Political instability hits Pakistan’s economy hard

It comes following news of IMF mission’s upcoming visit to Pakistan

Regains up to Rs2 and stands at Rs133 against the greenback

Drops Rs300 to Rs61,700 per tola after rupee becomes stable at Rs133.76

Forex body chief says currency's weakness will be acceptable to IMF

Settles at Rs133.6 in inter-bank market after govt opts for an IMF bailout

Currency weakens to Rs129.5 as demand exceeds supply

Increase in prices of gas, fertiliser and likely hike in interest rate and rupee depreciation will add to the woes

Decision comes one day after 40% hike in natural gas price

New debt will help govt to partly bridge the deficit in budgetary financing