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Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has announced a new floor rate for financial institutions, set at 44,900, effective from October 7, 2025. Two financial institutions will be impacted by this adjustment, according to the bank’s latest press release.
The announcement follows the institution’s ongoing efforts to regulate monetary policy in response to prevailing economic conditions. This update addresses the need for precise control in the financial sector to maintain economic stability.
The State Bank did not specify a new ceiling rate in the announcement. The absence of a ceiling update suggests a strategic focus on managing the floor rate to influence financial markets and lending practices effectively.
The policy change reflects the central bank’s commitment to ensuring a stable economic environment, aiming to provide clarity and guidance to financial institutions navigating the current economic landscape.
The State Bank of Pakistan’s decision underscores its role in shaping monetary policy and its impact on the nation’s financial system.