Karachi, January 7, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday raised Rs905 billion through the auction of Market Treasury Bills (MTBs), surpassing its initial target of Rs850 billion, reflecting strong investor participation and easing yield expectations.
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SBP updates interbank forex rates for January 7, 2026
Karachi, January 7, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday released the latest interbank foreign exchange rates to guide banking consumers and businesses. The updated rates reflect the prevailing market trends and provide a reference for commercial transactions across the country.
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Private sector borrowing slumps 79% in 1HFY26 despite rate cuts
Karachi, January 7, 2026 — Private sector borrowing from commercial banks plunged by a massive 79% during the first half of FY2025-26, according to the latest monetary aggregates released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), highlighting weak credit demand despite aggressive monetary easing.
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SBP Releases Interbank Currency Exchange Rates – January 6, 2026
Karachi, January 6, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released the latest interbank foreign currency exchange rates to guide banking consumers, importers, exporters, and businesses involved in foreign transactions. These rates serve as a reference for commercial banks while conducting currency exchanges for clients.
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SBP Announces Latest Interbank Currency Exchange Rates – January 5, 2026
Karachi, January 5, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released the latest interbank currency exchange rates for Monday, January 5, 2026, to guide banking consumers and businesses in Pakistan. These rates provide an indication of currency valuations used by commercial banks for transactions with customers.
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SBP releases latest interbank currency exchange rates – January 2, 2026
Karachi, January 2, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published the latest interbank currency exchange rates for Friday, January 2, 2026, to provide updated information for banking consumers and financial market participants. The rates offer an overview of currency trends and serve as a reference for commercial transactions.
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SBP releases daily interbank currency exchange rates – December 31, 2025
Karachi, December 31, 2025 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday published the daily interbank currency exchange rates to provide updated information to banking customers, importers, exporters, and financial market participants. These rates serve as a guideline for commercial transactions and reflect the prevailing trends in the foreign exchange market.
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SBP orders banks to extend working hours on December 31 to facilitate taxpayers
Karachi, December 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday instructed all commercial banks to extend their working hours on December 31, 2025, to facilitate taxpayers in the smooth payment of government duties and taxes ahead of the year-end deadline.
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Retail payments in Pakistan grow 10% in Q1 FY26: SBP releases report
Karachi, December 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released its Quarterly Payment Systems Review for the first quarter (Q1) of Fiscal Year 2025-26, reporting a significant 10% growth in retail payment transactions. The report provides a detailed analysis of Pakistan’s evolving payment ecosystem, highlighting key trends, digital adoption, and sectoral developments during the quarter.
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SBP declares bank holiday on January 1, 2026
Karachi, December 30, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday announced that all banks across the country will remain closed for public transactions on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of a bank holiday. The circular issued by the SBP aims to inform the general public and banking customers to plan their financial activities accordingly.
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