Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise to $20.63bn: SBP

Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves rose to $20.63 billion as of April 17, 2026, with both the central bank and commercial banks reporting increases during the week.

According to a statement released by the State Bank of Pakistan, the country’s overall reserves stood at $20,628.5 million. Of this, the central bank held $15,097.6 million after its foreign exchange reserves increased by $18 million over the week.

“During the week ended on 17 April 2026, SBP’s FX reserves increased by US$18 million to US$15,097.6 million,” the bank said in its weekly update.

Reserves held by commercial banks also went up, rising by $86 million to reach $5,530.9 million during the same period.

A week earlier, on April 10, Pakistan’s total liquid reserves were recorded at $20,524.5 million. At that time, the central bank’s holdings stood at $15,079.5 million, while commercial banks accounted for $5,445 million.