The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed at a record high, with the KSE-100 index jumping 1,226.39 points, or 0.81%, to 152,201.88. Strong buying, fueled by better economic signs and growing investor trust, drove the surge. The index peaked at 152,805 during the day and dipped to a low of 151,320, showing steady upward momentum.
The power generation sector added 411 points to the index, led by Hub Power’s strong performance. Hub Power reported earnings of Rs9.16 per share for Q4 FY25 and a Rs10 per share dividend, exceeding expectations and boosting its FY25 payout to Rs15 per share. Other contributors included Fauji Fertiliser, Oil and Gas Development Company, Mari Petroleum, and Pakistan Petroleum, together adding 788 points, according to Topline Securities.
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— PSX (@pakstockexgltd) September 3, 2025Cement stocks shone due to a 12% year-on-year rise in August sales, sparking optimism. The fertiliser sector also saw heavy buying, with urea sales reaching 816,000 tons in August, up 46% from last year and 34% from July, driven by discounts and early dealer purchases.
Some sectors, like glass, engineering, sugar, and electrical goods, saw small declines. Trading volumes fell to 1.04 billion shares from 1.1 billion the previous day, with a traded value of Rs51.3 billion. Of the 477 companies traded, 242 gained, 204 lost, and 31 stayed unchanged. Pace (Pakistan) led with 89.3 million shares traded, closing at Rs6.95 after a Rs0.03 gain.
Investor confidence remains high, supported by strong sector performances and progress on issues like circular debt in the energy sector.
The KSE-100’s record high signals a positive outlook for Pakistan’s economy. Continued growth in key sectors could drive further gains, but investors should stay cautious of market fluctuations.
