With the KSE-100 Index surpassing 181,000 for the first time ever, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) began the new year with a strong rally. During intraday trading on the first trading day of the week, the index gained more than 2,100 points to reach 181,135, demonstrating the market’s strong positive momentum.
This increase comes after the index’s remarkable close last week, when it rose more than 2,600 points to close at 179,034. According to analysts, the rally is fueled by strong performance in important industries like banking, energy, and cement, as well as investor confidence and expectations of economic stability.
Growing optimism among institutional and individual investors is reflected in the bullish trend. Additionally, trading volumes have increased, indicating widespread active participation. Experts predict that this momentum may continue in the upcoming weeks if macroeconomic indicators stay steady.
Global investors are keeping a close eye on the PSX’s performance, particularly in light of recent fiscal reforms and improved market sentiment. The record-breaking index level is interpreted as an indication of Pakistan’s financial markets’ resilience and recuperation.
Now that the KSE-100 Index is above 181,000, market observers are optimistic about future gains but caution due to possible profit-taking and fluctuations in the global market.
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