Pakistani Rupee Stable Against US Dollar on October 5 2026

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) remained stable against the US dollar (USD) on October 5, 2026, with the buying rate at 277.8 and the selling rate at 278.2. This stability is crucial for businesses, consumers, and the government, as exchange rates influence trade balances, inflation, remittances, and investment.

The euro (EUR) was trading at 312.48 for buying and 319.1 for selling, while the British pound sterling (GBP) stood at 366.98 for buying and 372.73 for selling. Other key currencies included the UAE dirham (AED) at 75.75/76.6, the Saudi riyal (SAR) at 74.05/74.6, and the Japanese yen (JPY) at 1.73/1.83.

The exchange rates are closely monitored by overseas Pakistanis and investors, as fluctuations can impact foreign direct investment (FDI). A stable exchange rate environment is often more attractive to foreign investors, reducing the risk of exchange rate losses.

Other notable rates included the Australian dollar (AUD) at 192.22/198.05, the Canadian dollar (CAD) at 193.93/199.25, and the Swiss franc (CHF) at 338.65/343.95. The Kuwaiti dinar (KWD) was trading at 884.95/895.35, the Omani riyal (OMR) at 719.25/731.85, and the Qatari riyal (QAR) at 74.97/76.2.