PKR holds ground, extends dollar gains for 240 straight sessions

PSX Update • Sep 16, 2026

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) extended its appreciation streak against the US dollar to 240 consecutive sessions, with cumulative gains reaching PKR 4.1536 or 1.50%.

September 16, 2026 (MLN):  The Pakistani rupee (PKR) extended its appreciation streak against the US dollar to 240 consecutive sessions, with cumulative gains reaching PKR 4.1536 or 1.50%. In Wednesday’s interbank session, the local currency strengthened by 3.08 paisa against the US dollar, settling at PKR 277.27 compared to the previous close of PKR 277.30. The rupee traded within a narrow range during the ses...