US Dollar Holds Steady Against Pakistani Rupee

The US Dollar remained stable in Pakistan's open market between September 17 and September 18, 2026. The currency traded at a buying rate of 277.9 Pakistani rupees and a selling rate of 278.45 rupees across both trading sessions.

Other major currencies showed consistent values during this period. The UK Pound Sterling traded between 374.26 for buying and 378.78 for selling, while the Euro remained priced between 320.52 and 324.53 rupees. The Japanese Yen traded at lower values, with buying and selling rates of 1.73 and 1.83 rupees, respectively.

Market activity also focused on Gulf currencies, including the UAE dirham and Saudi riyal, which remain critical for remittance recipients and travelers. Exchange rates varied slightly across banks, exchange companies, and open-market dealers throughout the sessions. These fluctuations continue to influence Pakistan's trade balances, inflation, and foreign direct investment, as investors seek a predictable exchange rate environment to mitigate risk.