Karachi: The open market forex rates in Pakistan have been updated, with the US Dollar trading at PKR 280.10 for buying and PKR 281.60 for selling. Other major currencies also saw fluctuations, reflecting global market trends and local demand.
Key Forex Rates (Buying/Selling):
- Australian Dollar (AUD): PKR 176.50 / PKR 178.75
- Canadian Dollar (CAD): PKR 195.10 / PKR 197.50
- China Yuan (CNY): PKR 37.59 / PKR 37.99
- Euro (EUR): PKR 293.25 / PKR 296.00
- Japanese Yen (JPY): PKR 1.88 / PKR 1.94
- Saudi Riyal (SAR): PKR 74.30 / PKR 74.85
- U.A.E Dirham (AED): PKR 76.00 / PKR 76.65
- UK Pound Sterling (GBP): PKR 353.50 / PKR 357.00
The US dollar remains a key focus for traders and businesses, with its rates reflecting Pakistan’s economic conditions and global currency trends. The euro and UK pound sterling also showed significant buying and selling rates, making them important for international transactions.
Fluctuations in forex rates directly impact importers, exporters, and the general public. A stronger US dollar can increase the cost of imports, while a weaker rupee may benefit exporters.