Pakistan’s benchmark index closes at 168,018.86, supported by easing international crude prices and optimism over potential US-Iran negotiations.
KARACHI, November 3, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its bullish momentum on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining 1,454.80 points, or 0.87%, to close at 168,018.86.
The index had closed at 166,564.06 in the previous session. During Tuesday’s trading, it touched an intraday high of 168,469.78 and a low of 167,308.65.
According to analysts at Topline Securities Limited, the market remained positive amid renewed buying interest, with the benchmark recording an intraday gain of approximately 1,905 points.
The rally was primarily driven by declining international crude oil prices following growing optimism over potential negotiations between the United States and Iran.
Hopes of easing geopolitical tensions improved investor sentiment and reduced concerns about regional uncertainty, encouraging buying activity across major stocks.
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), Engro Holdings (ENGROH), Pakistan Stock Exchange-related securities (PSEL), Meezan Bank (MEBL) and Engro Fertilisers (EFERT) were among the major contributors, collectively adding approximately 701 points to the benchmark index.
Market participation also improved compared with the previous session.
Regular-market trading volume reached approximately 517 million shares, while traded value stood at around Rs20.7 billion. Cnergyico PK Limited (CNERGY) led the volume chart, with 114 million shares changing hands.
The KSE-100’s performance reflected improved investor confidence as market participants monitored developments in international oil prices and potential diplomatic progress between Washington and Tehran.
PSX market closing statistics
• Closing index: 168,018.86
• Points gained: 1,454.80
• Percentage gain: 0.87%
• Intraday high: 168,469.78
• Intraday low: 167,308.65
• Volume: 212.27 million shares
• Traded value: Rs13.31 billion