KARACHI, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan equities staged a sharp rebound on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index gaining more than 5,000 points as investor sentiment improved on easing global tensions and falling crude oil prices.
The rally was driven by renewed optimism over continued diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States, alongside expectations of stability in global commodity markets, brokers said.
KSE-100 Index closed at 165,634.84 points, up 5,043.51 points or 3.14% from the previous close of 160,591.33.
Market snapshot (April 14, 2026)
| Indicator | Level |
| Market Status | Closed |
| Current Index | 165,634.84 |
| Change | +5,043.51 |
| Percent Change | +3.14% |
| High | 165,763.81 |
| Low | 163,416.54 |
| Volume | 358,200,598 |
| Value | 28.80 billion PKR |
| Previous Close | 160,591.33 |
Brokerage Topline Securities said the index staged an “emphatic rebound” as sentiment turned decisively positive, supported by easing oil prices and renewed expectations of progress in US–Iran talks.
The index touched an intraday high of 5,172 points before settling slightly lower but still maintaining strong gains throughout the session. Analysts said the rally was further supported by institutional inflows and short covering, which accelerated upward momentum.
Heavyweight stocks led the advance, with United Bank Limited, Fauji Fertilizer Company, Lucky Cement, Engro Holdings, Hub Power Company and National Bank of Pakistan collectively contributing more than 1,800 points to the index gains.
Market activity remained strong, with trading volumes rising significantly as investor participation improved across key sectors including banking, cement, fertiliser and energy.
The most active stock by volume was WorldCall Telecom, with more than 100 million shares changing hands during the session.
Analysts said the broad-based rally reflects improved risk appetite among investors, though they cautioned that volatility may persist due to global geopolitical uncertainty and fluctuations in commodity prices.
They added that sustained momentum will depend on macroeconomic stability, foreign inflows and continued easing in external pressures on Pakistan’s economy.