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Rising trade deficit pushes Pakistan into monthly external account shortfall
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday reported that Pakistan posted a current account deficit (CAD) of $324 million in April 2026, reversing the strong surplus recorded in the previous month.
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Jameel Ahmad says falling global commodity prices impacting Pakistan’s export earnings
Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan Jameel Ahmad on Friday said Pakistan’s exports are likely to decline by around $2 billion during fiscal year 2025-26 due to weak global commodity prices and challenging international economic conditions.
(more…)Central bank expands digital payments initiative to 96 cattle markets across Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched a nationwide “Go Cashless” campaign for Eid-ul-Azha 2026 aimed at promoting secure and convenient digital transactions in cattle markets across the country.
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Pakistan’s reserves rise ahead of $1.3 billion IMF inflow received on May 12, 2026
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Rising investor interest drives sharp increase in registered prize bond holdings amid documentation push
Investment in premium prize bonds in Pakistan increased by 24.30% in the year ended March 31, 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan.
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Rising global bullion prices boost Pakistan’s strategic gold holdings despite recent market volatility
Pakistan’s gold reserves surged 40% year-on-year to reach $9.61 billion in April 2026, according to data released by the central bank on Thursday.
(more…)Central bank simplifies inheritance remittance process for foreign legal heirs
KARACHI – State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued revised instructions regarding the distribution and remittance of assets belonging to deceased persons to legal heirs residing abroad.
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Central bank says lack of global payment platforms limits growth potential of Pakistan’s booming gig economy
The State Bank of Pakistan has acknowledged that the absence of widely used international payment platforms, particularly PayPal, continues to create major financial and operational hurdles for Pakistani freelancers.
(more…)Pakistan economy shows resilience as inflation eases, remittances rise and industrial activity maintains momentum
KARACHI, May 12, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan has projected Pakistan’s economic growth for fiscal year 2025-26 in the range of 3.75 percent to 4.75 percent, exceeding the government’s official target of 4.2 percent despite growing risks from the ongoing Middle East war.
(more…)Government borrowing rises sharply in FY26
State Bank of Pakistan on Monday reported that government borrowing from commercial banks surged to Rs3.45 trillion during the first 10 months (July-April) of fiscal year 2025-26.
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