Banking and Fertiliser Sectors Drive Gains as PSX Closes Higher Amid Volatile Session
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed higher with the KSE-100 index gaining 258 points, led by strength in banking and fertiliser sectors. Despite the positive finish, trading volumes declined as investor sentiment remained cautious amid sectoral divergence and macroeconomic uncertainties.
Habib Metropolitan Bank Reports Slight Half-Year Profit Growth Despite Higher Expenses
Habib Metropolitan Bank reported a marginal 0.36% rise in half-year profit to Rs12.01 billion, supported by higher interest and non-interest income, but weighed down by rising operating expenses and taxes.