Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan increased by $41 million during the latest reporting week. The central bank said reserves reached $16.34 billion by March 6. The increase offers slight support to Pakistan’s external financial position and economic stability.
According to data released on Thursday, the SBP reported that the country’s total liquid foreign reserves reached $21.60 billion. This figure includes reserves held by both the central bank and commercial banks. The data reflects the situation for the week ending March 6.
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A detailed breakdown shows the central bank holds the largest share of the country’s reserves. The SBP’s foreign exchange reserves stood at $16.34 billion during the reporting period. Meanwhile, commercial banks held net foreign reserves totaling $5.26 billion.
Together, the combined reserves of the SBP and commercial banks form Pakistan’s overall liquid foreign reserves. Consequently, the total reached $21.60 billion for the week under review. The central bank confirmed the figures in its weekly financial statement.
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The SBP added that its reserves increased by $41 million during the week ending March 6. Although the rise is modest, it reflects continued monitoring of external accounts. Such updates help investors and policymakers track Pakistan’s financial stability.