Pakistan’s current account posted a surplus of $1.7 billion in March, marking the second consecutive month of positive balance, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
Officials said the country maintained a current account surplus despite Eurobond repayments and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. In February, the surplus stood at $20.1 million, indicating a significant month-on-month improvemsent.
The SBP data shows that the current account surplus in March increased by 363% compared to February, reflecting improved external account performance.
For the first nine months of the ongoing fiscal year, Pakistan has recorded a cumulative current account surplus of $80 million, highlighting a shift toward relative stability in external sector balances.
Economists note that sustaining the surplus will depend on continued control of imports, stable remittance inflows, and export performance in the coming months.
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