Weekly Market Roundup

The Pakistan Stock Exchange wrapped up the week with a strong rally, as the KSE-100 Index closed at 166,677.7 points, rising 2.82% from last week’s level of 162,102.92 points.

Key Pakistan Market Stats and Economic Indicators

Weekly roundup of Key Economic releases and market data and statistics

Inflation to hover around 5-6% in November

SBP lowers remuneration rate on Special Cash Reserve Account for December

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reduced the remuneration rate on the Special Cash Reserve Account (US$) for December 2025 to 2.86%.

FFC secures consecutive Overall Winner Title at SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards

Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) proudly announces its historic achievement as the first Pakistani company to win the Overall Winner title for two consecutive years at the SAFA (South Asian Federation of Accountants) Best Presented Annual Report Awards.

EXIDE half-year earnings slide 45% on lower revenues

Exide Pakistan Limited (PSX: EXIDE) posted a profit after tax of Rs277.4 million for the half year ended September 30, 2025, marking a 45.15% decline compared to Rs505.7m in the same period last year.

PSX Closing Bell: Back In Chorus

The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Friday's trading session at 166,677.69, showing an increase of 1,304.38 points or 0.79%.

PKR edges higher against USD

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) strengthened by 3.06 paisa against the US dollar in Friday's interbank session to settle the trade at PKR 280.52 per USD, compared to previous closing of 280.55.

SNGP profit rises 5% on strong margins, lower finance costs

Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (PSX: SNGP) reported a profit after tax of Rs3.45 billion for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, showing a 5% increase compared to Rs3.28bn in the same period last year.

SECP flags two fake trading platforms

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has identified two illegal online trading platforms, “Equitrix Investment Management LLC” and “ahlexchange.com,” which are enticing the public by promising exaggerated returns on investments in listed companies' shares.