Karachi, February 23, 2026 – The KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange plummeted by 5,479 points on Monday, closing at 167,691.08, as investors reacted cautiously to ongoing market uncertainties and volatile trading conditions.
According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the KSE-100 index faced persistent pressure throughout the session, fluctuating between a high of 174,336.85 and a low of 166,886.63. The steep decline of 3.16% was largely driven by heavyweights such as Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), Lucky Cement (LUCK), Engro Holdings (ENGROH), National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), and Habib Bank Limited (HBL), which collectively shaved 1,797 points off the benchmark.
KSE-100 Index Closing – February 23, 2026
| Market Status | Closed |
| Current Index | 167,691.08 |
| Change | -5,478.63 |
| Percent Change | -3.16% |
| High | 174,336.85 |
| Low | 166,886.63 |
| Volume | 204,726,272 shares |
| Previous Close | 173,169.71 |
| Market Value | Rs20,607,048,230 |
Despite the sharp decline, trading activity remained robust with total volumes reaching 461 million shares and turnover hitting Rs24.9 billion. K-Electric (KEL) led the volumes chart, recording over 35.9 million shares traded, highlighting selective investor interest in liquid stocks despite overall bearish sentiment.
Market experts noted that the current slump reflects concerns over macroeconomic uncertainty, rollover-week dynamics, and investor caution, signaling potential continued volatility in the coming sessions.
Investors are advised to monitor market developments closely and remain cautious amid ongoing economic and political uncertainties.