Overview
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) released the official mark-to-market (M2M) currency rates on October 30, 2025, providing the benchmark used by authorized dealers to revalue FX books and set forward tenors. For full official details visit the SBP website State Bank of Pakistan and contextual market data on LSEG. Also follow our coverage on NewsCloud. 🔍
What the SBP numbers show — quick snapshot
On October 30, 2025, the USD/PKR spot rate marginally eased to 280.9235 PKR in the interbank market, while the one-year forward was recorded at 293.1740 PKR. Gulf currencies remained resilient with the Saudi Riyal (SAR) at 74.9070 PKR spot and the UAE Dirham (AED) at 76.4824 PKR. The Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) retained its high value at 916.4336 PKR spot, reflecting continued regional demand. For methodology and official release check the SBP M2M bulletin and guidance. 📑
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The Euro (EUR) spot rate slipped to 326.1944 PKR with a one-year forward near 346.3090 PKR, while the British Pound (GBP) traded at 370.6224 PKR (one-year forward ~386.4913 PKR). Key Gulf and commodity-related currencies such as the Bahraini Dinar (BHD) and Omani Riyal (OMR) showed steady forward premiums, signaling market caution but also the buffering effect of remittances and regional liquidity. For macro drivers, analysts often refer to global central bank stances such as the U.S. Federal Reserve — see Federal Reserve commentary. 🌍
Full rates at a glance
SBP’s October 30, 2025 M2M release lists many currencies versus PKR: JPY 1.8263, CHF 351.4180, AUD 184.7915, CAD 201.4150, SEK 29.8585, NOK 28.0009, DKK 43.6790, SGD 216.2115, NZD 162.1631, MYR 66.9025, HKD 36.1616, INR 3.1689, ZAR 16.3373, OMR 729.6242, BDT 2.2989, BRL 52.4243, ARS 0.1954, CNY 39.5174, LKR 0.9236, THB 8.6638, TRY 6.6905, IDR 0.0169, MXN 15.1915, RUB 3.4936, KRW 0.1967, CNH 39.5224. Note: BDT, BRL and ARS did not have forward quotes in the SBP table for longer tenors. ✅
Why these numbers matter — market implications
Currency Rates in Pakistan Today are critical for corporate treasuries, importers, exporters, and remittance recipients because the SBP M2M serves as the market reference for daily book revaluations and hedges. A modest USD softening can lower import bills in the near term, while forward premiums suggest traders price in potential PKR weakness over the next 12 months. Remittance inflows, FX reserves trends and external debt servicing remain the core domestic drivers; for international context, read analyst notes from trusted outlets like Reuters or institutional reports from the IMF. 💼
Practical takeaways for businesses and individuals
Individuals planning foreign transfers or businesses negotiating import contracts should monitor the Currency Rates in Pakistan Today closely and consider forward hedging where exposure is material. Authorized dealers use the SBP M2M rates and your treasury team should align contract clauses accordingly. For ease, follow our live updates on NewsCloud where we publish daily M2M summaries and expert commentary. 🔄
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This summary uses the State Bank of Pakistan’s official M2M release (SBP) and market reference feeds. For historical comparisons and interactive tools, visit SBP and LSEG; for macro commentary consult the Federal Reserve and IMF pages linked above. Currency Rates in Pakistan Today remain dynamic — monitor official feeds and high-quality financial news sources for intraday moves. 📡
FAQs
- How often does the SBP publish Currency Rates in Pakistan Today?
The SBP posts daily mark-to-market (M2M) exchange rates for authorized dealers; check the SBP website for the official bulletin. - Where can I verify the official USD/PKR spot and forward rates?
Official rates are available on the State Bank of Pakistan website and through licensed market data providers such as LSEG. - What affects Currency Rates in Pakistan Today?
Key drivers include remittance flows, foreign exchange reserves, import demand, global monetary policy (e.g., US Fed decisions), and regional liquidity conditions. - Should businesses hedge based on SBP M2M numbers?
Companies with FX exposure often use SBP M2M as a reference for valuation and consider forward contracts to lock rates when appropriate. - Can I rely on NewsCloud for daily Currency Rates in Pakistan Today?
Yes — we summarize official SBP releases and provide context; always cross-check with SBP’s official release for compliance-sensitive decisions.
