SBP to publish semiannual monetary policy reports; schedule issued

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that it will begin publishing a semiannual Monetary Policy Report from next month, aligning with its efforts to transition toward an inflation-targeting regime.

According to the SBP, the new reports will be released within two weeks following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings held in July and January.

The reports will feature updated forecasts and economic assessments, aiming to enhance transparency and guide market expectations more effectively.

The SBP has also released the full schedule for upcoming MPC meetings, which are set for July 30, September 15, October 27, December 15, January 26, March 9, April 27, and June 15, 2026.