Karachi, August 27, 2025 – The benchmark KSE-100 index of Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday lost 941 points amid cautious warnings of high flood risks.
The KSE-100 index ended at 147,494 points from previous day’s closing of 148,435 points.
Analysts at Topline Securities Limited said that the local bourse extended its losing streak, as rollover week jitters kept investors cautious while flood warnings from NDMA further dampened sentiment.
The authority highlighted a “very high to exceptionally high” flood risk in Lahore and parts of Punjab following heavy rains and India’s release of water, with army aid sought in six districts.
The KSE-100 index closed 941 points lower, slipping beneath the 147,500 mark. Despite an early rebound, selling pressure and risk aversion weighed heavily on the benchmark.
On the performance board, gains in MEBL, ENGROH, and MCB added 137 points; however, they were overshadowed by declines in HBL, FATIMA, SRVI, NBP, and MARI, dragging the index down by 331 points.
Market participation improved, with volumes reaching 855 million shares and a traded value of PKR 29.3 billion. PACE led the volume chart with 87.7 million shares changing hands.
Looking ahead, heightened rollover activity and prevailing flood concerns are likely to keep the market volatile, with investors expected to remain cautious in the coming sessions.