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US dollar continues climb against Pak rupee

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KARACHI: The United States (US) dollar maintained its upward trend against the Pakistani rupee in the interbank currency market on Wednesday.

According to forex dealers, the greenback finished at Rs177.62 against the domestic unit, registering appreciation of 21 paisas over the previous close of Rs177.41.

Also Read: Pakistan’s exports witness fastest ever growth in Feb: Razak Dawood

In the open market, they said the dollar is trading at Rs178.30 against the rupee.

Experts say the rupee devaluation is due to the rise in current account deficit (CAD) amidst an increase in global oil prices.

Also Read: No respite from galloping inflation as Feb sees 1.15% rise

International oil prices have gone up significantly following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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