Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) Closing Market Summary – April 28, 2025

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant downturn on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index closing at 114,063.90, a decline of 1,405.44 points or 1.22% from the previous close of 115,469.34. Pakistan Stock Exchange+5Mettis Global Link+5Business Recorder+5

📊 Key Indices Performance:

KSE-100 Index: 114,063.90 ▼ 1,405.44 (-1.22%)
KSE All Share Index: 71,163.24 ▼ 951.59 (-1.32%)
KSE-30 Index: 35,033.67 ▼ 529.01 (-1.49%)
KMI-30 Index: 170,916.50 ▼ 2,820.25 (-1.62%)
Banking Sector Index (BKTI): 27,691.46 ▼ 453.92 (-1.61%)
Oil & Gas Sector Index (OGTI): 26,346.84 ▼ 613.81 (-2.28%)
PSX-KMI All Share Index: 49,331.16 ▼ 789.22 (-1.57%)
PSX Dividend 20 Index: 43,558.21 ▼ 477.77 (-1.08%) Business Recorder+3PSX Data Portal+3PSX Data Portal+3 Pakistan Stock Exchange+2PSX Data Portal+2PSX Data Portal+2

🔄 Market Activity:

Total Volume Traded: 423,938,288 shares
Total Value Traded: PKR 26.46 billion
Number of Trades: 298,631
Advancing Stocks: 93
Declining Stocks: 313
Unchanged Stocks: 43
Total Active Stocks: 449 ARY NEWS+8Pakistan Stock Exchange+8PSX Data Portal+8

📉 Market Overview:

The trading session witnessed a volatile trajectory. The KSE-100 Index initially surged to an intraday high of 116,658.94, gaining over 1,189 points. However, intensified selling pressure in the latter half led to a sharp reversal, with the index touching an intraday low of 113,867.80 before settling at 114,063.90. PSX Data Portal+4Business Recorder+4Mettis Global Link+4

Analysts attribute this downturn to escalating geopolitical tensions between Pakistan and India, particularly following recent diplomatic strains. The heightened uncertainty prompted investors to adopt a risk-averse stance, leading to broad-based selling across key sectors.

🏭 Sector Highlights:

Banking Sector: The BKTI index declined by 1.61%, reflecting investor concerns over potential economic repercussions of regional tensions.
Oil & Gas Sector: The OGTI index experienced a significant drop of 2.28%, amid global oil price fluctuations and domestic uncertainties.
Automobile Sector: Mixed performance observed. Notably, Atlas Honda Ltd closed at PKR 1,142.02, down PKR 11.48, while Ghandhara Industries stood at PKR 700.01, declining by PKR 32.53.

🧠 Market Insights:

The PSX’s performance underscores the market’s sensitivity to geopolitical developments. While early gains suggested investor optimism, the subsequent sell-off highlights prevailing caution. Analysts suggest that sustained stability in regional relations and clear economic policies will be pivotal in restoring investor confidence.

Stay Informed:

For real-time updates and detailed analyses, visit the Pakistan Stock Exchange Official Website.

This closing market summary aims to provide investors with a comprehensive overview of the PSX’s performance and prevailing economic factors influencing market dynamics.

Hamza Shah