The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced the temporary suspension of its Karachi Internet Trading System (KiTS) on Saturday, August 9, 2025, due to scheduled maintenance activities aimed at enhancing system performance and stability. According to a formal notification issued to all Trading Right Entitlement Certificate (TREC) holders and brokerage firms, the system will be inaccessible from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on the mentioned date.
KiTS serves as a core digital infrastructure component for PSX, allowing market participants to conduct internet-based trading through a secure and centralized platform. The scheduled downtime is part of a broader initiative to maintain the operational integrity of PSX’s trading systems, ensure smoother processing during trading hours, and minimize the risk of unexpected technical disruptions in future sessions.
To prevent any interruption in services or post-maintenance delays, PSX has urged all TREC holders to complete their Off-Hour Orders (OHO) and back-office synchronization activities, commonly known as Balktalk, prior to the maintenance window. These tasks are essential for brokers and traders to align trade data and maintain continuity in client account management once services are restored.
The Exchange emphasized the importance of this preventive upgrade, noting that such periodic maintenance is essential in supporting the increasing volume of digital trades and in meeting international technology standards expected by institutional and retail investors. With Pakistan’s capital markets becoming more digitally reliant, robust IT infrastructure remains a key enabler for market accessibility and real-time transactions.
During the suspension period, IT support will remain available to assist brokerage houses and TREC holders with any technical queries or contingency requirements. PSX has advised stakeholders to reach out to the IT Support Services team via email at itss@psx.com.pk for prompt assistance during the maintenance window.
This planned maintenance comes at a time when digital trading volumes are gaining momentum, driven by a growing base of tech-savvy retail investors and the expansion of online brokerage platforms. Ensuring the reliability of platforms like KiTS is central to PSX’s ongoing efforts to enhance user experience, mitigate cyber risks, and enable real-time, high-volume trading activity.
While the temporary suspension may cause minor disruption for some users, PSX’s proactive communication and contingency planning are expected to limit any major operational impacts. In recent months, PSX has increased its focus on digital transformation, with efforts to modernize infrastructure, improve connectivity, and align trading systems with international best practices.
This maintenance is a reflection of PSX’s continued commitment to technology-driven growth and its strategic focus on ensuring that Pakistan’s capital markets remain competitive, transparent, and secure for all stakeholders.