The KSE-100 index witnessed a slight uptick, closing at 171,402.08, amid high volatility and a rollercoaster trading session.

Turbulent Trading Yet Positive Close for KSE-100

On September 22, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a day of unpredictable movements. Despite the rollercoaster ride, the KSE-100 index closed with a modest gain of 248.92 points, marking a 0.15% increase to rest at 171,402.08. This session was characterized by significant fluctuations as the index moved between a high of 171,680.73 and a low of 170,866.93.

Market Activity

The overall market activity was buoyant with a total of 302,478 trades, generating a substantial volume of 641,834,495 shares. The total value traded reached PKR 18,466,149,095.79, highlighting an active day of trading for participants.

Companies and Sectors Performance

A total of 377 companies were traded, out of which 203 advanced, 149 declined, and 25 remained unchanged. The Oil & Gas Exploration Companies, and Technology & Communication sectors emerged as top performers, contributing significantly to the index’s positive close.