Worker remittances rise 17% YoY in August 2026

PSX Update • Sep 9, 2026

Pakistan received workers' remittances of $3.66bn in August 2026, up 0.7% from $3.63bn in July 2026, and up 16.5% on a yearly basis from $3.14bn in August 2025, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

September 09, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan received workers' remittances of $3.66bn in August 2026, up 0.7% from $3.63bn in July 2026, and up 16.5% on a yearly basis from $3.14bn in August 2025, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). On a historic two month basis, total remittances came in at $7.28bn, up from $6.35bn in SPLY. Saudi Arabia retained the top position as the largest contribut...