KSE-100 index achieves record close near 151,000 points

Pakistan Stocks - APP

Karachi, September 2, 2025 – The benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) soared to a historic level on Tuesday, closing just shy of the 151,000 mark and setting a new all-time high.

The KSE-100 index added an impressive 1,004 points, finishing at 150,975 compared to the previous day’s close of 149,971 points. During intraday trading, the index touched a peak gain of 1,105 points, reflecting a strong bullish sentiment across multiple sectors.

According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the rally was supported by improved investor confidence, robust corporate earnings announcements, and expectations of continued foreign portfolio inflows. Key contributions to the index came from major stocks including ENGROH, FFC, EFERT, BAHL, and BAFL, which collectively added 938 points to the day’s gains.

Trading activity also witnessed a notable surge, with total market volumes climbing to 1,078 million shares and the overall traded value reaching PKR 44.3 billion. The Bank of Punjab (BOP) led the volume chart with 174 million shares exchanged during the session, reflecting strong retail investor participation.

Market strategists believe that the sustained upward trend of the KSE-100 index signals growing optimism about Pakistan’s economic outlook. They anticipate that the index may continue testing higher levels if macroeconomic indicators remain stable and upcoming policy measures support investment flows.

With the KSE-100 index setting new benchmarks, market sentiment remains firmly bullish as September trading gathers pace.