The State Bank of Pakistan State Bank of Pakistan recorded a slight increase in its foreign exchange reserves during the week ending May 8, 2026, supported by fresh dollar inflows.
According to the central bank’s weekly report issued on Thursday, foreign reserves held by the SBP increased by $17 million on a week-on-week basis, reaching $15.867 billion compared to $15.851 billion in the previous week.
The report further stated that Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves rose by $43 million to $21.337 billion, up from $21.294 billion recorded a week earlier.
Meanwhile, net foreign reserves held by commercial banks stood at $5.44 billion, reflecting an increase of $27 million during the same period.
The latest figures indicate continued stability in Pakistan’s external sector amid efforts to strengthen foreign exchange reserves and maintain macroeconomic stability.
