The State Bank of Pakistan has allowed exchange companies to enter into short-term forward sale transactions with banks for up to five working days against incoming home remittances, in a move aimed at enhancing inflows and improving liquidity management.
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Pakistan’s government debt rises by nearly Rs2 trillion in FY26: central bank
Karachi, April 10, 2026 – Pakistan’s central government debt increased by nearly Rs2 trillion during the first eight months of fiscal year 2025-26, driven largely by higher domestic borrowing to meet financing needs, data released by the State Bank of Pakistan showed on Thursday.
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Pakistan forex reserves rise by $105 million, central bank says
KARACHI, April 9 – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $105 million in the week ended April 3, the State Bank of Pakistan said on Thursday, offering modest support to the country’s external position.
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SBP Releases Interbank Exchange Rates for April 9, 2026
Karachi, April 9, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued the latest daily interbank currency exchange rates for Thursday, providing essential guidance for banking customers and businesses involved in foreign trade.
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Pakistan receives $3.8 billion in remittances in March 2026 despite Iran war
Karachi, April 8, 2026— Pakistan recorded strong inflows of workers’ remittances in March 2026, reaching $3.8 billion despite ongoing geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict. The figures were released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday, highlighting the resilience of overseas Pakistanis during a period of global uncertainty.
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SBP releases latest interbank exchange rates: April 8, 2026
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.
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SBP Releases Interbank Exchange Rates for April 7, 2026
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday issued the latest interbank foreign exchange rates to assist banking customers and businesses engaged in international transactions.
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SBP mandates declaration for foreign inflows above $25,000
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan has introduced a new regulatory requirement making it mandatory to submit a declaration for foreign inflows exceeding $25,000, aiming to enhance transparency and strengthen monitoring of cross-border financial transactions.
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Government bank borrowing surges 61% in 9MFY26, SBP data shows
The federal government’s borrowing from commercial banks surged by 61% during the first nine months of fiscal year 2025-26, highlighting growing reliance on domestic financing, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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SBP launches major reforms to support freelancers and IT exporters
Karachi, April 6, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced a series of landmark initiatives aimed at facilitating freelancers and IT exporters, marking a significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s digital economy.
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