The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a minor dip in the KSE-100 index as investors engaged in profit-taking, leading to cautious trading throughout the session.
Market Overview – December 19, 2025
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) concluded today’s trading session on a mildly bearish note. The benchmark KSE-100 index closed at 171,404.48, down by 556.16 points or 0.32%. The market momentum remained subdued as investors opted for profit-taking after a steady rally in previous sessions.
Trading Highlights
- Day’s High: 172,674.65
- Day’s Low: 171,149.07
- Total Trades: 385,098
- Total Volume: 797.53 million shares
- Total Value Traded: PKR 42.22 billion
Market Breadth
A total of companies were traded, with a mix of advances and declines contributing to the sideways movement. The overall market breadth indicated cautious investor sentiment.
Sector Performance
Commercial Banks, Oil & Gas Exploration, and Technology sectors witnessed moderate activity. Selective stocks from the Automobile and Cement sectors attracted investor interest, offering some intra-day opportunities.
Top Indices Performance
- KSE-All Share Index: 103,442.24 (-217.03 points | -0.21%)
- KSE-30 Index: 52,413.79 (-143.72 points | -0.27%)
- KMI-30 Index: 244,645.83 (-378.05 points | -0.15%)
- OGTI Index: 33,419.75 (-67.52 points | -0.20%)
Investor Outlook
Despite today’s pullback, market participants remain optimistic on the back of improving macroeconomic indicators and renewed foreign interest. However, vigilance is expected ahead of year-end portfolio adjustments and sector-specific developments.