
PSX Ends Lower Despite Moody's Upgrade
The KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange closed lower, slipping 200 points, as profit-taking offset early gains that followed a Moody's upgrade.
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The KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange closed lower, slipping 200 points, as profit-taking offset early gains that followed a Moody's upgrade.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded, with the KSE-100 index gaining 575 points due to value buying, although overall market activity remained relatively subdued.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange slipped 207 points, ending with mild losses in range-bound trading ahead of a long weekend, indicating a lack of significant market triggers.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index advanced significantly, reclaiming the 180,000 level, driven by an easing situation in the Gulf and optimism regarding loan refinancing.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week with significant gains, rising over 2,000 points during intraday trade, with the benchmark KSE-100 index increasing by 2273.78 points by 11 am.

The KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange slipped almost 500 points, as regional tensions and a spike in oil prices dented investor sentiment.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced further losses, with the KSE-100 index falling 0.74% to 170,475 points, leading to a trading halt during early losses.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange lost 1,704 points in a fresh sell-off, with investor confidence dented by the regional situation. Rising oil prices and concerns over a potential US-Iran war are cited as key factors contributing to the market decline.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a late surge in buying activity, pushing the KSE-100 index up by 124.95 points. Selective buying helped counter geopolitical jitters and lifted the market into positive territory.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index continued its recovery, surging by approximately 2,600 points in early trade on Thursday.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded significantly, with the KSE-100 index gaining over 1,260 points, driven by buying in heavyweight sectors as investors overlooked fresh tensions related to Hormuz.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a significant drop of over 4,200 points, attributed to investor confidence being dented by escalating geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has rebounded significantly, with the KSE-100 index climbing over 1,700 points to nearly 183,000.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw its KSE-100 index climb by 851 points, closing at 185,372 with a 0.46% gain, driven by selective buying in the banking and oil & gas sectors.

A buying spree in heavyweight stocks across banking, cement, automobiles, and energy sectors has propelled the KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange up by over 1,000 points.

The benchmark KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained 464.19 points, opening the week strong due to a broader Asian rally, softer oil prices, and improving geopolitical sentiment.

The benchmark KSE-100 index in Pakistan rose by nearly 2,000 points, regaining the 170,000 level during a volatile week influenced by budget cues.

The benchmark KSE-100 Index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange shed 903.12 points, turning volatile amid persistent cautious sentiment following US strikes in retaliation for a helicopter downing.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant rally, with the KSE-100 Index climbing over 700 points in mid-session trade. Bullish sentiment drove the index to 170,896.59, with trading volume exceeding 115 million shares.
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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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 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.

KSE-100 index slips 319 points on intermittent profit-taking

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...

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.

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.

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.

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.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange closed almost flat after a volatile, range-bound trading session, despite Moody's lifting the country's credit rating.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped 1,109 points, as investor sentiment was negatively impacted by rising oil prices and geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended nearly flat, with the KSE-100 index remaining range-bound due to a lack of new market triggers before a long weekend.

Heavy institutional selling led to significant losses on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), with the KSE-100 index shedding 1,117 points as heavyweight stocks bore the brunt of the sell-off.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange shed 2.3% in July, despite a rebound in the final week attributed to easing geopolitical tensions.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange has fallen by nearly 280 points, moving into negative territory as investor sentiment remains subdued amid cautious trading.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) KSE-100 index dived nearly 2,700 points, ending lower for the third consecutive session, as US-Iran tensions rattled investors.

The KSE-100 index fell over 1,000 points as broad-based selling gripped the market, indicating the Pakistan Stock Exchange's continued vulnerability to external shocks.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped 2,320 points, closing at 175,802, as geopolitical jitters, particularly US-Iran tensions, triggered risk aversion among investors.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant surge, climbing over 2,800 points in midday trading, with the KSE-100 index rising by 1.62% as bulls dominated the session.

The KSE-100 index on the Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped 6,400 points, succumbing to broad-based selling as regional conflict in the Middle East rattled markets.

Escalating tensions in the Middle East have led to a sharp sell-off at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, with the KSE-100 index dipping 2,315 points as rising crude prices dent investor confidence.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw its benchmark KSE-100 index drop by over 2,900 points during intraday trade, extending a recent decline that snapped a five-day bullish run.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange surged by 0.8% to 185,514 points in early trading. The significant rise was accompanied by robust trading volumes, indicating strong market activity.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant surge, gaining over 1,600 points as buying momentum returned to the market. During intra-day trading, the KSE-100 index touched a high of 179,540 points.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant downturn, with the KSE-100 index shedding 1.58% and plummeting over 2,800 points due to profit-taking and cautious market sentiment.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange gained 367 points during its midday session, driven by selective buying.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index experienced a sharp rebound, gaining almost 1,600 points and crossing the 170,000 baseline to hit an intra-day high of 171,022.94.
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) 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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 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,...

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.

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.

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...

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded significantly, with the KSE-100 index gaining 575 points. The surge was primarily led by energy stocks and value buying.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange tumbled by 1,806 points, experiencing broad-based selling across key sectors due to regional peace uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has had a noticeable effect on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), causing the KSE-100 index to shed 347 points amid profit-taking in key sectors.

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock index fell 533 points due to profit-taking and broader global market uncertainty, exacerbated by rising oil prices following attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded by almost 1,380 points, reaching an intraday high of around 177,110 before trading was suspended on Friday. This recovery followed earlier losses in the market.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange continued its losing streak, falling 4,782 points, as geopolitical factors overshadowed a recent upgrade in its rating to 'B' by S&P.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained in positive territory, advancing 0.06% to 174,533 points in cautious trading.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index surged by 2,000 points during early trade on Tuesday, reaching 177,927.73 points, amidst softening global oil prices.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its rally, climbing 1.62% on renewed risk appetite, fueled by hopes of US-Iran talks.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recovered significantly, with the KSE-100 index closing up 1,767 points, driven by value buying despite geopolitical concerns.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index continued its decline for a second day, losing more than 3,000 points in early trade.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index tumbled 1.69%, losing 3,130 points, as geopolitical jitters triggered a sell-off, snapping its recent winning streak.

The KSE-100 Index dropped 1,833.99 points by midday, reaching 184,421.56, as investors engaged in broad-based selling due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Pakistan's KSE-100 stock index surged by over 2,000 points, driven by broad-based buying across cement, banking, and power generation sectors, reflecting improving market sentiment.

The KSE-100 index shed 779 points as profit-taking and a lack of market catalysts weighed on investor sentiment at the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

Investor confidence surges as budget measures, Iran-US peace breakthrough push KSE-100 index to 175,746.63 points

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced significant volatility, with the KSE-100 index shedding 903 points amid wild swings and cautious sentiment following retaliatory US strikes.

The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) dropped by 0.41%, losing 700 points to close around 170,480. Geopolitical concerns were cited as a factor weighing on market sentiment during range-bound trading.

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 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 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 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.

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 (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 (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'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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

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