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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.
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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.
(more…)State Bank of Pakistan on Monday announced that Pakistan received $3.5 billion in workers’ remittances during April 2026.
(more…)KARACHI, May 7, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has extended the deadline for allowing crude oil and petroleum imports on cost, insurance and freight (CIF) basis until July 10, 2026, according to a notification issued on Thursday.
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KARACHI, May 7, 2026 – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves posted a modest increase of $25 million during the week ended April 30, the central bank said on Thursday, supported by stable inflows and improving external sector expectations.
(more…)KARACHI, May 5, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has shared progress on Pakistan’s transition toward a Riba-free banking system in line with the landmark judgment of the Federal Shariat Court (FSC).
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