The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed strong bullish momentum on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index crossing the 174,000 level to hit an intraday high of 174,411.72, gaining 2,010.99 points by mid-day. At the time, the index was trading at 173,772.98, reflecting an increase of 1,372.25 points, or 0.80%, underscoring strong investor sentiment.
Since January 2025, the PSX has delivered returns exceeding 50% in US dollar terms, positioning it among the top-performing markets in Asia. Khurram Schehzad highlighted on his X handle that 2025 continues to mark another year of notable gains for investors, supported by sustained macroeconomic stability, key reforms, and improving growth prospects.
Investor participation is accelerating rapidly, with the equity investor base surpassing 450,000—a growth of over 120,000 investors (+37%) in just 18 months. This expansion reflects growing confidence in Pakistan’s stock market and its potential for long-term gains.
Trading volumes during mid-day reached 184.73 million shares, highlighting active market engagement. Top gainers included Fauji Fertilizer Limited (FFL) at +10.02%, Pakistan Telecommunication Company (PTC) at +7.10%, Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL) at +5.23%, Airlink Communications at +3.33%, and Allied Bank Limited (AKBL) at +3.25%.
The PSX’s strong performance underscores investor optimism about Pakistan’s economic outlook and demonstrates the resilience of the equity market amid regional and global uncertainties. With continued reforms and a focus on sustainable growth, the stock exchange is expected to maintain momentum into the new year.
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