Dirham to PKR Holds Steady on January 16, 2026 With Slight Upward Bias as Market Watches Gulf Flows
On January 16, 2026 the United Arab Emirates dirham remained largely steady against the Pakistani rupee in the open market, trading around mid-70s levels. The relatively stable movement reflects ongoing remittance flows from Gulf countries and balanced demand for Gulf currencies among Pakistani expatriates returning funds home. Traders noted only marginal fluctuations, suggesting a calm session in dirham-rupee trading ahead of key economic data later this week.
Dirham to PKR Exchange Rates on January 16, 2026
| Currency | Buying Rate (PKR) | Selling Rate (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| UAE Dirham (AED) | 76.20 | 76.50 |
Currency analysts say that the dirham’s peg to the US dollar and strong fiscal position of the UAE contribute to the limited volatility in the AED/PKR pair. Many expatriate workers and businesses in Pakistan rely on dirham inflows, helping support demand and keep rates stable. With global dollar trends softening slightly, the dirham has broadly tracked a steady path against the rupee.
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Experts believe that in the near term the Dirham to PKR rate will remain relatively range-bound, provided remittance inflows continue and geopolitical conditions stay calm. However, any shifts in oil prices or changes in Gulf monetary policy could introduce movement in the exchange rate, underscoring the importance of monitoring external economic signals.
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