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.
Pakistan Stock Market Ends Week Lower Amid Profit-Taking, Tariff Uncertainty, and Weak Earnings
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended the week on a cautious note as the KSE-100 Index slipped 502 points or 0.31% week-on-week, weighed down by profit-taking, regulatory uncertainty following NEPRA’s tariff revisions, and weak corporate earnings. Despite the decline, strong treasury performance and a current account surplus provided some macroeconomic stability.
K-Electric Reviewing Viability After Major Tariff Cut, Says CEO Moonis Alvi
K-Electric CEO Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi has raised concerns over NEPRA’s major revisions to the Multi-Year Tariff for FY2024–30, warning that the large-scale reductions threaten the utility’s operational viability. The company is reviewing the implications and considering all legal and regulatory options to ensure service continuity and financial stability.
KSE-100 plunges 1,241 points as heavy profit-taking ends bullish streak
The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a major correction on Thursday as the KSE-100 Index tumbled by 1,241 points due to aggressive profit-taking, with analysts citing portfolio rebalancing at elevated levels.
Govt to Open Power Market in 2026, Allowing Consumers to Choose Electricity Providers
The government plans to liberalize the electricity market in 2026, enabling consumers to choose their power suppliers and fostering competition in Pakistan’s energy sector.