On August 8, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended slightly lower, with the KSE-100 index settling at 145,383, down 264 points or 0.18%, as investors engaged in profit-taking after a strong week. The consolidation around the 145,000 level followed a robust seven-week rally, with the index gaining 4,348 points or 3.08% overall, starting at 141,963 and hitting an intra-day high of 146,813 and a low of 141,441.
The State Bank of Pakistan reported a $72 million decrease in foreign exchange reserves, bringing the total to $14.23 billion for the week ending August 1. This marks the third consecutive weekly decline, primarily due to external debt repayments.
Market Snapshot – August 8, 2025
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— PSX (@pakstockexgltd) August 8, 2025Rising government bond yields, new trade data, and caution in monetary policy have led to selective profit-taking in the market. Stocks such as Engro Fertilisers, Lucky Cement, Systems Limited, Mari Petroleum, and Hubco fell by 399 points, while Engro Holdings, Fauji Fertiliser, Oil and Gas Development Company, and MCB Bank gained 426 points.
Trading volumes remained steady at 548 million shares, with a traded value of Rs45.5 billion. Pakistan Petroleum Limited led the activity with 22 million shares traded. Analysts anticipate mild consolidation or correction, with support levels at 145,000 and 143,000, and resistance at the 150,000 mark. The market’s resilience reflects optimism, tempered by economic indicators like declining reserves.
The PSX’s performance underscores Pakistan’s economic challenges, including reserve pressures and trade imbalances. The seven-week rally signals investor confidence, but profit-taking highlights caution. The market’s trajectory will depend on upcoming economic data and policy moves, particularly on debt and trade.
