The foreign exchange market in Pakistan is continuing to show mixed movement on 15 May 2026 as major global and Gulf currencies are being traded against the Pakistani rupee in both open market and interbank channels.
The US dollar is being traded at Rs. 279.05 buying and Rs. 279.70 selling in the open market, while in the interbank market it is being recorded at Rs. 278.50 buying and Rs. 279.00 selling. The dollar is remaining the key reference currency for import settlements and external payments, and its movement is continuing to influence overall price stability in the economy.
The British Pound is being exchanged at Rs. 372.17 buying and Rs. 377.30 selling in the open market, while interbank trading is being recorded at Rs. 372.47 buying and Rs. 373.13 selling. The pound is showing steady strength against the rupee, reflecting its higher valuation in global markets.
The Canadian dollar is being traded at Rs. 201.53 buying and Rs. 205.46 selling in the open market, while interbank rates are being recorded at Rs. 202.70 buying and Rs. 203.06 selling. CAD movement is continuing to affect education-related and trade-linked currency flows.
The UAE Dirham is being exchanged at Rs 75.75 buying and Rs 76.85 selling in the open market, while interbank rates are being recorded at Rs 75.85 buying and Rs 75.98 selling. TheDirham is remaining closely linked with Gulf remittance inflows and trade settlements.
The Saudi Riyal is being traded at Rs 74.35 buying and Rs 75.35 selling in the open market, while interbank rates are being recorded at Rs 74.22 buying and Rs 74.35 selling. The riyal is continuing to play a significant role in remittance-driven foreign exchange demand.
The Omani Riyal is being exchanged at Rs. 722.05 buying and Rs. 732.85 selling in the open market, while interbank rates are being recorded around Rs. 721.80 buying and Rs. 732.50 selling. Its movement is reflecting steady Gulf labour market inflows contributing to Pakistan’s foreign currency earnings.
Overall, the Pakistani rupee is continuing to adjust against major global and Gulf currencies, as import payments, remittances, and international trade obligations are shaping currency demand across both market segments. The forex market is remaining sensitive to external economic conditions, especially oil-linked trade flows and global financial trends.
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