Pakistan Stock Exchange Recovers After Sharp Sell-Off
The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained 421.57 points, making a slight recovery after a sharp sell-off. Trading remained cautious ahead of the upcoming budget announcement.
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The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained 421.57 points, making a slight recovery after a sharp sell-off. Trading remained cautious ahead of the upcoming budget announcement.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index surged by 4%, adding 6,119 points in a holiday-shortened week, attributed in part to an extension of the US-Iran ceasefire.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index saw a strong start to the week, gaining 2,800 points during early trading on Monday.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant surge in early trading, with the KSE-100 Index climbing over 3,000 points to reach 168,082 on heavy trading volume.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a strong rally, with the KSE-100 index gaining over 1,000 points, fueled by easing oil prices and a pause in Middle East tensions.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a 3.2% decline, with geopolitical uncertainty stemming from a slowdown in US-Iran peace efforts weighing on the KSE-100 index. This occurred despite domestic developments.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has shown modest gains in early trading, with the KSE-100 index climbing 254 points to approach the 167,700 level.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced significant selling pressure, with the KSE-100 index plunging over 1,400 points at market open, reflecting volatile trading conditions amidst regional uncertainty.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its bullish run, with the KSE-100 index surging over 1,480 points and crossing the 173,000-level due to strong buying activity.

Market activity remains relatively strong, with volumes crossing 256 million shares

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recovered 1,500 points, with the KSE-100 surging above 170k in a late-session rally, attributed to renewed diplomatic optimism following Araghchi's visit.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) KSE-100 index plunged by over 2,750 points, hitting an intra-day low after aggressive selling and profit-taking erupted in the market.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) began the week with a 1% slide, with the KSE-100 index losing 1,742 points, attributed to chaos in the Strait of Hormuz.

KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest

The KSE-100 index experienced a significant drop of 6,600 points following the failure of US-Iran peace talks. This market downturn was exacerbated by a surge in oil prices and broader geopolitical fears.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange saw a mild pullback, falling 0.18 percent. This cooling off period follows a significant 9 percent surge recorded just a day prior.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended in the red, with the KSE-100 index slipping, as it struggles for direction amidst an oil shock and broader macroeconomic pressures.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has experienced a strong recovery, with the KSE-100 benchmark index gaining over 1,800 points, driven by buying across key sectors and positive signals from the US. Sentiment further improved, leading to continued rises in the PSX, fueled by hopes for a Middle East deal.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained over 478 points, with the KSE-100 index climbing to 153,386 amid high volume trading as investors anticipate a recovery in volatility.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rallied over 3,400 points amid strong buying, with the benchmark KSE-100 index holding firm above 157,000 during trading.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange fell 0.73% week-on-week as caution prevailed ahead of the Eid break, with a flare-up in the Middle East causing crude oil prices to soar.

The KSE-100 index experienced a significant rally, climbing over 4,000 points, driven by notable buying interest across various sectors including autos, fertilisers, banks, cement, and oil. The overall trading volume reached 397 million.

The KSE-100 index in Pakistan slipped over 2,000 points in a pre-Eid session, influenced by geopolitical tensions, uncertainty surrounding the IMF, and pre-holiday caution among investors.

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index rose modestly by 968.93 points, or 0.62 per cent, by 10:40am on Thursday after opening on a volatile note. Earlier in the session, the index had dropped more than 1,700 points by 9:55am before staging a recovery. So far, the index has recorded an intraday high of 156,837.83 points and a low of 153,503.70 points. The volatility comes in the wake of oil prices surging more than 9pc to break back above $100 a barrel after fresh Iranian strikes on supplies and i...

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index staged a strong recovery on Wednesday, rising more than 2,000 points by 10:55am as investor sentiment improved. The index climbed 1.33 per cent from its previous close of 156,177.12 points to reach 158,382.00 points in early trading. Trading activity was led by K-Electric Limited, which slipped 1.16pc to Rs7.64 on a volume of 21,973,154 shares. It was followed by The Bank of Punjab, which gained 3.70pc to Rs28.29 with 13,454,195 shares traded, and Cnergyico ...

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index advanced 9,303.75 points, or 6.35 per cent, during early trading on Tuesday, triggering a temporary market halt after the sharp rally. Following the surge, trading was suspended in accordance with regulations of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), according to an official notice issued by the exchange. The notification stated that the halt was triggered after the KSE-30 index recorded a 5pc increase from the previous trading day’s close, activating the exchan...

Pakistan’s benchmark stock index, the KSE-100, plunged 3,129.83 points by 10:20am on Friday, reversing some of the strong gains recorded in the previous session. The index declined 1.94 per cent from its previous close of 161,210.67 points, bringing it down to 158,080.84 points in early trading. The fall comes a day after the benchmark staged a sharp recovery, closing Thursday in the green with a gain of 5,433.46 points. Friday’s session has been marked by pronounced early volatility. The ind...

KSE-100 jumps 3.5% to 161,211 amid renewed investor confidence

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The KSE-100 index saw profits rise 5% to Rs1.56 trillion in 2025, with dividends surging to Rs808 billion, but the tech sector recorded a Rs2 billion loss.

Pakistan’s benchmark stock index, the KSE-100, shed 1,080.97 points by 11:10am on Friday. The index witnessed notable volatility, swinging between an intraday high of 169,379.97 points and a low of 165,811.87 points, compared to its previous close of 168,893.08 points. Trading activity remained robust, with volumes recorded at 132,890,482 shares, translating into a turnover of Rs8,993,639,716. Among the most active stocks, Unity Foods Limited led the volumes chart, falling 9.96pc to Rs10.67 o...

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained over 4,200 points, with strong performance from automobile assemblers, banks, fertilizer, and oil & gas sectors.

Despite late recovery, KSE-100 index sheds 1,433 points amid sharp swings

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark index KSE-100 began another week on a low note, crashing more than 5,000 points during intraday trade on Monday. The development led to the market being suspended as per the protocol. The KSE-100 index declined 5,478.63 points, or 3.16 per cent, to stand at 167,691.08 points from the previous close of 173,169.71 points at 1:30pm. This marks at least the third major meltdown at the PSX in the past two weeks, with KSE-100 losing 5,149.80 points on F...

Pakistan’s benchmark index, KSE-100, lost 1587.06 points by 11:10am on Tuesday. The index was trading 0.91 per cent down from its previous close of 174,453.93 points on Monday, placing it at 172,866.87 points. Trading volumes were 112,637,835 at a value of Rs7,253,671,823. This drop follows a turbulent trading session on Monday, when the index lost over 5,000 points or 2.87pc, which analysts at Topline Securities note was driven by foreign outflows and escalating political noise that further dampened investor confidence, intensifying the bearish momentum. Top active stocks were led by K-Electric Limited, which lost 3.81pc to Rs7.82 at a volume of 50,550,737, followed by Worldcall Telecom Limited, which remained stable at Rs1.53 at a volume of 15,759,665, and The Bank of Punjab, which fell 3.91pc to Rs31.95 at a volume of 10,491,947. Top advancers were led by Metropolitan Steel Corporation Limited, rising 10.02pc to Rs23.05, followed by 786 Investments Limited advancing 10.01pc to Rs19.67, and Javedan Corporation (Pref) rising 10pc to Rs127.68. Top decliners were led by LSE Capital Limited, falling 22.47pc to Rs1.38, followed by Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited declining 10.01pc to Rs27.69, and Chashma Sugar Mills Limited falling 10pc to Rs87.76.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index rebounded significantly, gaining over 800 points, driven by strong buying across banking, cement, automobile, and energy sectors after an earlier selloff.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange surged significantly, driven by hopes for a US-Iran ceasefire and a major deal signed by FFC with China.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a 0.4% decline as investors engaged in profit-taking activities before the weekend.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish momentum, gaining over 1,900 points during intraday trade, with the benchmark KSE-100 index rising by 1.19 percent.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index experienced a significant drop of over 2,000 points during intraday trade, continuing a bearish trend.

KSE-100 falls over 900 points; weekly losses mount to 3.2%

An early rally in the KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange, initially driven by IMF news, fizzled out by midday as investors engaged in profit-taking amid geopolitical concerns.

Heavyweight stocks caused the KSE-100 index to drop significantly by 1,778 points. This market downturn is attributed to escalating US-Iran tensions and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz conflict.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index experienced a significant surge, gaining 4,000 points during intraday trading on Monday.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a decline as investors adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the State Bank of Pakistan's crucial monetary policy decision.

The KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped 2,000 points, or 1.19%, by midday, with selling hitting banking, fertilizers, and oil and gas stocks, as the US-Iran deadlock continued.

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock index dropped over 500 points at midday, with investors remaining cautious due to geopolitical jitters and uncertainty surrounding US-Iran relations.

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock index experienced a significant drop, with profit-taking affecting energy and textile sectors, amidst ongoing US-Iran tensions and conflicting reports surrounding talks in Islamabad.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surged by over 4,700 points, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index crossing 170,000 within minutes of opening. This significant market uplift is attributed to an influx of Saudi funds, boosting investor sentiment.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant 11% surge, with the KSE-100 index closing at 167,191 points, driven by optimism surrounding a potential ceasefire in the Middle East.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a slight dip in a post-rally consolidation phase, though volume remained robust, indicating resilience amid a mild correction.

Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 stock index experienced a significant drop of over 1,000 points, with persistent selling pressure dominating the market. The index remains down 12% year-to-date amidst the decline.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s KSE-100 index surged by over 1,800 points during intraday trade on Tuesday, recovering significantly after experiencing a meltdown the previous day.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index witnessed a loss of over 2,000 points during intraday trading on Thursday, following a significant recovery the previous day.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index recovered by over 1,200 points during intraday trade, gaining 1,245.93 points to reach 153,986.30 points.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange has fallen below the 152,000 mark, dropping over 28,000 points, attributed to broad-based selling and profit booking by investors.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange climbed 837.50 points, closing above 150,000, driven by a late-session rally and blue-chip buying.

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index fell 349.75 points, or 0.23 per cent, by 10:45am on Friday, extending the market’s recent volatility after an intraday high.

Index hits 157,080 high and 153,504 low in wide trading range

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a slight fall in range-bound trading, with the KSE-100 index losing 318 points, as investors remained cautious due to geopolitical uncertainty and mixed global cues.

Market opens for trading and records a high of 158,354.12 points, while the day’s low stands at 155,294.65 points

Geopolitical tensions weigh heavy: KSE-100 plunges 3,715 points to 157,496

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index was trading 381.98 points higher by 10:30am on Wednesday, extending the recovery seen a day earlier. The gain of 0.24 per cent from its previous close of 157,132.09 points suggests that investor confidence, while cautious, remains intact following a turbulent start to the week. On Tuesday, the market staged a sharp rebound of 5,159.10 points to close at 157,132.09, recovering a significant portion of Monday’s record 16,000-plus point plunge, the largest sing...

Broad-based buying in cement, banks and E&Ps lifts index 3.39% amid cautious outlook

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange shed 5,108 points, ending a turbulent week down by 2.9%, primarily due to war concerns and broader geopolitical fears.

KSE-100 recovers from 3,000-point plunge before partial recovery, exchange logs fifth negative week

Pakistan’s benchmark index, KSE-100, gained 838.67 points from its previous close of 166,258.54 by 10:40am on Wednesday. This 0.5 per cent rise during early trading comes as the market began to pick up after losing 400 points by 10am. Volatility persisted in the market on Wednesday, following Tuesday’s particularly turbulent session that saw the index swing from an intraday gain of 1,546 points to a steep decline of 3,783 points as selling pressure intensified. So far today, the index has tou...

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock market index experienced a significant decline, shedding over 1400 points, as analysts point to macroeconomic concerns and a lack of positive triggers for the continued downturn.

KSE-100 index drops 3.16% amid nervous positioning ahead of IMF review

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) benchmark index, the KSE-100, was down 2,242.94 points by 11:05am on Monday. The index lost 1.25 per cent from its previous close of 179,603.73 at a trading volume of 64,643,373, and a value of 6,328,293,511. The top active stocks were led by Trust Securities & Brokerage Limited, rising 20.42pc to Rs2.30 at a volume of 16,560,745, followed by K-Electric Limited falling 1.75pc to Rs8.40 at a volume of 13,638,928, and Beco Steel Limited rising 3.94pc to Rs6.33 at a volume of 11,858,071. The top advancing stocks were led by Trust Securities & Brokerage Limited, followed by 786 Investments Limited, rising 10.03 to Rs17.88, and Tariq Corporation Limited(Pref), rising 10.01 to Rs16.93. The top decliners were Ecopack Limited, down 10.01pc to Rs48.57; ZIL Limited, down 10.00pc to Rs454.93; and Chashma Sugar Mills Limited, down 10.00pc to Rs97.51. Bears remained dominant in the market last week, with Topline Securities noting that the ongoing negative momentum was due to the “ongoing result session, where corporate results fell short of investors’ expectations”.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a notable downturn as the KSE-100 index lost over 2,000 points, with market sentiment weighed down by budgetary concerns and the absence of positive signals from the Strait of Hormuz.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a significant jump, with the KSE-100 index settling past the 173,000 level, driven by Eid festivities and a $1.1 billion deal with China involving FFC.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a 670-point drop due to profit-taking activities ahead of the Eid holiday, with the KSE-100 closing at 167,844 points.

The KSE-100 index surged by 715 points, reaching an intraday high of 163,814, fueled by robust buying activity across major sectors, positive investor sentiment, and easing oil prices.

The sell-off triggered by stalled US-Iran talks, which kept Hormuz closed after attack on UAE nuclear power plant

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange fell by 0.54%, shedding over 900 points, attributed to rising oil prices and broader geopolitical uncertainties.

The KSE-100 index experienced a significant drop of 665 points, despite an early surge, with trading volume reaching over 284 million shares.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a sharp decline of over 1,100 points in early trading, leading to a market halt.

The KSE-100 index in Pakistan surged by 3,000 points, driven by optimism surrounding a potential peace pact between the US and Iran, alongside stable global oil prices.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange fell by 2%, shedding 3,267 points, attributed to mounting Middle East tensions and domestic energy woes.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s benchmark index KSE-100 continued its bearish momentum, diving over 2,700 points during intraday trade on Thursday, falling below the 170,000-mark.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s benchmark KSE-100 index gained over 2,000 points during intraday trade on Tuesday, marking a significant recovery from previous losses.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained 1,392 points, maintaining positive momentum. This surge is attributed to significant inflows from Saudi Arabia and ongoing peace initiatives.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (KSE-100) surged, recovering significantly as investors reacted positively to diplomatic signals between the US and Iran, fostering hopes for global peace.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced strong bullish momentum, with the KSE-100 index climbing over 1,400 points.

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock index experienced a significant drop of over 1,600 points, triggered by geopolitical fears and indicating continued market volatility.

President Donald Trump has stated that the US will conclude its attacks on Iran within two to three weeks, regardless of a deal, and emphasized that securing the Strait of Hormuz is not America's responsibility. This optimism has led to Brent oil prices falling below $100, though analysts warn that normalizing oil flows could take weeks even after a conflict resolution.

European and world stock markets, including Asian equities, are experiencing downward trends for the fifth consecutive week due to intensifying Middle East conflict, which has also caused oil prices to surge towards $117 per barrel and led to a rebound in soybean and corn prices, further fueled by fears of escalation in Iran.

KSE-100 slips to near 153,300 level on broad-based selling pressure

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange saw a significant gain of 942 points in early trading, reaching a peak of 157,442 before experiencing mild profit-taking amidst market volatility.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark index KSE-100 continued its recovery on Wednesday, surging by over 3,600 points during intraday trade. The index gained 3,619.38 points, or 2.41 per cent, to stand at 153,635.54 points at 12:06pm from the previous close of 150,016.16 points. The PSX had slipped below 150,000 points on Monday as volatile conditions arising from the Middle East conflict and border tensions with Afghanistan sent investors into panic, who sold off their positions. How...

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index slipped 4,360.66 points by 1:10pm on Monday, marking a turbulent start to the week as selling pressure returned to the market. The index shed 2.83 per cent from its previous close of 153,866.16 points. So far in the session, it has touched an intraday high of 153,943.69 points and an intraday low of 149,385.39 points. The sharp decline comes after the index recorded its seventh consecutive week of losses, with geopolitical uncertainty and weak investor senti...

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Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index gained over 2,000 points by 10:30am on Thursday. The index was up 1.3 per cent from its previous close of 155,777.21 points, reaching 157,800.32 points during early trading. So far, the session has shown lower volatility than earlier trading days this week, with the market maintaining steady gains and experiencing only limited pullbacks. Trading activity has also remained healthy, with total volume recorded at 88,065,268 shares and a traded value of Rs5,947,...

KSE-100 shakes off gains, dips to 155,777 amid global risk-off sentiment

Indian equities market took a tumble on Monday as global markets reeled from the escalating conflict in West Asia.

The ongoing conflict in Afghanistan has caused the KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange to dip significantly, experiencing an 831-point drop after an intra-day plunge.

Pakistan’s benchmark equity index, the KSE-100, had gained 1092.95 points as of 11:31am on Thursday, signalling a modest recovery during early intraday trading. The advance places the index 0.66 per cent above its previous close of 164,626.29 points. So far in the session, the index has touched an intraday low of 162,953.63 and a high of 165,827.14. The 2,873.51 point range reflects the elevated volatility that has persisted from earlier in the week into today’s trading. Investor sentiment re...

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a significant drop of over 1,600 points due to persistent selling pressure in key sectors like banking, energy, and cement.

Pakistan’s benchmark index, KSE-100, was trading in the red during early intraday trading on Tuesday, down 2,262.95 points by 10:30am. The index has already witnessed a volatile trading session, swinging between an intraday high of 169,237.51 points and a low of 165,185.08 points before the midday mark. The top active stocks were led by Hascol Petroleum Limited, declining 6.88 per cent to Rs16.10 at a volume of 25,404,479, followed by Bank of Punjab, falling 5.50pc to Rs28.53 at a volume of 1...

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index fell 3.6% week-on-week to 173,170, extending its bearish run for a second consecutive week amid relentless foreign selling.