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Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) Morning Market Update – April 21, 2025

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) commenced the trading week on a robust note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index exhibiting significant gains. As of 11:13 AM, the index stands at 118,101.00 points, marking an increase of 785.42 points or 0.67% from the previous close. Pakistan Stock Exchange

Key Indices Performance (as of 11:13 AM):

KSE-100 Index: 118,101.00 ▲ 785.42 (0.67%)
KSE All Share Index: 73,850.41 ▲ 502.57 (0.68%)
KSE-30 Index: 36,366.34 ▲ 249.97 (0.69%)
KMI-30 Index: 178,460.44 ▲ 704.45 (0.39%)
Banking Sector Index (BKTI): 29,057.76 ▲ 715.56 (2.46%)
Oil & Gas Sector Index (OGTI): 27,974.97 ▼ 82.89 (-0.30%)
PSX-KMI All Share Index: 51,248.03 ▲ 256.80 (0.50%)
PSX Dividend 20 Index: 45,351.41 ▲ 364.49 (0.80%) Pakistan Stock Exchange

Market Activity:

Total Volume Traded: 194,848,985 shares
Total Value Traded: PKR 11.79 billion
Number of Trades: 116,674
Advancing Stocks: 234
Declining Stocks: 153
Unchanged Stocks: 17
Total Active Stocks: 404 Pakistan Stock Exchange

Sector Highlights:

Banking Sector: Leading the market’s upward momentum, the BKTI index has surged by 2.46%, reflecting strong investor confidence in financial institutions.
Oil & Gas Sector: Experiencing a slight downturn, the OGTI index has declined by 0.30%, indicating subdued performance amid fluctuating global oil prices.
Automobile Sector: Mixed performance observed. Notably, Sazgar Engineering is trading at PKR 1,368.00, up PKR 51.66, while Millat Tractors stands at PKR 621.00, gaining PKR 12.55. Pakistan Stock Exchange

Economic Indicators:

Monetary Policy: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) recently raised PKR 261 billion through floating rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs), indicating active liquidity management. Mettis Global Link
Treasury Bills Auction: The government successfully raised PKR 965 billion through Market Treasury Bills (MTBs), showcasing strong investor demand for short-term government securities.
Auto Financing: Automobile financing in Pakistan increased to PKR 257.36 billion in March 2025, marking a 3.43% month-on-month rise, reflecting growing consumer confidence.

Market Outlook:

Analysts anticipate that the PSX will maintain its positive trajectory in the near term, supported by robust corporate earnings, improved macroeconomic indicators, and sustained investor optimism. However, they advise caution due to potential global economic uncertainties and geopolitical developments that could impact market sentiment.

Stay Informed:

For real-time updates and detailed analyses, visit the Daily Forex Pakistan.

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

Hamza Shah