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Pakistan Sees $176M Bond Inflows Amid Economic Recovery

2/15/2026

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Pakistan posted its largest net inflows into sovereign bonds in 19 months, totaling $176 million in January 2026.
This marks a recovery from January 2025's net outflows of $50 million.
About 85% of inflows targeted short-term bonds.
Analysts attribute the surge to currency stability, improved macroeconomic conditions, and policy continuity.
Rupee has strengthened for eight months, with reserves covering over three months of imports and a $7 billion IMF loan.

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Pakistan posted its largest net inflows into sovereign bonds in 19 months, totaling $176 million in January 2026.
This marks a recovery from January 2025's net outflows of $50 million.
About 85% of inflows targeted short-term bonds.
Analysts attribute the surge to currency stability, improved macroeconomic conditions, and policy continuity.
Rupee has strengthened for eight months, with reserves covering over three months of imports and a $7 billion IMF loan.