PSX Closing Bell: Record Breaker

July 02, 2025 (MLN): The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Wednesday's trading session at 130,344.03, marking a sharp gain of 2,144.61 points or 1.67%, and closing at its highest-ever level.

The index maintained positive momentum throughout the day, hitting an intraday high of 130,545.94 (+2,346.52) and a low of 128,616.11 (+416.69) points.

A robust trading volume was recorded, with 345.79 million shares exchanged on the KSE-100 Index.

The record-breaking performance of the Pakistan Stock Exchange is being driven by a confluence of positive economic developments and growing investor confidence.

The recent surge in the KSE-100 Index, which crossed the 130,000 mark for the first time, reflects strong bullish sentiment fueled by macroeconomic stability and supportive policy measures.

A drop in CPI-based inflation to 3.2% in June, a 9.4% narrowing of the trade deficit, and declining interest rates have collectively boosted domestic investor participation—signaling early signs of economic recovery.

Fresh foreign inflows, a stable currency, and clarity following the FY2025–26 budget have added further momentum. Strong corporate earnings, attractive valuations, and the government's pro-market stance are also drawing investor interest.

These combined factors are fueling a bullish rally, pushing the KSE-100 Index to record highs and positioning the PSX as a compelling investment destination.

Of the 100 index companies 61 closed up, and 39 closed down.

Top gainers during the day were SEARL (+10.00%), GADT (+10.00%), MUREB (+8.79%), SCBPL (+7.81%), and BOP (+5.68%).

On the other hand, top losers were YOUW (-4.95%), PKGP (-4.56%), BNWM (-4.38%), THALL (-2.39%), and PTC (-2.27%).

In terms of index-point contributions, companies that propped up the index were UBL (+468.10pts), MCB (+246.34pts), BAHL (+198.51pts), MEBL (+176.45pts), and HBL (+106.15pts).

Meanwhile, companies that dragged the index lower were PKGP (-39.72pts), CHCC (-17.78pts), LUCK (-14.11pts), THALL (-13.32pts), and TGL (-12.07pts).

Sector-wise, KSE-100 Index was supported by Commercial Banks (+1529.01pts), Oil & Gas Exploration Companies (+153.64pts), Pharmaceuticals (+134.43pts), Fertilizer (+120.64pts), and Oil & Gas Marketing Companies (+98.99pts).

While the index was let down by Power Generation & Distribution (-32.78pts), Engineering (-16.90pts), Glass & Ceramics (-16.75pts), Automobile Parts & Accessories (-13.32pts), and Chemical (-13.16pts).

In the broader market, the All-Share Index closed at 81,023.98 with a net gain of 1,236.36 points or 1.55%.

Total market volume was 1,026.12 million shares compared to 1,032.76m from the previous session while traded value was recorded at Rs49.29 billion showing an increase of Rs5.29bn.

There were 462,242 trades reported in 473 companies with 256 closing up, 192 closing down, and 25 remaining unchanged.

To note, the KSE-100 has gained 4,717 points or 3.75% during the fiscal year, whereas it has increased 15,217 points or 13.22% so far this calendar year.

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