KSE-100 Index Surges Over 1,000 Points Amid Strong Sectoral Performance
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a strong rally on Friday as the KSE-100 Index gained over 1,000 points, fueled by investor interest in key sectors like automobiles, oil, and banking. The market’s upbeat performance was also buoyed by corporate developments and sectoral optimism.
LSM Growth Strengthens on the Back of Rising Automobile and Construction Demand
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector posted steady growth of 4.4 percent during Jul-Aug FY2026, driven by rising automobile production, robust cement demand, and strong output in multiple industrial segments despite monthly fluctuations.