Karachi, April 8, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan has released the latest daily interbank foreign exchange rates for Wednesday, providing key reference rates to support banking customers, businesses, and financial institutions across the country.
The weighted average interbank exchange rates reflect the indicative buying and selling prices of major international currencies against the Pakistani rupee. These rates are compiled from daily exchange rate sheets issued by commercial banks.
Interbank Exchange Rates – April 8, 2026
| Currency | Buying (PKR) | Selling (PKR) |
| UAE Dirham (AED) | 75.9393 | 76.0509 |
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | 197.0858 | 197.3875 |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | 201.4152 | 201.7211 |
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | 353.4613 | 354.0185 |
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | 40.8509 | 40.9031 |
| Euro (EUR) | 325.8907 | 326.3906 |
| British Pound (GBP) | 374.1747 | 374.7658 |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | 1.7615 | 1.7641 |
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | 74.2603 | 74.3684 |
| US Dollar (USD) | 278.7836 | 279.2087 |
The US dollar remained a key benchmark currency, trading close to Rs279 in the interbank market, reflecting ongoing stability with slight fluctuations. Major currencies such as the British pound and euro also maintained strong positions against the rupee.
According to the SBP, these exchange rates are provided strictly for informational purposes and represent estimates of rates quoted by commercial banks to their clients. They are not fixed rates but rather indicative values that may vary slightly depending on market conditions and transaction size.
Market analysts note that exchange rate movements are influenced by multiple factors, including international currency trends, demand and supply dynamics, and macroeconomic indicators.
The latest release helps maintain transparency in Pakistan’s foreign exchange market and supports informed financial decision-making for importers, exporters, and investors.