Karachi, February 19, 2026 – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced revised trading and office timings for the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH, which will take effect from February 19, 2026. The updated schedule applies to all TRE Certificate Holders, securities brokers, listed companies, and issuers of listed securities.
According to the notification, the designated time schedule has been introduced to facilitate market participants during fasting hours, ensuring smooth trading operations while accommodating religious observances. The revised timings will remain in force throughout Ramadan and will revert to standard schedules after the holy month unless otherwise notified.
During Ramadan, the regular market will open at 9:17 AM on all trading days. From Monday to Thursday, the market will close at 1:30 PM, while on Fridays it will close earlier at 12:30 PM. The pre-open session will start at 9:00 AM, followed by order matching and confirmation from 9:15 AM to 9:17 AM.
The post-close session, trade rectification, and modification periods have also been adjusted to ensure timely settlement and smooth operational flow. Similarly, the odd lots market, negotiated deals market (NDM), square-up market, and bills and bonds market will operate under revised hours tailored for Ramadan.
For negotiated deals, the market will remain open from 9:15 AM to 2:20 PM from Monday to Thursday, and until 1:20 PM on Fridays. Special timings have also been set for T+0 settlement transactions, square-up market operations, and government and corporate debt securities trading.
Additionally, the PSX office timing during Ramadan will be from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM from Monday to Thursday, and from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Fridays. The PUCARS system will operate from 8:00 AM, with closing times aligned with market sessions.
PSX management advised all market participants to adhere strictly to the revised schedule and plan their trading activities accordingly. The move aims to ensure market efficiency while providing convenience to investors, brokers, and staff during the holy month.