KARACHI: In a promising development for Pakistan’s external financial position, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced an increase in the country’s foreign exchange reserves.Financial planning tools
According to data released by the central bank, the total exchange reserves climbed by a substantial $130 million during the week ending June 13, 2025.
The SBP reported that the total foreign exchange reserves of the country now stand at $17.005 billion, up from $16.875 billion recorded a week earlier on June 6, 2025. This upward trend reflects the country’s efforts to stabilize and strengthen its exchange position amid ongoing economic reforms and international financial support.
A detailed breakdown reveals that the SBP’s own exchange reserves increased by $47 million, reaching $11.722 billion by June 13, 2025, compared to $11.676 billion a week prior. In parallel, commercial banks also witnessed a notable improvement, with their reserves rising by $83 million to $5.282 billion from $5.199 billion during the same period.
Experts credit this improvement to effective policies implemented by the SBP in managing foreign inflows, debt repayments, and exchange market stability. They added that these reserves serve as a critical buffer in absorbing external shocks and managing exchange rate volatility.
