The Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a modest downturn today, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index dipping slightly amid mixed investor sentiment and sectoral performance.
Market Overview – December 24, 2025
On the final trading day before the holiday break, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a mild pullback. The KSE-100 Index closed at 170,830.22, marking a decline of 243.51 points (-0.14%). Meanwhile, the All-Share Index also shed 197.80 points (-0.19%) to close at 102,922.37.
Market Highlights
- High: 171,587.32 | Low: 170,641.13
- Total Trades: 367,861
- Total Volume: 811.56 million shares
- Total Value: PKR 29.79 billion
Market Breadth
Of the total companies traded, advanced stocks were fewer than those that declined, indicating cautious investor sentiment ahead of reduced trading activity during the upcoming holidays.
Sectoral Performance
The Oil & Gas sector showed resilience, buoyed by rising global energy prices, while other major sectors like Commercial Banks and Cement saw profit-taking. The Technology & Communication sector remained under pressure due to global tech trends.
Top Movers
- Gainers: JSMFI, PSXDIV20
- Decliners: KMI30, UPP9, MZNPI
Investor Outlook
With the KSE-100 still up over 51% year-on-year and 48% year-to-date, the overall market sentiment remains optimistic heading into the new year, despite today’s minor retreat.