The Pakistani rupee registered a slight improvement against the US dollar on Thursday, appreciating by 0.01% in the inter-bank market amid stable forex sentiment. The local currency closed at Rs. 280.92, rising by Rs. 0.04 from the previous day’s close of Rs. 280.96.
In the open market, the greenback was quoted at Rs. 281.05 for buying and Rs. 282.05 for selling. Currency dealers said the rupee’s performance reflected steady inflows and reduced dollar demand from importers.
A senior currency analyst commented,
“The rupee’s recent stability signals improved market confidence following consistent remittance inflows and limited volatility in oil prices.”
The rupee also strengthened against major currencies, including the euro, pound, and yuan. It appreciated by 0.16% against the euro and 0.15% versus the British pound, while gaining 0.31% against the Swiss franc.
Exchange Rate Summary
| Currency | Previous Close | New Close | Change | % Change |
| USD | 280.96 | 280.92 | +0.04 | +0.01% |
| Euro | 326.71 | 326.19 | +0.52 | +0.16% |
| GBP | 371.18 | 370.62 | +0.56 | +0.15% |
| CHF | 352.52 | 351.42 | +1.10 | +0.31% |
| JPY | 1.8445 | 1.8263 | +0.018 | +0.99% |
| CNY | 39.58 | 39.52 | +0.06 | +0.15% |
So far in FY2025–26, the rupee has strengthened by 1.01% against the dollar, though it remains 0.84% weaker since the start of the calendar year. Analysts expect minor fluctuations in the coming weeks depending on global commodity prices and IMF review outcomes.
