Pakistan’s foreign reserves drop by $367mn  to $15.44bn amid debt repayments

SBP reserves fall to $10.21 billion, while commercial banks hold $5.23 billion as of April 18, 2025

Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves stood at $15.44 billion as of April 18, 2025, according to the latest data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). 

This total includes reserves held by both the SBP and commercial banks.

The breakdown reveals that the SBP holds $10.21 billion, while commercial banks have $5.23 billion in foreign reserves. 

However, the SBP’s reserves decreased by $367 million during the week ending April 18, mainly due to external debt repayments. 

This decrease highlights the challenges Pakistan faces in managing its foreign debt while maintaining reserve stability.

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