Date: 23 January 2026

The Pakistani Rupee (PKR) remained largely stable against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, while showing minor fluctuations against the British Pound (GBP). Middle Eastern currencies, including the UAE Dirham (AED) and Saudi Riyal (SAR), continued to trade at fixed levels, reflecting their dollar peg.

According to today’s market data, the USD to PKR rate hovered around PKR 279.80–279.90, indicating marginal day-on-day movement. Currency dealers reported balanced demand and supply in the interbank market, keeping volatility low.

The British Pound (GBP) recorded slight gains against the rupee, trading near PKR 352+, driven by ongoing global economic adjustments and investor sentiment toward the UK economy.

Meanwhile, the UAE Dirham (AED) and Saudi Riyal (SAR) remained unchanged at approximately PKR 76.15 and PKR 74.99 respectively, as both currencies are pegged to the US Dollar. These stable rates are particularly important for Pakistanis involved in remittances, travel, and Gulf-based employment.

Market experts suggest that upcoming economic indicators, foreign inflows, and policy signals will play a key role in determining short-term currency movements. Importers, exporters, and overseas Pakistanis are advised to monitor daily exchange-rate updates closely.