PSX Records Historic Rally, Gains Over 900 Points at Open

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened Friday’s session with remarkable strength as the KSE-100 Index surged beyond 153,000 points for the first time in history.

Within moments of the opening bell, the benchmark index recorded a sharp rise of over 900 points, touching 153,587. The move reflects growing investor confidence, fueled by favorable economic signals and strong buying activity across multiple sectors.

This momentum builds on Thursday’s bullish trend, when the KSE-100 also set new records by crossing the same level on improved market sentiment. Early trade saw a strong jump of 1,680 points, with the index holding firm at elevated levels throughout the session.

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Market analysts say the current rally is being supported by optimism around economic stabilization and sectoral performance in banking, energy, and technology stocks. The market’s resilience in recent weeks signals robust investor appetite despite broader challenges in the economy.

The intraday high of 153,117 further confirmed investor enthusiasm, as trading volumes expanded significantly. By 10am, the index was still comfortably positioned at 152,974, reflecting steady confidence in the market’s long-term outlook.