The Pakistani rupee (PKR) continued its upward streak against the US Dollar (USD), closing in green for the 99th consecutive session on Thursday. The local currency appreciated by one paisa to settle at Rs. 279.65 against the dollar in the interbank market.
PKR vs USD Performance
The rupee closed at 279.6518, compared to 279.6615 a day earlier, marking a gain of 0.0097. The steady recovery reflects improved dollar inflows, controlled import demand, and relative stability in the foreign exchange market.
Performance Against Major Currencies
| Currency | 10-Feb-2026 | 11-Feb-2026 | 12-Feb-2026 | Change (+/–) |
| USD | 279.6731 | 279.6615 | 279.6518 | +0.0097 |
| EUR | 333.0208 | 333.2307 | 332.1844 | +1.0463 |
| GBP | 382.3131 | 382.4232 | 381.4311 | +0.9921 |
| AUD | 197.8268 | 198.7834 | 199.1680 | -0.3846 |
| MYR | 71.2180 | 71.2332 | 71.5497 | -0.3165 |
| CNY | 40.4596 | 40.4676 | 40.5199 | -0.0523 |
| CAD | 206.1650 | 206.8120 | 205.9823 | +0.8297 |
| AED | 76.1419 | 76.1388 | 76.1361 | +0.0027 |
| SAR | 74.5715 | 74.5625 | 74.5679 | -0.0054 |
Other Currency Movements
The rupee posted notable gains against the Euro (Rs. 1.04) and the British Pound (99 paisas). It also appreciated by 83 paisas against the Canadian Dollar (CAD).
However, the local unit lost 38 paisas against the Australian Dollar (AUD) and slipped slightly against the Saudi Riyal (SAR). It closed marginally stronger against the UAE Dirham (AED).
The rupee’s extended rally now nearing 100 consecutive sessions signals relative exchange rate stability. Analysts attribute the trend to improved remittance flows, export receipts, and tighter monetary discipline.
Sustained macroeconomic reforms and external financing support are expected to play a key role in maintaining currency stability in the coming months.
