Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a slight increase during the week ended August 7, 2026.
According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), its reserves increased by $4 million during the reported week.
The SBP’s foreign exchange reserves reached $17.057 billion. They stood at $17.043 billion during the previous week.
The latest figures show a modest improvement in Pakistan’s foreign exchange position. However, the weekly increase remained relatively small.
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves stood at $22.498 billion as of August 7. The figure includes reserves held by the SBP and commercial banks.
The central bank held $17.057 billion in foreign exchange reserves. Commercial banks maintained the remaining $5.441 billion.
The combined holdings brought Pakistan’s total liquid reserves to $22.498 billion. These reserves are important for meeting the country’s external financial needs.
Foreign exchange reserves help a country manage international payments. They also support the payment of imports and other external obligations.
The latest reserve level provides Pakistan with approximately 2.5 months of import cover. Import cover measures the period imports can be financed using available reserves.
The reserve position is closely monitored by financial institutions and market participants. Changes can provide insight into a country’s external financial strength.
The $4 million weekly increase reflects a relatively stable movement in central bank reserves. The SBP remains the largest holder of Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves.
Commercial banks also maintain a significant amount of foreign currency. Their holdings form an important part of the country’s total liquid reserves.
Pakistan’s total reserves remained close to the $22.5 billion mark during the reported period. The latest data provides an update on the country’s external liquidity.
Foreign exchange reserves can also influence market confidence. Stronger reserve levels can help support confidence in a country’s ability to meet external payments.
The SBP regularly releases weekly information about the country’s reserve position. The data helps businesses and investors track external financial developments.
The latest figures will also remain important for monitoring Pakistan’s import financing capacity. The current level provides around 2.5 months of import cover.
Pakistan’s external position can change based on foreign exchange inflows and payments. Future reserve data will show how the position develops.
For the week ended August 7, the movement remained slightly positive. The SBP recorded a $4 million increase compared with the previous week.
Overall, Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves stood at $22.498 billion. The SBP held $17.057 billion, while commercial banks held $5.441 billion.
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The figures indicate a modest improvement in the country’s reserves. They also show that Pakistan continues to maintain around 2.5 months of import cover.
