Karachi, December 10, 2025 – The benchmark KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed marginally lower on Wednesday, slipping by 4 points as the market witnessed notable intraday fluctuations.
The index settled at 169,452 points, down from the previous day’s close of 169,456 points, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
According to a report issued by Topline Securities Limited, the index oscillated throughout the session, ultimately ending at 169,451 points, marking a modest 4-point decline. Analysts noted that the market traded in a wide range, hitting an intraday high of 170,697 points and a low of 169,239 points, largely driven by profit-taking across key sectors.
Despite the volatility, several prominent stocks supported the index. Positive contributions came from Maple Leaf Cement (MLCF), Lucky Cement (LUCK), International Steels Limited (ISL), Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL), and Pioneer Cement (PIOC)—collectively adding 498 points to the benchmark. However, selling pressure in Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), Service Industries (SRVI), and Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) offset much of those gains, pulling the index down by a combined 380 points.
Investor activity remained robust as market participation strengthened. Total traded volume surged to 1.189 billion shares, indicating sustained interest from both institutional and retail investors. Meanwhile, the overall market turnover reached Rs. 50.4 billion, reflecting healthy liquidity despite the slight dip in the index.
Analysts believe the day’s volatility reflects ongoing portfolio adjustments and mixed economic cues, with investors closely monitoring corporate developments, global market trends, and policy signals.