Karachi, January 23, 2026 – In a decisive enforcement action, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday cancelled the license of a well-known exchange company, citing serious violations of regulatory requirements governing the foreign exchange sector.
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SBP Releases Updated Interbank Forex Rates: January 23, 2026
Karachi, January 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released the latest daily interbank foreign exchange rates for Friday, January 23, 2026, providing critical guidance for banks, traders, businesses, and the general public.
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SBP tightens export rules; new undertakings required for payments
Karachi, Jan 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced stricter rules for exporters, requiring them to submit a new Undertaking/Declaration through the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) system for receipt of payments via Authorized Dealers (ADs).
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SBP Releases Daily Interbank Forex Rates – January 22, 2026
Karachi, January 22, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday published the latest daily interbank foreign exchange rates to keep banking consumers, traders, and financial institutions informed about currency movements.
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Pakistan treasury bill yields fall to four-year low, return to single digits
Yields on Pakistan’s short-term government securities have dropped to their lowest level in more than four years, with Treasury Bill (T-bill) cut-off yields returning to single-digit territory following the latest auction conducted by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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SBP Updates Interbank Foreign Exchange Rates for January 21, 2026
Karachi, January 21, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published the latest interbank foreign exchange rates for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, providing updated reference rates for banks, financial institutions, and general consumers.
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Pakistan records $1.56bn profit repatriation in 1HFY26
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – Pakistan witnessed a significant rise in profit and dividend outflows during the first half of the ongoing fiscal year, as foreign investors repatriated $1.56 billion between July and December FY2025-26, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday.
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SBP Issues Daily Interbank Foreign Exchange Rates for January 20, 2026
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released its daily interbank foreign exchange rates to facilitate banks, importers, exporters, and general banking customers across the country.
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Foreign Direct Investment into Pakistan Plunges 43% in 1HFY26: SBP
Karachi, January 19, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported a sharp decline in foreign direct investment (FDI), which fell by 43% during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025-26 compared with the same period last year. FDI totaled $808 million in 1HFY26, down from $1.42 billion in 1HFY25, signaling a slowdown in investor confidence despite a strong performance in the country’s stock market.
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Pakistan’s current account deficit widens to $1.74 billion in 1HFY26: SBP
Karachi, January 19, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reported a sharp increase in the country’s current account deficit, which surged to $1.74 billion during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025-26. This represents a significant shift from a current account surplus of $957 million recorded in the same period last year.
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