EconomySBP cuts key policy rate by 100bps to 19.50pc Arshad KhanJuly 29, 2024October 2, 20250The decision has been taken amid a decline in the inflation rate, Jameel Ahmed said. KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan…
EconomyState Bank announces 150 basis points cut in key policy rate Arshad KhanJune 10, 2024October 2, 20250The State Bank noted that “real interest rates are still significantly positive, which is important for continuing to guide inflation…
EconomyOverseas workers’ remittances record $3bn inflow in March 2024 Arshad KhanApril 8, 2024October 2, 20250Workers’ remittances during March 24 were mainly received from Saudi Arabia (US$703.1 million). ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)…
EconomyMisprinted Rs1000 notes emerge in National Bank Arshad KhanMarch 13, 2024October 2, 20250In a statement, a spokesman for the central bank said the matter was referred to the department concerned. Misprinted Rs1000…
EconomyFitch Warns of Default Risks Amid Pakistan’s Post-Election Uncertainty Arshad KhanFebruary 20, 2024October 2, 20251Next IMF bailout package would come with tougher conditions, says global rating agency. Fitch Warns of Default Risks Amid Pakistan’s…
EconomyPakistan’s Foreign Reserves Reach US$ 13,149.1 Million: SBP Arshad KhanFebruary 16, 2024October 2, 20253The reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan stood at US$ 8,056.5 million Pakistan’s Foreign Reserves Reach US$ 13,149.1…
EconomySBP maintains interest rate at 22% Arshad KhanJanuary 29, 2024October 2, 20251MPC’s decision in line with market expectations as high inflation persists due to rise in energy prices. SBP maintains interest…
BusinessECAP adopts SBP-directed mechanism for issuing exchange rates Arshad KhanDecember 28, 2023October 2, 20250ECAP issues a single rate for the six selected leading currencies. In compliance with the directives issued by the State…
EconomyHow to identify fake Rs 5000 note, SBP explains Arshad KhanDecember 21, 2023October 2, 20250SBP explains what you can see on the note when you view it under ultraviolet light: lime green threads. How…
EconomySBP’s reserves drop to $4.2 billion Arshad KhanMay 25, 2023October 2, 20251Forex reserves to cover less than a month’s imports. SBP’s reserves drop to $4.2 billion. The State Bank of Pakistan…