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Unprecedented Surge: Wednesday’s Historic Rally
On Wednesday, the PSX achieved a monumental milestone, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index soaring by an unprecedented 4,595 points to close at an all-time high of 99,269 points. This marked the largest single-day rally in the market’s history.
During the trading session, the index surged as much as 4,975 points, breaking several thresholds, including 95,000, 96,000, 97,000, 98,000, and 99,000 points. The rally was supported by robust trading volumes, highlighting strong investor participation across various sectors. By the end of the session, the index signaled strong upward momentum, leaving analysts optimistic about continued growth.
Record-Setting Momentum: Thursday’s Gains
The bullish trend continued on Thursday, with the PSX gaining 2,671 points to reach a new all-time high of 113,481 points, compared to 110,810 points on the previous trading day. By 11:15 AM, the KSE-100 was up by 1,907 points (1.72%), standing at 112,717 points.
Trading activity was robust, with 488,979,733 shares traded at a total value of Rs. 26.97 billion. Out of 424 companies, 301 recorded gains, 111 sustained losses, and 12 remained unchanged. Key contributors to the index’s rise included WTL, CNERGY, LOTCHEM, PIBTL, and KEL.
Profit-Taking Pullback: Tuesday’s Decline
Amidst this period of unprecedented growth, the PSX experienced a pause on Tuesday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index fell by over 1,000 points due to heavy profit-taking. This ended its record-breaking streak.
Trading Overview
The session started on a high note, with the index reaching an intra-day peak of 111,759.58, gaining over 1,700 points. However, selling pressure intensified throughout the day, dragging the index to an intra-day low of 107,711.40. The benchmark ultimately closed at 108,896.65, reflecting a decline of 1,073.73 points (0.98%).
Market Sentiment
Despite the day’s decline, the overall sentiment remained positive, buoyed by macroeconomic indicators. November’s inflation rate of 4.9% fueled speculation of further interest rate cuts by the State Bank of Pakistan, reinforcing market confidence. Analysts noted that the pullback was a natural correction after historic highs, with the broader uptrend expected to continue.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s recent performance reflects both its potential and volatility. From record-breaking rallies to sharp corrections, the market remains dynamic, driven by evolving economic fundamentals and investor sentiment. As Pakistan continues to make strides in economic growth, the PSX’s performance will be closely watched by local and international investors.
