On November 18, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a moderate downturn, with key indices closing in negative territory and trading volumes reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
Market Overview
On November 18, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a decline across major indices, marking a day of subdued investor optimism. The benchmark KSE-100 Index closed at 160,935.13, down 752.05 points or 0.47%. The KSE-All Share Index also reflected a similar trend, shedding 388.98 points to end at 97,686.29.
Market Highlights
- High: 162,344.65
- Low: 160,583.89
- Total Trades: 419,955
- Total Volume: 1.55 billion shares
- Total Value: PKR 38.86 billion
Top Sectors and Performers
Most sectors closed in the red, with the Banking and Oil & Gas sectors seeing notable drops of over 0.5%. However, a few companies managed to hold their ground or post gains, with investors selectively focusing on fundamentally strong stocks.
Investor Sentiment
The market’s downward trajectory points towards profit-taking and cautious trading ahead of fiscal and economic updates. Analysts suggest watching for upcoming corporate announcements and macro indicators that could influence future trends.