The State Bank of Pakistan kept its key interest rate unchanged at 11.5 percent on Monday. The decision signals policy stability amid ongoing economic adjustments and inflation concerns. Borrowers, businesses, investors, and consumers will be directly affected by the move. The central bank announced the decision after its latest Monetary Policy Committee meeting in Islamabad. […]
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State Bank of Pakistan raises policy rate to 11.50 percent
State Bank of Pakistan has announced a new monetary policy decision, increasing the policy interest rate by one percentage point to 11.50 percent. Previously, the benchmark rate stood at 10.50 percent, but the central bank decided to tighten monetary conditions in response to prevailing economic pressures. This move reflects the bank’s continued effort to stabilize […]
SBP set to announce first monetary policy 2026
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is scheduled to hold its first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2026 on January 26, with market participants anticipating key decisions on interest rates. A recent survey indicates strong expectations of further rate cuts to support economic growth and stabilize financial markets. According to the survey, about 80 […]