The plan includes introduction of new notes with significantly enhanced security features starting Feb 2024
Governor Jameel Ahmad says inflation currently at ‘elevated’ level but would ease from March
SBP says CAD dropped 64% or $1.6b in first five months of FY24
Core inflation is still at an elevated level and is coming down only gradually, says policy statement
Drop in forex reserves may put currency under pressure
Central bank keeps growth projection unchanged at 2-3% for FY24
Clarification comes as media reported risks for deposits exceeding Rs500,000
No reason cited for increase in foreign currency assets
Offers cash reward, higher TT charges to banks and exchange firms
Major expansion in balance sheet likely to be driven by investment in govt’s debt securities