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Pakistan’s Forex Reserves Rise to $19.57 Billion

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.

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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.

Arslan Siddiqui

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