Foreign exchange rate fluctuations play an integral part in managing cross-border transactions for businesses, travelers, and individuals. This post presents live forex rates in Pakistan during March 2025 with highlights key trends and notable currency movements over time.
Major Currency Trends in Live Forex Rates in Pakistan during March 2025
Pakistani rupee continued its typically volatile behavior against major global currencies during March 2025. Here is how some of the most traded ones proceed:
US Dollar
The USD to PKR exchange rate experienced modest fluctuations throughout the month, beginning near PKR 280 before experiencing average intraday movements with brief appreciation or depreciation periods. As of March 10, 2025, its ready rate stood at approximately USD 1 = PKR 280.07 but increased gradually until March 19.
Euro
The EUR to PKR rate began its ascent after starting around PKR 302 by March 10 and eventually reaching EUR 1 = PKR 303.13, reflecting general market movements and changes to EUR/USD pairing dynamics.
British Pound
GBP was one of the strongest currencies against PKR during March. Starting the month above 360 and following its appreciation pattern similar to the Euro, one GBP = 361.01 PKR. On March 10, this rate stood at around GBP 1 = PKR 361.01
UAE Dirham or AED and Saudi Riyal or SAR
These Gulf currencies were vital in terms of both remittances and trade links, their performance broadly followed that of the USD. As of March, AED traded at AED 1 = PKR 76.26, while SAR stood at SAR 1 = PKR 74.65.
Factors Influencing March 2025 Live Forex Rates in Pakistan
March was marked by several influences that altered PKR performance:
Economic Indicators
Domestic factors like inflation, trade deficits, and GDP growth have an immediate impact on PKR strength.
Global Developments
Geopolitical tensions and changes to economic policy involving the USD/EUR currency markets were two primary influences.
State Bank of Pakistan Policy
The State Bank kept its annual policy rate at 12% until August 2018. It helps preserve stability within the Pakistani currency market trends by keeping interest rates or foreign exchange interventions constant and unaffected.
Market Sentiment
Investor perception and speculation activity play a large part in daily rate fluctuations.
Remittances
March 2025 saw record remittance inflows totaling $4.1 billion sent by overseas Pakistanis to their homeland. They strengthen the Pakistani rupee by providing an increased foreign currency supply.
Staying Updated with Live Forex Rates in Pakistan
Keep up-to-date on live forex rates, whether you are an importer, investor, or traveler, by consulting trusted financial news sources such as bank websites and licensed forex dealers. Additionally, the State Bank of Pakistan publishes daily exchange rates used for official mark-to-market revaluation purposes.
