Karachi, February 25, 2025 – The benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained 198 points on Monday, driven by increased buying interest from local investors.
The market showed resilience as investors took positions in key stocks, reflecting positive sentiment in the trading session.
The KSE-100 index closed at 114,528 points, marking an increase from the previous session’s close of 114,330 points. The index experienced fluctuations throughout the day, reaching an intraday high of 115,890 points before settling with a gain of 0.17%.
According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the upward movement of the KSE-100 was largely attributed to local fund buying, as indicated by National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) data. This buying activity provided support to the index, enabling it to maintain a positive trajectory despite some profit-taking.
Several key stocks played a pivotal role in driving the KSE-100 higher. BAHL, MCB, OGDC, MLCF, and MARI were the major contributors, collectively adding 296 points to the index’s gains. However, not all sectors performed positively, as declines in FFC, HUBC, and TRG resulted in a combined loss of 146 points for the index.
Despite the modest rise in the KSE-100, trading activity remained robust, with total market volumes reaching 494 million shares. The overall turnover for the day stood at Rs 29 billion, reflecting sustained investor participation. Among the most actively traded stocks, FCCL led the volume charts with an exchange of 61 million shares.
Market participants are closely monitoring developments in both local and global economic indicators, which continue to shape investor sentiment. Analysts expect the KSE-100 to remain volatile in the near term, with upcoming corporate earnings reports and macroeconomic data likely to influence trading patterns.
Going forward, the stability of the KSE-100 will depend on foreign investment flows, economic policies, and investor confidence in the broader market. While local buying has provided short-term support, further market direction will hinge on corporate sector performance and external economic conditions.