Pakistan received a record $4.3 billion in workers’ remittances during May 2026, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. The inflow rose 20.2% from April and increased 15.4% year-on-year. The record amount strengthens external accounts and supports millions of households relying on overseas earnings. The State Bank said May marked the highest monthly remittance inflow […]
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Widening trade gap increases pressure on Pakistan economy
Pakistan’s external account faces rising pressure as the trade deficit continues to expand, especially with fiscal year-end payments approaching and import demand accelerating. Market experts warn that the situation could further strain foreign exchange reserves if current economic trends persist without corrective measures in the coming months. Financial analysts estimate that the trade deficit could […]
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise slightly over the week
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a modest increase over the past week, according to the State Bank of Pakistan, reflecting gradual stability in the country’s external financial position. Read More: Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves rise to $20.63 billion Official data showed that the central bank’s reserves rose by $1.8 million during the week, bringing total holdings to $15.0976 […]
Pakistan adds million taxpayers, forex surges
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan has added more than one million new taxpayers to the system. He also highlighted a strong increase in foreign exchange reserves. He was speaking at the launch of economic governance reforms in Islamabad. Addressing the ceremony with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the prime minister said the economy faced severe […]
Pakistan’s SBP foreign reserves rise to $14.47 billion
Islamabad — Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $16 million this week. The reserves reached $14.47 billion as of October 24, 2025, the central bank reported on Thursday. This marks a slight rise from last week when reserves had increased by $14 million. The central bank noted […]
SBP reserves rise by $21 million, stand at $14.4 billion
The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $21 million on a weekly basis, reaching $14.4 billion as of September 26, 2025, data released on Thursday showed. Total liquid foreign reserves stood at $19.8 billion, while net foreign reserves held by commercial banks were recorded at $5.4 billion. “During […]
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise by $22m to $19.79bn
The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $22 million on a weekly basis, reaching $14.38 billion as of September 19, 2025, data released on Thursday showed. Total liquid foreign reserves stood at $19.79 billion, while net foreign reserves held by commercial banks amounted to $5.41 billion. “During the […]
Pakistan’s foreign reserves hit $20 billion for the first time
Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves have crossed the $20 billion mark for the first time in the country’s history. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) shared this record-breaking update in its latest weekly report, calling it a significant economic milestone. According to the data, official reserves held by the SBP reached $14.502 billion as of […]
SBP reserves jump to $14.51 billion by end of FY2025
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released provisional data on the country’s foreign exchange reserves at the end of the fiscal year 2024–25. As of June 30, 2025, Pakistan’s total reserves with the central bank stood at $14.51 billion, showing a major rise. According to the SBP, reserves grew by $5.12 billion over the […]
SBP reserves drop by $2.66 billion — largest weekly fall in over 3 years
The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) foreign exchange reserves dropped sharply by $2.66 billion, reaching $9.06 billion as of June 20, 2025. This marks the biggest weekly decline in over three years, driven mainly by external debt repayments, including commercial loans. The last time such a steep fall occurred was in March 2022, when reserves […]