Karachi, December 22, 2025 – The KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a decline of 200 points on Monday, as a volatile trading session and mixed investor sentiment influenced market movements.
The benchmark index closed at 171,204 points, down from last Friday’s close of 171,404 points. According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the index fluctuated within a daily range of 172,167 to 170,858 points, reflecting ongoing uncertainty and rollover-week trading dynamics.
During the session, positive contributions from top-performing stocks including LUCK, ENGROH, FATIMA, RMPL, and SRVI added a combined 347 points to the index. However, significant losses in major banks and financial stocks such as HBL, UBL, and FFC offset the gains, collectively dragging the benchmark down by 225 points.
The trading session recorded total volumes of 682 million shares, while the market turnover reached approximately Rs30 billion, highlighting robust investor activity despite market volatility. Analysts noted that the market remained sensitive to external factors, including global economic trends, sectoral earnings reports, and investor risk appetite during the rollover week.
Experts suggest that investors should remain cautious in the short term, as volatility in Pakistan’s stock market may continue amid mixed global cues and ongoing economic uncertainties. The PSX is expected to witness further fluctuations in the coming days, emphasizing the importance of monitoring daily trading trends and market updates.