Karachi: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves posted a slight increase during the week ending August 15, 2025, rising by USD 74.1 million, or 0.38%, to reach USD 19.57 billion, according to figures issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday.
Reserves held by the central bank moved up by USD 13 million, or 0.09%, totaling USD 14.26 billion. Meanwhile, commercial banks saw a stronger uptick, with their reserves climbing by USD 61.1 million, or 1.16%, to USD 5.31 billion.
On a yearly scale, SBP’s reserves have witnessed robust growth, expanding by USD 5.19 billion, or 57.28%, so far in the current fiscal year. In the ongoing calendar year, reserves have advanced by USD 2.55 billion, reflecting a 21.74% rise.
The continued buildup highlights improved foreign exchange liquidity, underpinned by steady inflows to both central and commercial bank holdings.
