Pakistani Rupee Sees Slight Fluctuations Against Major Currencies October 2026

On October 6, 2026, the Pakistani rupee (PKR) saw slight fluctuations against major global currencies, with significant implications for trade, investment, and remittances. The US dollar (USD) strengthened marginally, with a buying rate of 277.9 PKR and a selling rate of 278.3 PKR. This shift reflects ongoing economic dynamics that influence businesses, consumers, and government policies.

In the open market, the euro (EUR) was trading at 312.48 PKR for buying and 319.1 PKR for selling, while the British pound sterling (GBP) was at 366.98 PKR and 372.73 PKR, respectively. The UAE dirham (AED) and Saudi riyal (SAR) were available at 75.75/76.6 PKR and 74.05/74.6 PKR. Other currencies like the Australian dollar (AUD), Canadian dollar (CAD), and Swiss franc (CHF) also saw varied exchange rates.

The Japanese yen (JPY) remained lower in value at 1.73/1.83 PKR, reflecting broader market trends. The Kuwaiti dinar (KWD) was trading at 884.95/895.35 PKR, the Omani riyal (OMR) at 719.25/731.85 PKR, and the Qatari riyal (QAR) at 74.97/76.29 PKR. These rates are closely monitored by overseas Pakistanis and investors, as exchange rate stability impacts foreign direct investment (FDI) and economic confidence.