The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved another milestone on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index surged to fresh record highs, continuing its upward trajectory from last week.
The trading week opened with strong momentum, with the index gaining 691 points to reach 154,969 points. The rally extended further, with increases of 1,274 and 1,692 points during the session, taking the index to a new all-time high of 155,969 points during intra-day trading.
The surge was driven by robust investor participation and positive market sentiment, marking another historic session after the index crossed the 154,000-point mark last week.
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Last week, KSE-100 Index closed at 154,277, up 1,612 points in a single session. This marks the first time the index has surpassed the 154,000 level.
The rally was spearheaded by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), which surged 9.88% to Rs171.98 after its Corporate Briefing reignited expectations of a healthy year-end dividend.
The management hinted at optimising capital levels, though the NBP Act restricts payouts to year-end results, said Ali Najib, Deputy Head of Trading Arif Habib Ltd.
Cement stocks also lit up the board, with DG Khan Cement hitting the upper circuit at +10%, while POWER, GWLC, MLCF, and LUCK advanced between 3%–7.5%, cementing sector-wide bullish momentum.
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Analysts point to renewed investor confidence, driven by hopes of economic recovery, a narrowing trade deficit, and a potential farmer relief package.
The 150,000-point level now acts as a strong support, with momentum suggesting the rally could continue.