Pakistan foreign reserves rise to $26.81 billion with SBP holding record amount
The State Bank of Pakistan reported that total liquid foreign reserves reached $26.81 billion as of September 18, 2026.
Central bank holdings increase significantly
State Bank of Pakistan held $21.4 billion in foreign exchange reserves during the week ended September 18, 2026. This amount represents an increase of $11 million from the previous period and marks the highest level ever recorded for the central bank.
Commercial banks hold smaller share
Commercial banks maintained net foreign reserves of $5.41 billion during the same review period. These holdings rose by $8 million compared to the figures from the week ended September 11, 2026.
Weekly statement confirms data
The central bank released this information in its weekly statement on Thursday. The report details the breakdown between state and private sector holdings for the specified week.
All 2 outlets report consistently
No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.
- Business Recorder
- Associated Press of Pakistan
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