KSE-100 gains 1,269 points as Pakistan Stock Market extends rally
“Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index rose 1,269 points to close at 165,736 on Wednesday, marking a third consecutive session of gains. KARACHI (Dunya News) – The P…”
KKARACHI —The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its upward momentum for a third consecutive trading session on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining 1,269 points to settle at 165,736. The market opened in positive territory, with the benchmark index initially rising 223 points to reach 164,600 points.
Buying momentum continued throughout the session, helping the index close significantly higher. Trading activity remained substantial, with approximately 183.55 million shares changing hands at a total value of around Rs19.22 billion,. The latest advance followed Tuesday’s positive session, when the benchmark index had climbed 1,428 points to close at 164,467.
The consecutive gains reflect sustained positive trading momentum at the country’s main stock exchange, although the direction of the market in subsequent sessions will depend on investor sentiment and prevailing economic conditions.
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