Reserves Increase, Bolstering Economic Stability
Key Takeaways:
i) Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have recently increased.
ii) The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is managing these reserves.
iii) Increased reserves contribute to economic stability and facilitate international trade.
Islamabad, Pakistan – April 12, 2025 – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves are showing a positive trend, with recent data indicating a rise, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This increase is expected to contribute to the country’s economic stability.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the central bank, reported that the country’s total liquid foreign reserves stood at $15.75 billion as of April 4, 2025. This includes reserves held by the SBP and net foreign reserves held by commercial banks, which amounted to $10.70 billion and $5.05 billion, respectively.
This increase in foreign exchange reserves is a positive sign for Pakistan’s economy. These reserves play a crucial role in maintaining the stability of the Pakistani rupee, facilitating international trade, and providing a buffer against external economic shocks. Foreign exchange reserves are essential for a country to meet its international payment obligations and maintain investor confidence.
Historically, Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have fluctuated. They reached an all-time high of $27.1 billion in August 2021 but have also experienced lows.
The SBP actively manages these reserves, employing monetary policies to ensure the stability of Pakistan’s financial system. The central bank’s role is to regulate the monetary and credit system of Pakistan.
Historically, Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have fluctuated. They reached an all-time high of $27.1 billion in August 2021 but have also experienced lows. The SBP’s goal is to maintain a healthy level of reserves to ensure economic stability and facilitate sustainable growth.
