The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) set a new record on Friday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index gained 2,977 points, closing at an all-time high of 162,257 points.
During the session, the market surged by more than 3,100 points, crossing the key milestones of 160,000, 161,000, and 162,000 points for the first time in history.
The PSX also recorded its highest-ever trading value of Rs70.5 billion in a single day, with a remarkable transaction volume of 2.5 billion shares.
A strong wave of buying was seen in shares of oil and gas, power, cement, fertilizer, and banking sectors, driving the rally.
Earlier, the PSX made history as the benchmark KSE-100 index crossed two major milestones — 160,000 and 161,000 points — for the very first time. The remarkable rally reflects renewed investor confidence and marks another record-setting day for the country’s financial markets.
Record-breaking rally at PSX
Trading opened on a strong note, and the index immediately surged past the long-awaited 160,000 level. At the start, the KSE-100 index jumped by 1,255 points, reaching 160,535 points — a record in itself.
But the momentum did not stop there. The market continued to climb, and by the end of the trading session, the index had soared by a massive 1,843 points to close at 161,123 points, cementing its place in history.
Key milestones achieved
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First time ever crossing 160,000 points
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Surged past 161,000 points in the same session
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Intra-day gain of 1,843 points
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Closing record set at 161,123 points
Investor confidence driving market
Analysts note that the surge was driven by strong buying activity across sectors, signaling optimism in economic stability and future growth. The record highs also reflect the resilience of Pakistan’s equity market despite ongoing global economic challenges.
