Key Currency Rates in Pakistan Remain Mostly Stable on August 25, 2025
KARACHI – Pakistan’s foreign exchange market showed minimal fluctuations today, with most major currencies holding steady against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), according to the latest data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and market sources. Metrics, collated from brokerage companies and the Reuters Eikon Terminal, reflect weighted average interbank closing rates for leading currencies, including the US Dollar (USD), Saudi Riyal (SAR), UAE Dirham (AED), Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD), Canadian Dollar (CAD), and Qatari Riyal (QAR).
Saudi Riyal (SAR) remained unchanged in ready rates at PKR 75.1305, while forward contracts saw slight increases. The 1-month rate edged up to PKR 75.4979, and the 6-month rate rose to PKR 76.5596. The 1-year rate dipped slightly to PKR 78.1085. Analysts say this stability may help maintain steady costs for remittances and pilgrimage-related expenses.
UAE Dirham (AED) also held its ready rate at PKR 76.7526, with modest increases in forward contracts. The 1-month AED rate rose to PKR 77.1958, and the 6-month rate reached PKR 78.4636. These minor changes are expected to keep trade and expatriate costs consistent.
Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) maintained complete stability across all terms, with the ready rate at PKR 921.3475 and the 1-year rate unchanged at PKR 965.1842, supporting predictable costs for high-value transactions.
Canadian Dollar (CAD) saw noticeable gains, with the ready rate climbing to PKR 203.7684, up by PKR 1.1415 since August 22. The 6-month CAD rate rose to PKR 210.1546. Experts say this upward trend could slightly increase expenses for trade and the Pakistani diaspora in Canada.
Qatari Riyal (QAR) remained unchanged across all tenors, keeping the ready rate steady at PKR 77.3466, providing stability for Pakistanis working in Qatar. dollar (USD) experienced a minor decline. The ready rate eased slightly to PKR 281.8728, with the 1-year forward rate at PKR 294.3845. Analysts suggest this small drop could offer some relief for import costs, while open market buying rates hover around PKR 284.
Other notable currencies also showed modest variations:
Euro (EUR): Ready at PKR 329.8194, 6-month at PKR 341.6786.
British Pound (GBP): Ready at PKR 380.6833, 6-month at PKR 390.2818.
Swiss Franc (CHF): Ready at PKR 351.2653, 6-month at PKR 367.7988.
Australian Dollar (AUD): Ready at PKR 182.9777, 6-month at PKR 188.0723.
Singapore Dollar (SGD): Ready at PKR 219.3577, 6-month at PKR 227.3387.
The State Bank of Pakistan’s M2M rates provide the official benchmark for currency valuations in the country, helping guide businesses, importers, exporters, and expatriates in their financial planning.
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