Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a subdued start to the week on July 21, 2025, as investors engaged in profit-taking ahead of July-end contract expiries. The benchmark KSE-100 index fluctuated in a narrow range before closing down 379.78 points, or 0.27%, at 138,217.58.
Topline Securities noted in its market review: “The market remained range-bound throughout the session, fluctuating between intra-day high of 139,201 and intra-day low of 138,150, as investors engaged in profit-taking ahead of July-end contract expiry.”
Key stocks exerted downward pressure, with Fauji Fertiliser Company, United Bank Limited, Oil and Gas Development Company, Systems Limited, and Hub Power collectively subtracting 438 points from the index. Positive contributions came from HBL, Engro Fertilisers, and Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans, adding 152 points.
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Trading volumes slightly decreased to 608.2 million shares from Friday’s 609.4 million, with a traded value of Rs23.5 billion. Among 479 traded companies, 193 stocks rose, 245 fell, and 41 remained unchanged.
First Prudential Modaraba topped the trading volumes with 58.7 million shares exchanged, increasing by 48 paisa to close at Rs 4.98 per share. This performance reflects a cautious sentiment due to upcoming expirations; however, broader economic indicators, such as the recent $2.1 billion current account surplus, may support future rebounds.
