SBP Holds Policy Rate at 11.5% as Inflation and Global Risks Shape Monetary Policy
The State Bank of Pakistan keeps its policy rate unchanged at 11.5%, citing rising inflation, Middle East tensions, oil prices, supply disruptions and contained external account pressures.
Pakistan Worker Remittances Rise 16.5% To $3.66 Billion In August 2026
Pakistan received $3.66 billion in workers’ remittances during August 2026, marking 16.5% yearly growth, with Saudi Arabia, the UAE and UK among the largest sources.
Pakistani Banks To Pay $256 Million For Receiving Foreign Remittances In FY27
Pakistani banks are expected to pay $256 million to overseas banks for processing workers’ remittances after the government ended its financial support scheme.
Pakistan’s Economic Recovery Gains Momentum as Key Indicators Improve
Pakistan records improving economic indicators as July inflation falls to 9.2%, remittances reach $3.6 billion and large scale manufacturing grows 5%.
Pakistan’s Current Account Deficit Narrows To $328 Million In July As Remittances And Exports Improve
Pakistan’s external account showed improvement in July 2026 as exports and remittances increased, the current account deficit narrowed to $328 million, and foreign exchange reserves reached $22.6 billion.
SBP Projects 3.5% To 4.5% Economic Growth For Pakistan In FY27 As Inflation Remains Elevated
State Bank of Pakistan projects 3.5% to 4.5% economic growth in FY27, with inflation expected to remain elevated before easing toward the upper end of the 5% to 7% target range.
Pakistan Current Account Tilts into Deficit for Fiscal Year 2026 as Seven Year High REER Index Dampens Exports
State Bank of Pakistan numbers show a final current account deficit of one hundred and thirty-nine million dollars as an overvalued currency weakens export competitiveness.
Pakistan Current Account Tilts Into Deficit for Fiscal Year 2026 as Trade Deficit Expands
State Bank of Pakistan data shows the national current account balance recorded a one hundred and thirty-nine million dollar deficit for fiscal year 2026.
State Bank of Pakistan Confirms Record Breaking General Workers Remittances of Over Forty One Billion Dollars For Fiscal Year
Overseas Pakistanis send a historic forty one point six billion dollars in remittances during the fiscal year, reinforcing national foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.
Pakistan Records Unexpected 459 Million Dollar Current Account Surplus in May
Pakistan achieves a substantial current account surplus of 459 million dollars for May 2026, driven by a significant surge in workers’ remittances.