The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a decline today, with the KSE-100 Index dropping by 1,381.69 points, closing at 182,569.81. Trading volumes and values remained robust, with over 509,000 trades executed.
Market Overview
On January 14, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed the trading day on a bearish note as major indices trimmed recent gains. The benchmark KSE-100 Index declined by 1,381.69 points (-0.75%), closing at 182,569.81. The day’s range fluctuated between a high of 184,726.60 and a low of 182,369.86.
Trading Activity
Investor participation remained healthy with 509,331 total trades recorded on the main board. The total volume traded stood at 1.03 billion shares, while the total value of shares traded amounted to PKR 65.96 billion.
Index Highlights
- KSE-All Share Index: Closed at 109,674.47, down by 729.71 points (-0.66%)
- KSE-30 Index: Declined by 415.17 points (-0.74%) to close at 56,029.54
- OGTI (Oil and Gas): Bucked the trend with a 1.73% increase, closing at 36,594.61
Sector Highlights
The Oil and Gas sector was the standout performer today, witnessing gains due to rising global crude prices. However, Commercial Banks and Automobile Assemblers witnessed pressure, contributing significantly to the market’s decline.
Investor Sentiment
Market sentiment remained cautious ahead of upcoming corporate earnings and macroeconomic indicators. Profit-taking was observed in key blue-chip stocks, impacting the overall market performance.
Outlook
Analysts suggest close monitoring of both local economic developments and global commodity trends, which are likely to shape market direction in the coming sessions.