SBP's Foreign Reserves Rise by $13 Million to $17.04 Billion

At a glance

SBP-held reserves increased by $13 million to $17.04 billion for the week ending July 31, 2026.
Total liquid foreign reserves in Pakistan stand at $22.47 billion.
Commercial banks hold net foreign reserves of $5.43 billion.

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Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves held by the central bank rose to $17.043 billion as of July 31, 2026. The country's total liquid foreign reserves, including those held by commercial banks, were recorded at $22.474 billion. The reserves have seen fluctuations in recent weeks, influenced by external debt repayments and inflows from international institutions.

Latest development

The State Bank of Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves saw a minor increase of $13 million, reaching $17.043 billion during the week that ended on July 31, 2026. This follows a decline of $229 million in the previous week.

Sources and updates

Pakistan Observer