KARACHI, August 21, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the latest weighted average customer exchange rates for Thursday, August 21, 2025, reflecting current market trends across the banking sector.
These exchange rates serve as a benchmark for businesses, importers, exporters, and individual customers dealing in foreign currency transactions.
According to SBP, the exchange rates are compiled daily from rate sheets issued by various commercial banks operating in Pakistan. The central bank emphasized that these rates are indicative and provided for informational purposes only. Actual transactional rates may vary slightly depending on bank policies, currency demand, and prevailing market conditions.
Weighted Average Customer Exchange Rates (PKR):
| Currency | Buying | Selling |
| AED | 76.6988 | 76.8091 |
| AUD | 180.9274 | 181.2099 |
| CAD | 202.9695 | 203.2759 |
| CHF | 349.7544 | 350.3053 |
| CNY | 39.2657 | 39.3170 |
| EUR | 327.9379 | 328.4379 |
| GBP | 378.8690 | 379.4562 |
| JPY | 1.9103 | 1.9131 |
| SAR | 75.0613 | 75.1724 |
| USD | 281.6919 | 282.1238 |
The SBP stated that publishing exchange rates enhances transparency in the foreign currency market and provides clarity to all stakeholders. By offering a reliable reference, the SBP ensures consistency in currency dealings and supports financial decision-making across sectors.
Financial analysts believe such exchange rate disclosures by SBP improve investor confidence, help maintain market stability, and assist businesses in planning cross-border transactions with greater accuracy and reduced risk exposure.