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State Bank of Pakistan Reports 5% Drop in Remittances Amid Middle East War Concerns

Dua Sehar6 hours ago02 mins

Pakistan’s workers’ remittances recorded a 5% year-on-year decline in March 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan, highlighting emerging external risks despite overall resilience. Remittances stood at $3.83 billion in March, compared to $4.05 billion in the same month last year. However, inflows increased by 17% on a month-on-month basis, largely…

Pakistani Rupee Remains Stable Despite Middle East War Impact

Dua Sehar3 weeks ago02 mins

Pakistan’s currency market has shown remarkable resilience as the Pakistani rupee remains stable despite nearly three weeks of ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This stability has surprised many financial experts, especially when compared to other regional currencies that have experienced noticeable depreciation. During the 19-day conflict period, currencies in neighboring countries faced significant pressure….