SBP Reserves Under $22 Billion
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves witnessed a decline during the week concluded October 16, 2026.
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves witnessed a decline during the week concluded October 16, 2026.
Article outline
- What happened
- The key numbers
- The bottom line
Key points
- The country's total liquid foreign reserves stood at $26.83 billion as of October 16, down by $30.3 million.
- This includes $21.49 billion held by the SBP and $5.344 billion maintained by commercial banks.
- Reserves with commercial banks are down by $49.4 million compared to a week earlier.
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According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), its foreign exchange reserves rose by $19.1 million over the week to $21.49 billion, up from $21.47 billion a week earlier. Govt Shortlists 10 Investors for IESCO Sale.
Notably, the country's total liquid foreign reserves stood at $26.83 billion as of October 16, down by $30.3 million.
Reserves with commercial banks are down by $49.4 million compared to a week earlier. The current dollar reserves can cover imports for 3.01 months. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.
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For now, SBP Reserves Under $22 Billion remains the part of the story worth watching, and further updates are likely as more details are confirmed.
