On May 6, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the official foreign exchange rates for customers. These rates, based on the weighted averages of commercial banks, act as a key reference for cross-border transactions, facilitating international trade and commerce.
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SBP cuts benchmark rate to 11%, surpassing market consensus
Karachi, May 5, 2025 — In a move that exceeded market forecasts, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced a 100 basis point reduction in its benchmark policy rate, bringing it down to 11%, effective May 6, 2025.
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SBP releases foreign currency rates for May 5, 2025
On May 5, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the official foreign exchange rates for customers. These rates, based on the weighted averages of commercial banks, act as a key reference for cross-border transactions, facilitating international trade and commerce.
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How much gold jewellery can you take out of Pakistan?
When it comes to carrying gold jewellery out of Pakistan, the rules are quite specific and tightly regulated by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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Weekly foreign exchange reserves decline by $184 million: SBP
Karachi, May 2, 2025 – Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves witnessed a decline of $184 million during the week ending April 25, 2025, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday.
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SBP releases foreign currency rates for May 2, 2025
On May 2, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the official foreign exchange rates for customers. These rates, based on the weighted averages of commercial banks, act as a key reference for cross-border transactions, facilitating international trade and commerce.
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SBP releases foreign currency rates for April 30, 2025
On April 30, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the official foreign exchange rates for customers. These rates, based on the weighted averages of commercial banks, act as a key reference for cross-border transactions, facilitating international trade and commerce.
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SBP questions FBR performance as sales tax ATL shrinks
Karachi, April 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has expressed concern over the performance of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), particularly in relation to the declining number of sales tax filers on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL).
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SBP to announce monetary policy on May 5, 2025
Karachi, April 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially scheduled the announcement of its next monetary policy statement for Monday, May 5, 2025.
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Higher property taxes slow housing loan demand: SBP Report
Karachi, April 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revealed that increased taxation on property transactions has significantly impacted housing finance, dampening the demand for home-building loans despite a reduction in borrowing costs.
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