Pakistan foreign reserves reach $26.75 billion with SBP holding $21.52 billion
The State Bank of Pakistan reported a rise in liquid foreign reserves to $26.75 billion as of October 23, 2026.
Central bank holdings increase slightly
State Bank of Pakistan foreign exchange reserves grew by $33 million during the week ended October 23. This brings the total held by the central bank to $21,521.7 million according to the latest weekly statement.
Commercial bank reserves also grow
Reserves kept by commercial banks rose by $112 million to reach $5,232.5 million in the same period. The combined total of liquid foreign reserves for the country stands at US$ 26,754.2 million.
Previous week figures show decline
Total liquid reserves were $26,833 million during the week ended October 16, before the recent increase. The central bank noted that its own holdings increased by $19 million in the prior week.
All 2 outlets report consistently
No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.
- Associated Press of Pakistan
- Business Recorder
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