USD, GBP, AED to PKR Rates Today

The Pakistani Rupee remained under pressure at the close of trading on March 27, 2026, as major global currencies including the US Dollar, British Pound, and UAE Dirham ended the day at elevated levels in both interbank and open markets.

The US Dollar closed at Rs. 279.10 (buying) and Rs. 279.60 (selling) in the interbank market, while in the open market it was recorded at Rs. 279.50 (buying) and Rs. 280.20 (selling). The narrow gap between the two markets reflected relative stability, but the rupee continued to face pressure due to import demand and limited inflows.

Meanwhile, the British Pound Sterling maintained its strong position. In the interbank market, it closed at Rs. 373.06 (buying) and Rs. 373.72 (selling), while the open market showed higher levels at Rs. 372.38 (buying) and Rs. 380.98 (selling). The higher Pound value supported exporters and remittance inflows but also increased the cost of services and imports linked to the United Kingdom.

The UAE Dirham also ended the day on a steady note. In both interbank and open markets, it closed at Rs. 75.90 (buying) and Rs. 77.25 (selling). Given the UAE’s importance as a major source of remittances, the stable Dirham helped maintain consistent foreign inflows into Pakistan.

From an economic perspective, the overall trend highlighted continued pressure on the rupee. A stronger dollar increased the cost of fuel imports, directly impacting inflation, while the elevated Pound and Dirham rates reflected strong external demand for foreign currencies.

However, exporters benefited from favorable exchange rates, as higher foreign currency values translated into better rupee returns. Similarly, remittances from overseas Pakistanis remained a crucial support for the country’s foreign exchange reserves.

The day’s closing trend suggested that while stability was observed in currency movement, underlying economic challenges, including trade imbalance and reliance on imports, continued to weigh on the rupee’s performance.