Pakistani Rupee Weakens Against US Dollar in Latest Exchange Rates
The Pakistani rupee (PKR) continues to be a key indicator of economic stability, influencing trade, inflation, remittances, and investment decisions. On October 7, 2026, the US dollar (USD) slightly strengthened against the PKR, with buying and selling rates recorded at 277.4 and 278.3, respectively. This fluctuation affects businesses, consumers, and the government, as well as overseas Pakistanis and investors who monitor these rates daily.
In the open market, the euro (EUR) traded at 312.48 for buying and 319.1 for selling, while the British pound sterling (GBP) stood at 366.55 and 372.45. Other major currencies also saw varying exchange rates, including the UAE dirham (AED) at 75.55/76.3 and the Saudi riyal (SAR) at 73.85/74.5. The Australian dollar (AUD), Canadian dollar (CAD), and Swiss franc (CHF) were priced at 191.99/199.12, 193.93/199.25, and 338.65/343.95, respectively. The Japanese yen (JPY) remained lower at 1.73/1.83, reflecting ongoing market trends.
Notable rates included the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD) at 884.95/895.35, the Omani riyal (OMR) at 719.25/731.85, and the Qatari riyal (QAR) at 74.97/76.2. These fluctuations in exchange rates impact foreign direct investment (FDI), as a stable exchange rate environment is more attractive to foreign investors, reducing the risk of exchange rate losses.