Karachi, November 17, 2025 – The KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) declined by 248 points on Monday as investors engaged in profit-taking, ending the day on a subdued note.
The benchmark index closed at 161,687 points, down from 161,935 points recorded at last Friday’s close.
According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the market witnessed heightened intraday volatility, with the KSE-100 oscillating between a high of 163,602 and a low of 161,481 points during the session. The decline was largely driven by profit-booking ahead of upcoming economic developments, as investors reassessed market conditions.
Key heavyweight stocks including Lucky Cement (LUCK), United Bank Limited (UBL), Mari Petroleum (MARI), Hub Power Company (HUBC), and Maple Leaf Cement (MLCF) were major contributors to the fall, collectively erasing around 396 points from the index.
Market activity, however, remained robust, with trading volumes rising to 1,212 million shares and total turnover reaching Rs 41 billion. K-Electric Limited (KEL) led in volumes, contributing 296 million shares to the day’s activity.
Analysts noted that while the short-term market sentiment remained cautious, the overall participation indicates continued investor interest, especially in high-volume and blue-chip stocks.
Investors are advised to monitor economic indicators and upcoming policy announcements, as these factors are expected to influence market trends in the near term.