On July 8, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw the KSE-100 Index surge to a record intra-day high of 134,200 before closing nearly flat at 133,403.19 due to profit-taking.
The KSE-100 Index rose 33.04 points, or 0.02%, to 133,403.19 after hitting an intra-day high of 134,200 and a low of 132,696. Profit-taking erased most gains, with 1.2 billion shares traded, valued at ₨42 billion, up from 919.9 million on July 7. Of 480 companies traded, 217 stocks rose, 231 fell, and 32 were unchanged, with Habib Metropolitan Bank (+3.87%) leading gains and Fauji Fertiliser (-0.52%) dragging.
Market Snapshot – July 8, 2025
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— PSX (@pakstockexgltd) July 8, 2025Investor profit-taking at high valuations after recent all-time highs, driven by 11.8% inflation easing and $14 billion reserves. The KSE-100 is projected to deliver 27.4% returns in FY26, with 9.2% earnings growth. Support levels at 132,000–133,000 suggest resumed upside.
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The PSX’s recent rally follows a 60% return in FY25, making it the top stock exchange in the region, according to Dawn. This positive sentiment has been supported by recent fiscal reforms and foreign investments, including China’s $3.4 billion financial support. However, risks, such as threats of U.S. tariffs, still loom. The KSE-100, which accounts for 85% of the PSX’s market capitalisation, remains a crucial economic indicator for Pakistan’s 220 million citizens, according to PSX data, despite experiencing volatility due to profit-taking.
