Karachi, March 27, 2026 – The benchmark KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a sharp decline on Friday, dropping over 1,200 points as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the weekend amid escalating Middle East tensions.
The market remained under pressure throughout the trading session, reflecting concerns over rising global energy prices and their potential impact on Pakistan’s inflation and economic outlook. Analysts noted that geopolitical uncertainty has dampened investor sentiment, leading to increased selling across key sectors.
KSE-100 Index Summary (March 27, 2026)
| Market Indicator | Value |
| Market Status | Closed |
| Current Index | 151,707.51 |
| Change | -1,200.45 |
| Percent Change | -0.79% |
| Day’s High | 153,660.88 |
| Day’s Low | 151,457.94 |
| Previous Close | 152,907.96 |
| Volume (Shares) | 244,728,301 |
| Value (PKR) | 19,905,889,255 |
According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the KSE-100 index closed at 151,708 points, extending its downward trend due to heightened concerns over Middle East instability and its implications for energy costs.
Major negative contributions to the index came from key stocks, including Oil and Gas Development Company Limited, Pakistan Petroleum Limited, National Bank of Pakistan, United Bank Limited, and Mari Petroleum Company Limited, collectively dragging the index down by 614 points.
In terms of trading activity, OGDC led with a value of PKR 2.23 billion, followed by PPL, Pakistan State Oil, Fauji Fertilizer Company, and Engro Holdings. Total traded volume reached 421 million shares, with a total market value of PKR 23.83 billion.
Market participants are expected to remain cautious in the coming sessions, closely monitoring geopolitical developments and global commodity price trends.