Pakistan’s Foreign Reserves Rise to $21.79 Billion

Karachi, April 2, 2026: Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves stood at $21.79 billion as of March 27, 2026, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

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The central bank reported that its own reserves increased slightly during the week, rising by $6 million to reach $16.38 billion.

A breakdown of the country’s reserves shows that:

• $16.38 billion is held by the SBP
• $5.41 billion is held by commercial banks

The modest increase reflects continued stability in Pakistan’s external account position, amid ongoing efforts to strengthen foreign exchange buffers.