The Pakistani rupee (PKR) extended its winning streak against the United States Dollar, recording its 100th consecutive gain in the interbank market on Friday. The local currency closed at PKR 279.62, appreciating by three paisas during the session.
The sustained upward trend reflects improved market sentiment and relative stability in the foreign exchange market. Analysts attribute the momentum to controlled import demand, stable remittance inflows, and ongoing monitoring by the State Bank of Pakistan.
During the trading session, the rupee posted gains against most major currencies. It appreciated by 65 paisas against the British Pound and 60 paisas versus the Euro. The local unit also strengthened by PKR 1.60 against the Australian Dollar and 68 paisas against the Canadian Dollar.
| Currency | 11-Feb-2026 | 12-Feb-2026 | 13-Feb-2026 | Change (13-Feb vs 12-Feb) |
| USD | 279.6615 | 279.6518 | 279.6231 | +0.0287 |
| EUR | 333.2307 | 332.1844 | 331.5771 | +0.6073 |
| GBP | 382.4232 | 381.4311 | 380.7768 | +0.6543 |
| AUD | 198.7834 | 199.1680 | 197.5677 | +1.6003 |
| MYR | 71.2332 | 71.5497 | 71.6065 | -0.0568 |
| CNY | 40.4676 | 40.5199 | 40.4685 | +0.0514 |
| CAD | 206.8120 | 205.9823 | 205.2958 | +0.6865 |
| AED | 76.1388 | 76.1361 | 76.1376 | -0.0015 |
| SAR | 74.5625 | 74.5679 | 74.5602 | +0.0077 |
However, the rupee closed slightly weaker against the UAE Dirham, while it edged higher against the Saudi Riyal.
The 100-day appreciation streak marks one of the longest sustained upward movements for the rupee in recent years. Market observers say continued macroeconomic stability and steady foreign inflows will remain key to maintaining the currency’s current trajectory.