Karachi, February 19, 2026 – Foreign investors operating in Pakistan repatriated $1.68 billion in profits and dividends during the first seven months (July to January) of fiscal year 2025-26, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday.
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SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
Karachi, February 18, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday announced the official bank timings for Ramazan 2026, starting from February 19, 2026. The revised timings are designed to accommodate the observance of the holy month while ensuring smooth banking operations across the country.
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SBP releases updated interbank foreign exchange rates for February 18, 2026
Karachi, February 18, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published the latest interbank foreign exchange rates for Wednesday, February 18, 2026, providing guidance for banking consumers and commercial transactions. The rates are compiled from daily sheets issued by commercial banks and represent indicative values for foreign currency transactions.
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Pakistan reports 41% plunge in foreign direct investment in 7MFY26
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – Pakistan witnessed a sharp decline in foreign direct investment (FDI), with inflows plunging by 41% during the first seven months (July to January) of fiscal year 2025-26, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday.
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Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account deficit in 7MFY26
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – Pakistan has recorded a current account deficit of $1.07 billion during the first seven months (July to January) of fiscal year 2025-26, marking a sharp shift from a $564 million surplus in the same period last year, according to the latest Balance of Payment (BOP) data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday.
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SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday announced that all banks will remain closed for public dealing on the first day of Ramadan 1447 A.H. for the purpose of Zakat deduction 2026.
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Govt backs banks with 10% guarantee for fan replacement scheme
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday announced that the federal government is providing a 10 percent first loss credit guarantee to financing banks under the Prime Minister’s Fan Replacement Program (PM FRP), aimed at promoting energy conservation and efficiency across the country.
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SBP releases daily interbank foreign exchange rates: February 17, 2026
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released the official interbank foreign exchange rates to facilitate banks, businesses, importers, exporters, and the general public in making informed financial and commercial decisions.
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SBP launches cyber shield to protect banks and customers
Karachi, February 16, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday launched “Cyber Shield – the Cyber Resilience Strategy for Regulated Entities”, a comprehensive national framework aimed at strengthening the safety, security, and resilience of Pakistan’s banking and financial system against rapidly evolving cyber threats.
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SBP Releases Daily Interbank Foreign Exchange Rates – February 16, 2026
Karachi, February 16, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday released the latest interbank foreign exchange rates to guide banking consumers, traders, and businesses across the country. These rates provide an indicative reference for currency transactions in the domestic market.
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