Policy Interest Rate in Pakistan
The policy rate ended 2022 at 16.00%, up from the 9.75% end-2021 value and above the reading of 9.00% a decade earlier. For reference, the average policy rate in Asia-Pacific was 3.70% at the end of 2022. For more interest rate information, visit our dedicated page.
Pakistan Interest Rate Chart
Note: This chart displays Policy Interest Rate (%) for Pakistan from 2018 to 2017.
Source: Macrobond.
Pakistan Interest Rate Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Policy Rate (%, eop) | 13.25 | 7.00 | 9.75 | 16.00 | 22.00 |
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