Pakistan Stock Exchange crosses 151,000 milestone, sets record
Pakistan Stock Exchange achieves historic 151,000-point milestone as investors show strong market confidence
Pakistan – (Special Correspondent / Web Desk)- The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached another historic level on Wednesday, surpassing the 151,000-point mark for the very first time. The benchmark KSE-100 Index gained 1,490 points, touching an intraday record of 151,261 points. By early afternoon, it was trading at 151,227 points, up nearly 1,456 points or 0.97%.
Experts link this upward momentum to stable corporate earnings, strong demand for shares, and improved investor confidence. The stability of the Pakistani rupee, along with robust participation from both local and foreign institutions, also supported the rally.
Key sectors driving the surge included banking, cement, pharmaceuticals, energy, IT, and automobiles. Notable performers were PRL, ARL, HUBCO, MEBL, NBP, and BOP, all showing strong gains. Investor confidence further improved after Moody’s Ratings upgraded five major banks—ABL, HBL, MCB, NBP, and UBL—citing Pakistan’s better external position and steady progress under the IMF Extended Fund Facility programme.
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This rally continues the momentum from Tuesday, when the index closed at a record 149,770 points. Analysts highlight that Pakistan’s economic reforms and financial resilience are fuelling optimism, even as global markets face pressure.
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