SBP reserves rise to $14.53bn in a week

The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $23.4 million or 0.16% WoW to $14.53 billion during the week ended on July 11, 2025, data released by the State Bank of Pakistan showed on Thursday.

SBP raises Rs342bn in PIB Auction

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has secured Rs342.32 billion in today's auction of Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs).

Govt borrows Rs382bn debt in a week

The government of Pakistan has acquired an additional debt of Rs381.92 billion during the week ended June 13, 2025, which brings its total net borrowing for ongoing fiscal year 2025 to Rs2.92 trillion, according to the central bank's weekly estimates.

M2 rises by Rs348bn in a week

Broad money (M2), the most widely used measure of money supply in Pakistan, rose by Rs347.57 billion WoW to Rs38.44 trillion as of June 13, 2025, data released by State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed.

SBP receives unclaimed deposits, refund claims open

Banks and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) have surrendered their unclaimed deposits up to December 31, 2023 to the State Bank of Pakistan. Claimants can apply for refund of their claims.

PKR falls 74 paisa per USD in a week

Over the past week, the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) lost 74 paisa or 0.26% against the US Dollar. The exchange rate rose from PKR 283.64 per USD on June 19 to PKR 283.7 on June 20, 2025.

Bank deposit rate falls by 141bps in May

The return on bank deposits has decreased by 141 basis points to 3.49% in May 2025 compared to the deposit rate of 4.90% last month, according to the latest official data.

SBP raises nearly Rs572bn through PIB auction

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted an auction on Wednesday in which it sold Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs) worth Rs571.76 billion.

Pakistan on track to meet FY25 targets: SBP Governor

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is expected to comfortably meet its external debt servicing and foreign exchange reserve targets for FY25...

SBP introduces new formats for ePRC, S-PRCs

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced new formats, replacing the existing formats V-148 and V-149 for the issuance of electronic Proceed Realization Certificate (ePRC) and Statement of PRCs (S-PRCs).

SBP reserves rise $167m in a week

The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $166.8 million or 1.45% WoW to $11.68 billion during the week ended on June 06, 2025, data released by the State Bank of Pakistan showed on Thursday...

SBP introduces new interface under PRISM+ system

As part of implementing the PRISM+ System, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced a modernized interface to enhance auction and market operation efficiency. Several procedural changes have followed...

SBP to launch PRISM+ RTGS, CSD system on June 16

In line with its Vision 2028, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is set to launch the upgraded Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and Central Securities Depository (CSD) system, PRISM+, on June 16, 2025...

OMO Result: SBP injects around Rs855bn

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a reverse repo and Shariah Compliant Modarabah based Open Market Operation (OMO) today, in which it cumulatively injected a total of Rs855 billion into the market of which Rs655bn were injected through reverse repo OMO.

SBP introduces Regulatory Sandbox to support innovation

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has unveiled its official Guidelines for the Regulatory Sandbox (RSB), a major step...

SBP encourages cashless Eid transactions across Pakistan

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has initiated a nationwide "Go Cashless" campaign to promote digital payments and reduce reliance...

PSX kicks off financial literacy week 2025 with Gong Ceremony

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) proudly launched Pakistan Financial Literacy Week 2025 (PFLW 2025) with a Gong Ceremony...

SBP to hold Monetary Policy meeting on March 10

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will meet on Monday, March 10, 2025, to decide on the Monetary Policy...

Pakistan’s short-term FX liabilities reach $29.1bn

Due to maturing foreign currency loans, securities, and deposits, Pakistan's foreign currency assets are expected to see a net outflow of $29.1 billion...

FX reserves to be part of banks’ core capital: SBP

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to treat Foreign Exchange (FX) Translation Reserves as part of Common Equity Tier-1 (CET-1) Capital, effective...

SBP to announce Monetary Policy decision on January 27

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will meet on Monday, January 27, 2025 to decide about the Monetary Policy...

SBP Governor reaffirms commitment to financial inclusion

In a bid to increase financial inclusion across Pakistan, Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Jameel Ahmad, reiterated the central bank's commitment...

Pakistan targets 75% financial inclusion, 25% gender gap by 2028 under NFIS

Pakistan has set ambitious targets for the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) 2024-28, aiming to increase the level...

Exchange companies hit $7bn milestone in 2024

Pakistan’s exchange companies reached a remarkable milestone in 2024...

SBP, Finance Ministry unite to boost workers' remittances, foreign exchange

The Finance Ministry and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) aim to strengthen collaboration to achieve economic stability and sustainable growth, with a focus...

Zafar Paracha applauds SBP’s updated framework for ECs

Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP) has extended its full support for the State Bank of Pakistan’s...

SBP issues reminder for National Prize Bond encashment

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reminded yesterday the public to encash, replace, or convert...

SBP to remain closed on Jan 01 on account of Bank Holiday

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and all other banks will remain closed for public dealing on Wednesday

PSX, SBP to remain closed on Dec 25

The Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) and State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on Wednesday...

SBP establishes financial institutions resolution department

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has established a new department...

Pakistan's retail payments reach 1,951mn in first quarter

Retail payments in Pakistan saw a strong increase in Q1 FY25...

Pakistan’s business confidence surges in November

The overall Business Confidence Index increased significantly by 1.4 points...

Pakistan consumer confidence falls by 1.8% in Nov

The consumer confidence Index (CCI) in Pakistan declined by 1.8% to 34.9 points in November compared to last month, according to a survey report released by...

Governor SBP underscores need to support women entrepreneurs for inclusive Pakistan

The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Mr. Jameel Ahmad, emphasized the importance..

Pakistan seeks up to $4bn from Middle Eastern banks: SBP Governor

Pakistan aims to raise up to $4 billion from Middle Eastern commercial banks by the next fiscal year, the country's central bank chief told Reuters...

NIBAF Pakistan launched to revolutionize financial training, certification

NIBAF Pakistan, a new entity formed by the merger of the National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF) and the Institute of Bankers Pakistan (IBP)...

OMO Result: SBP injects Rs2.6tr

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a reverse repo and Shariah Compliant Modarabah based Open Market Operation (OMO) today...

SBP stresses secure payment systems for e-commerce at NeCC meeting

During the 9th National eCommerce Council (NeCC) meeting on Tuesday, the State Bank of Pakistan presented the current state of digital payment systems...

SBP enhances FCY payment tracking via RAS

To allow enhanced tracking of FCY cross border payments / transfers through Nostros cases, banks will now be able to submit these cases through SBP's...

NBP issues foreign exchange rate

The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Monday issued the following exchange rates...

Is rate cut finally in the offing?

All eyes are on SBP again. Little gains in economic stability are being applauded and visibly...

SBP’s shift to monetary easing may spark Pakistan stocks surge

Pakistan’s already explosive stock rally may get another leg up as the central bank shifts its gears to monetary easing...

Business Confidence Index reaches highest level since April 2022

The overall Business Confidence Index rose significantly by 7.2 points to 46.4 in October, the highest level BCI value since April 2022 when it was 55.2...

NBP issues foreign exchange rates

The Treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) onThursday issued the following exchange rates...

SBP awards in-principle approval to 5 proposed digital retail banks

In a bid to foster innovation, financial inclusion and availability of affordable digital financial services, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted...

NBP issues foreign exchange rates

The Treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Wednesday issued the following exchange rates...

SBP raises just Rs3.66bn against a target of Rs160bn through PIB auction

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) raised Rs3.66 billion through the sale of fixed-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs)....

NBP issues foreign exchange rates

The Treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Monday issued the following exchange rates...

Investment return on Naya Pakistan Certificates reaches 21.5%

To offer lucrative returns for investors, the federal government on Friday declared a substantial upward revision....

Agriculture financing hits record Rs1.78tr in FY23

Pakistan's financial institutions have shown remarkable performance in agriculture financing during FY23, disbursing a total amount of Rs1.776 trillion to the..

NBP issues foreign exchange rates

Treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Thursday issued the following exchange rates...

SBP Kitty Inflows: A Close Shave From A Default

 Since Eid Day 2, the country has been receiving the most awaited news amid its dwindling forex reserves which shrank to $4.019bn...

SBP podcast: Insights on monetary policy, inflation outlook

Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to maintain the policy rate at 21% as it anticipates that inflation has peaked at 38%, and the effects of the recent...

SBP receives $1bn from China

The State Bank of Pakistan Pakistan (SBP) on Friday received $1 billion from China.

PKR trades 18 paisa lower against USD

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) depreciated by 18.23 Paisa against the US dollar in Thursday's interbank session as the currency settled the trade at PKR 287.36 per

Raast records 92.3% QoQ increase in P2P transactions volume: SBP

Customers using Raast for online Person-to-Person (P2P) funds transfers increased to 29.2m users in the first quarter of 2023 from 25.8m user in the previous...

Money Supply in Pakistan economy widens by 6.9% YoY in December 2022

The total money supply in the economy has reached around Rs30.74 trillion in December 2022, increasing by 6.9% YoY...

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