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Pakistan achieves $427M current account surplus in February 2026

Karachi, March 16, 2026 – Pakistan’s current account posted a surplus of $427 million in February 2026, according to the latest figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday. This marks the largest monthly surplus since March 2025, when the country recorded $1.28 billion, highlighting improving external sector performance.
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March 16, 2026
Pakistan inflation outlook if global oil stays above $100 per barrel

Karachi, March 14, 2026 – Pakistan’s inflation outlook could face renewed pressure if global oil prices remain above $100 per barrel, according to a research analysis by Topline Securities Limited, which assessed how rising energy costs may impact the country’s inflation trajectory and monetary policy stance.
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March 14, 2026
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise by $164 million in a week

Karachi, March 12, 2026 – Pakistan recorded a weekly increase of $164 million in its total foreign exchange reserves, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday.
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March 12, 2026
Pakistan receives $26.50 billion in workers’ remittances in 8MFY26: SBP

Karachi, March 10, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported that overseas Pakistani workers sent $26.50 billion in remittances during the first eight months (July to February) of the current fiscal year 2025-26. This represents a 10.5% increase compared to $23.98 billion received during the same period last year.
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March 10, 2026
Pakistan’s total forex reserves increase by $26 million: SBP

Karachi, March 5, 2026: Pakistan’s total foreign exchange (forex) reserves increased by $26 million for the week ended February 27, 2026, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The reserves rose to $21.434 billion, compared to $21.408 billion in the previous week.
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March 5, 2026
Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s economic reform agenda to UK High Commissioner

Islamabad, March 5, 2026: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with the British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ms. Jane Marriott CMG OBE, at the Finance Division on Thursday to discuss Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook, economic reforms, and bilateral economic cooperation.
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March 5, 2026
Pakistan records 10% surge in total debt in one year: SBP

Karachi: Pakistan’s total public debt surged by 10% over the past year, reaching Rs79.32 trillion by January 31, 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday. The increase reflects rising domestic and external borrowing amid ongoing fiscal and economic challenges.
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March 5, 2026
SBP issues auction calendar to raise Rs6.53 trillion from March to May 2026

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released its auction calendar for March to May 2026, setting a cumulative borrowing target of Rs6.525 trillion through Market Treasury Bills (MTBs) and Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs). The move highlights significant refinancing requirements and the government’s continued reliance on domestic debt markets.
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March 4, 2026
Aurangzeb briefs IMF on Pakistan’s economic stability, reforms, and growth agenda

Islamabad — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Aurangzeb met the International Monetary Fund (IMF) review mission on Monday, marking the start of the third review under Pakistan’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the second review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).
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March 3, 2026
Pakistan’s headline inflation climbs to 7% in February 2026

Islamabad, March 2, 2026 – Pakistan’s headline inflation surged to 7% in February 2026, marking a significant rise compared to both last month and the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The increase reflects continued pressure on consumer prices amid rising costs across food, energy, and other essential commodities.
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March 2, 2026