The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a downward trend today, with the KSE-100 Index falling by 1,241.67 points due to investor caution and profit-taking sentiment.
Market Recap – October 16, 2025
Today, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a broad-based sell-off, with key indices closing in the red. The benchmark KSE-100 Index closed at 164,444.71 points, showing a decline of 1,241.67 points or 0.75% from the previous close.
The broader All Shares Index also posted a drop, settling at 100,263.21 points, down 522.59 points or 0.52%. Market activity remained robust with total trades reaching 475,307, and the volume and value of shares traded standing at 3.08 billion and PKR 50.61 billion, respectively.
Market Highlights
- KSE-30 Index: 50,467.15, down 456.01 points (-0.90%)
- KMI-30: 239,381.13, fell by 2,269.58 points (-0.94%)
- PSX Dividend 20 Index: 73,901.94, dropped 973.41 points (-1.30%)
Despite the bearish sentiment, turnover remained high, indicating active participation by local investors. The technology, commercial banking, and oil & gas marketing sectors were among the most traded. However, negative sentiment prevailed across all sectors with most companies ending in the red.
Top Traded Companies
- Listed volume leaders included companies from the banking, energy, and telecom sectors.
- Many blue-chip stocks faced selling pressure despite strong fundamentals.
Outlook
Market participants attributed the decline to profit-taking and cautiousness ahead of economic updates. Analysts suggest monitoring macroeconomic indicators and potential earnings announcements in the coming weeks as crucial drivers for future market direction.