Code to Strengthen Women Entrepreneurship in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan launches the implementation of the WE-Finance Code, bringing banks and stakeholders together to improve access to finance for women entrepreneurs nationwide.
SBP Injects Rs13.12 Trillion Into Banking System Through Open Market Operations
The State Bank of Pakistan injected Rs13.12 trillion into the banking system through reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Open Market Operations, addressing liquidity needs amid prevailing market conditions.
SBP Elevates SM Suhail & Co to Category B on Its Approved Panel of Auditors
The State Bank of Pakistan has upgraded SM Suhail & Co, Chartered Accountants, from Category C to Category B on its Panel of Auditors, expanding the firm’s eligibility to undertake audit assignments for banks and financial institutions.
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.