Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves improve

Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves were recorded at US$16.02 billion during the week ended on March 14, 2025, citing the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). 

Pakistan’s reserves held by the SBP increased by US$ 48.9 million to US$ 11.14 billion during that time, the central bank said in a statement. During the same period, Pakistan’s net foreign reserves held by commercial banks rose by $38 million to US$4.87 billion. Similarly, the country’s total reserves increased by $86.9 million to $16.02bn. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved an all-time high on Thursday, 2025, with the KSE-100 Index surging past the 119,000-point mark during intra-day trading.

The index reached a record-breaking high of 119,421.81 points, with the current index up by 689.71 points, reaching 118,663.73, reflecting a 0.58% increase during the day. The market’s upward trend indicates a positive sentiment among investors, showing growing confidence in the market as the session continues. The trading volume stands at 268,125,313 shares, with a total value of Rs20,221,788,995. The PSX’s bullish momentum is expected to continue, with investors optimistic about the market’s future performance.