PSX Closes Above 147,000 Milestone for First Time in History

In a historic milestone for Pakistan’s capital markets, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)’s benchmark KSE-100 index closed above 147,000 points for the first time, underlining renewed investor confidence and economic optimism. The index closed at 147,005.6 points, a gain of 75 points (0.05%) from its prior close.

• During intraday trading, the KSE-100 surged dramatically, soaring over 1,600 points to an all-time high of 147,005 points before settling slightly lower.

• Trading activity was notably strong, with 691.7 million shares traded—up from 611.2 million shares the previous session—and the total value of shares exchanged rising to Rs. 44.549 billion from Rs. 44.004 billion.

• Macroeconomic Stability & Investor Optimism: Market analysts attribute the rally to signs of economic steadiness, such as a low fiscal deficit, improving external accounts, and liquidity inflows.

• Sectoral Strength: Bulls were particularly active across banking, oil & gas, automotive, refinery, and fertilizer sectors, all contributing notably to gains

• Foreign and Domestic Inflows: Rising local and foreign investments continue to bolster the stock market, underscoring growing confidence in Pakistan’s economic and business outlook.

The stock market has been on an upward trajectory in recent weeks:

• Early August: PSX breached a record 142,000-point mark on optimism over tariff deals and corporate earnings

• Following Days: Broke thresholds at 143,000, 145,000, and 146,000, driven by bullish momentum

• Monday’s Jump: Surged over 1,547 points to close near 143,000 before today’s even larger leap past 147,000

Confidence Indicator

Reaching and closing above 147,000 reflects a strong vote of confidence from investors, suggesting broad support across corporate and financial sectors.

Economic Signpost

The rally comes amid reports of a nine-year low in fiscal deficit and improving macroeconomic variables—key drivers for capital market growth.

Momentum for Future Growth

This uptrend may enhance foreign investment inflows and promote sustained gains, especially if economic policies remain consistent and favorable.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s historic close above 147,000 points marks a striking achievement for the capital market, reflecting resilient economic sentiment and effective policy signals. As bullish momentum builds, the coming sessions will be key to sustaining gains and consolidating long-term growth.