The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed in the red on August 13, 2025, with the KSE-100 index falling by 476.02 points, reflecting investor caution amid mixed sectoral performance.
Market Overview
On August 13, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a downward trend as the benchmark KSE-100 Index dropped 0.32% to close at 146,529.30. Market activity remained robust with significant volume, indicating active investor participation despite the overall bearish sentiment.
Key Indices Performance
- KSE-100 Index: 146,529.30 (-476.02 points, -0.32%)
- KSE-All Share Index: 90,649.25 (-120.81 points, -0.13%)
- KSE-30 Index: 44,855.40 (-156.34 points, -0.35%)
Trading Highlights
The total number of trades stood at 365,001 with a cumulative volume of 647 million shares and a total traded value of PKR 40.89 billion. The market’s breadth was negative as declines outnumbered advances.
Sectoral Performance
Mixed performance was observed across various sectors. The Oil & Gas Exploration sector faced notable losses with a 1.30% decline in its index. Conversely, the Banking sector showed resilience, gaining 0.35%.
Top Performers
Positive performance was seen in selected stocks within the banking and insurance sectors. Conversely, oil and energy companies weighed heavily on the market due to declining global crude prices.
Market Sentiment
Investors are cautiously navigating the current economic landscape, assessing macroeconomic indicators and corporate earnings outlook. Analysts suggest this volatility may persist in the short term, with market movements sensitive to developments on the fiscal and monetary fronts.