The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a significant rise today, with the KSE-100 index closing high amidst vibrant trading activity. Investors saw a positive shift, leading to notable gains across various sectors.
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PSX Market Overview
On February 26, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) displayed a robust performance as the KSE-100 index surged significantly. Closing at 168,893.08, the index rose by 4,266.79 points, marking a 2.59% increase from the previous day.
Key Indices Performance
- KSE-100 Index: Closed at 168,893.08 with a gain of 4,266.79 points (2.59%)
- ALLSHR Index: Ended at 100,888.78, up by 1,889.56 points (1.91%)
- KSE-30 Index: Recorded a rise to 51,723.30, an increase of 1,380.77 points (2.74%)
Market Trading Activity
Today’s trading session was marked by active participation, with a total of 343,452 trades executed over a substantial volume of 692,402,897 shares. The total value of the shares traded reached PKR 35,804,122,081.48.
Companies and Sector Highlights
The market saw a broad-based advance with a majority of sectors contributing to the gains. A total of 365 companies were traded, with 239 advancers, 98 decliners, and 28 unchanged.
Highs and Lows
The KSE-100 index moved between a high of 169,374.27 and a low of 162,953.63 throughout the trading day, reflecting volatility and investor enthusiasm.
Conclusion
The overall market sentiment was positive, driven by strong buying interest and optimistic outlooks in many sectors, suggesting a favorable trading environment in the days ahead.