Key Points
- The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s benchmark index soared 4,898.86 points (3.13%) to close at 161,631.73
- Market rebounded strongly after a run of cautious or losing sessions, marking the bulls’ return
- Trading volume hit 408.94 million shares, intraday range: 158,195.54-162,194.30
- The index has lifted 40.39% year-to-date and 81.68% over the past 12 months
- Global and regional tailwinds helped sentiment
ISLAMABAD: After several sessions of market consolidation and moderate losses, the Pakistan Stock Exchange saw the bulls decisively return on Friday. The KSE-100 jumped 4,898.86 points (3.13%), settling at 161,631.73, one of the strongest single-day gains recently recorded.
According to exchange data, the index traded between 158,195.54 and 162,194.30, while a total of 408,940,539 shares changed hands, signalling renewed investor confidence.
The sharp rebound follows days of muted activity and cautious sentiment. Many market observers attributed the prior lull to a lack of fresh triggers and global volatility. With the market now breaking higher, participants point to improved macro cues and global equity strength as the catalyst.
Regionally and globally, equities rebounded. Asian markets posted gains amid easing inflation signals and upbeat earnings from technology companies. Emerging markets broadly benefited as investors rotated capital back in, providing a favourable backdrop for Pakistan’s market rally.
Domestically, the robust session suggests institutional and local investors may be repositioning after waiting for a clear entry point. With the year-to-date return now at 40.39% and the past-12-month gain at 81.68%, the PSX is cementing its status as the most dynamic market in the region.
However, analysts caution that while the bounce is promising, the market remains sensitive to external shocks, policy announcements, and corporate earnings. For now, the bulls are back — but they’ll need sustained support to maintain momentum.
