PSX hits all time high at 150,591 points
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish momentum on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging by 820.26 points, or 0.55%, to close at a record high of 150,591.00 points. This remarkable milestone surpassed the previous day’s close of 149,770.75 points, setting a new all-time high for Pakistan’s equity market.
Market experts at Topline Securities Ltd. attributed the rally to stronger-than-expected corporate earnings coupled with robust liquidity inflows from local institutional investors. The upbeat performance of market heavyweights further boosted investor confidence, driving the KSE-100 Index to uncharted territory.
Trading activity remained vibrant throughout the session, with traded volume climbing to 667 million shares and the total traded value reaching Rs40.7 billion. The Bank of Punjab (BOP) dominated the volume chart with 52 million shares traded at Rs14.92 per share. It was followed by WorldCall Telecom, which recorded 36.2 million shares traded at Rs1.48, and Fauji Cement, which saw 33.6 million shares traded at Rs16.42.
Out of 487 companies that traded shares, 240 closed with gains, 216 ended in losses, while 31 remained unchanged. Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited recorded the highest increase, with its share price rising by Rs616.58 to close at Rs32,394.83. PIA Holding Company LimitedB followed closely, gaining Rs180.90 to settle at Rs27,878.90. On the other hand, Bhanero Textile Mills Limited suffered the largest decline, dropping Rs74.02 to close at Rs946.54, while The Thal Industries Corporation Limited lost Rs49.83, closing at Rs574.02.
In the futures market, 323 companies were active, with 166 advancing, 154 declining, and three remaining unchanged. Analysts suggest that the sustained momentum reflects a renewed wave of investor optimism, underpinned by corporate profitability, stable inflows, and a relatively supportive economic outlook.
The all-time high of 150,591 points not only highlights strong investor sentiment but also underscores Pakistan’s growing appeal to both local and foreign investors, despite broader economic challenges. Market watchers believe that if liquidity remains strong and earnings continue to beat expectations, the index could see further upward movement in the coming weeks.
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