Overview
- State Bank data show foreign exchange reserves increased by $730 million to $15.83 billion, taking the national total to $21.269 billion.
- The central bank said the rise came from proceeds of a new three-year Eurobond that boosted its holdings.
- The government increased the Eurobond to $750 million from $500 million through a greenshoe after strong investor demand.
- Analysts said the inflow eases payment pressure for now, yet lasting stability will depend on further funding and stronger exports.
- Business Recorder reported Pakistan repaid $3.4 billion to the UAE during the period, with $3 billion from Saudi Arabia helping offset the outflow.