Karachi, May 19, 2025 – The latest currency exchange rates in Pakistan for Monday, May 19, 2025, reveal a stable start to the week in the open market.
As trading resumed this morning, currency dealers across the country reported moderate fluctuations in foreign exchange values, reflecting both regional economic indicators and global financial market trends.
The US Dollar (USD), which remains one of the most closely watched foreign currencies, is currently being bought at Rs. 282.25 and sold at Rs. 283.75. The value indicates slight firmness in the dollar compared to the previous week’s rates, influenced by ongoing global economic developments and demand in the local market.
Among other major currencies, the British Pound (GBP) continues to remain strong, being exchanged at Rs. 375.30 for buying and Rs. 378.80 for selling. The Euro (EUR), too, holds its ground firmly in the foreign exchange market, trading at Rs. 315.85 for buying and Rs. 318.65 for selling.
Middle Eastern currencies such as the Saudi Riyal (SAR) and the UAE Dirham (AED) maintain steady positions due to consistent demand from Pakistani expatriates and import-export traders. The Saudi Riyal is being traded at Rs. 75.15 for buying and Rs. 75.70 for selling, while the UAE Dirham stands at Rs. 76.80 for buying and Rs. 77.45 for selling.
Other notable entries include the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD), which is one of the highest-valued currencies, currently available at Rs. 912.55 for buying and Rs. 922.05 for selling. Similarly, the Omani Riyal (OMR) is being bought at Rs. 732.65 and sold at Rs. 741.15, maintaining its high exchange value.
Asian currencies such as the Japanese Yen (JPY), Chinese Yuan (CNY), and Indian Rupee (INR) continue to be actively traded in Pakistan’s exchange market. The Yen is trading at Rs. 1.95 (buying) and Rs. 2.01 (selling), while the Chinese Yuan is at Rs. 37.59 and Rs. 37.99, respectively. The Indian Rupee trades slightly lower at Rs. 3.19 for buying and Rs. 3.28 for selling.
These latest currency exchange rates are subject to change throughout the day depending on market dynamics and global forex trends. For accurate and updated information, traders and the general public are advised to stay connected with reliable forex dealers and financial institutions. With economic activity picking up, monitoring currency exchange rates remains crucial for importers, exporters, travelers, and investors in Pakistan.