PSX Gains Early Momentum

KSE-100 Index rises 1,291 points

The KSE-100 Index concluded today’s trading session on a decidedly positive trajectory, closing at 162,226 points, reflecting a gain of 1,291 points. The benchmark trade between a high of 162,741 and a low of 161,279, supported in part by FFC increased influence following its recent addition to the KMI-30 Index effective Monday. Stock Market Continues Gains

Investor sentiment remained broadly constructive, with key index heavyweights — FFC, PPL, OGDC, PSO, and EFERT — serving as principal drivers of the upward movement. Collectively, these constituents contributed approximately 1,383 points to the overall index performance.

Market activity demonstrated meaningful improvement, as trading volumes surged to 1,028 million shares, while total turnover expanded to Rs 45 billion. WTL emerged as the session’s volume leader, posting 160 million shares traded.

Similar Posts

  • Fractionalization: SECP ensures assets accessible to smaller investors

    SECP has made high-value illiquid assets accessible to smaller investors under a concept note on “Asset Fractionalization”. In line with SECP’s continuous efforts for modernizing the corporate sector and making it more inclusive, SECP has published a concept note on “Asset Fractionalization”, which is now open for public comments. The aim of exploring the potential…

  • Stock Market Bleeds Amid India Tensions, profit-Taking

    The Pakistan stock market concluded the session on a negative note, pressured by escalating geopolitical concerns related to India, cautious investor sentiment, and heightened profit-taking. The benchmark index traded within a broad range, hitting an intraday high of 336 points and a low of 2,992 points, before settling at 167,752 — reflecting a decline of…

  • Govt Launches Mera Ghar Mera Ashiana Scheme 

    Pakistan has launched ‘Mera Ghar Mera Ashiana’ on Wednesday to provide affordable housing to the masses. Under this scheme, the low-income people will be provided with subsidized loans, risk-sharing support, and long-term financing options.  The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced the scheme on Wednesday, emphasizing that it is designed for citizens holding valid CNICs…

  • Nishat Mills margins seen improving on European shift

    Nishat Mills (NML) said on Thursday its margins are improving on increased exports to Europe, helped by rivals from high-tariff countries shifting orders. The textile firm also laid out plans for capacity expansion, renewable energy investment, and new business lines. Nishat Mills (NML) conducted its corporate briefing session, where the management discussed financial performance and…