SBP Maintains 11.5% Interest Rate Amid Business Community Discontent

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1. 17 Sep 2026 91% related

   5 outlets · 2 developments

   SCCI reacts to State Bank maintaining 11.5% policy rate

   Most outlets led with the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s concern over the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to keep the policy rate unchanged at 11.5 percent. They emphasized SCCI’s call for a reduction in the rate to support business and industrial growth. The Associated Press of Pakistan also noted the SCCI president’s specific remarks on the need for a gradual rate cut, while the Business Recorder described the business community’s “sharp reaction” to the decision.

2. 15 Sep 2026 77% related

   16 outlets · 2 developments

   SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 11.5% amid inflation and Middle East risks

   Most outlets led with the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to maintain the policy rate at 11.5%, with several also noting inflation concerns and rising oil prices as key factors. Some, like Daily Pakistan (English) and Pakistan Observer, highlighted the role of oil prices in fueling inflation fears, while others, such as Geo News and Business Recorder, emphasized the impact of Middle East tensions. A few, like ProPakistani and Profit, mentioned that this was the third or sixth consecutive meeting with no rate change. Overall, the framing was consistent in reporting the unchanged rate, but the emphasis on specific economic risks varied slightly across the coverage.

3. 9 Sep 2026 72% related

   3 outlets

   SBP to announce monetary policy on September 14

   Most outlets reported that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is expected to maintain the current policy rate of 11.5 percent when it announces its monetary policy on September 14. Both excerpts emphasized the likelihood of no change in the interest rate, with one noting a survey by AHL suggesting a status quo. The framing was largely consistent across the coverage, with no significant differences in emphasis or additional details provided.

4. 29 Jul 2026 78% related

   14 outlets · 4 developments

   S&P expects cautious monetary policy amid economic improvements

   Most outlets reported that S&P Global Market Intelligence anticipates Pakistan’s monetary policy will remain cautious due to inflationary pressures and external risks, despite an improving macroeconomic situation. The framing was largely consistent, with both excerpts highlighting the contrast between the economic recovery and the continued need for caution. No significant differences in emphasis were noted.