The Pakistani Rupee (PKR) opened Wednesday’s trading session with a slight depreciation against the US Dollar (USD), reflecting modest demand pressures in both interbank and open markets. Market participants are closely monitoring global economic developments and domestic fiscal policies for potential impacts on the exchange rate.
🏦 Interbank Market – Opening Rates
- Buying Rate: PKR 282.55
- Selling Rate: PKR 283.05
Source: HamariWeb
Market Insight:
The interbank market opened with a narrow spread of PKR 0.50, indicating balanced liquidity conditions. The slight depreciation of the PKR suggests moderate demand for USD in formal banking channels, with no significant volatility observed at the start of the trading day.
💵 Open Market – Opening Rates
- Buying Rate: PKR 284.45
- Selling Rate: PKR 285.15
Source: UrduPoint
Market Insight:
The open market opened with a premium over interbank rates, reflecting sustained demand for physical USD. This premium is typical in retail and cash-based transactions, indicating active participation from importers, remittance recipients, and retail buyers.
📊 Opening Rate Comparison
| Market Segment | Buying Rate | Selling Rate | Spread | Premium vs Interbank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interbank | 282.55 | 283.05 | 0.50 | — |
| Open Market | 284.45 | 285.15 | 0.70 | ~PKR 1.40 |
🔍 Market Outlook
- The interbank market shows stability with minimal volatility, suggesting a controlled forex environment.
- The open market premium indicates continued demand for physical USD, driven by import activities and cash transactions.
- Traders and investors are advised to monitor upcoming economic indicators and global market trends, as these factors could influence the USD/PKR exchange rate in the near term.
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