The Pakistan Stock Exchange began the new year with a strong rally, as the KSE-100 index surged by over 2,600 points, marking a significant gain of 1.52%. Market activity was robust, with high trading volumes and broad-based gains across sectors.
Market Summary — January 2, 2026
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the year on a bullish note. The benchmark KSE-100 Index climbed by 2,679.44 points or 1.52%, closing at 179,034.93, setting a new all-time high. The intraday range spanned from 176,709.51 to 179,467.83.
Trading Highlights
- Total Trades: 511,018
- Total Volume: 1.11 billion shares
- Total Value: PKR 64.34 billion
Index Movements
- All Share Index: Gained 1,297.66 points (1.22%) to close at 107,392.73
- KSE-30 Index: Jumped 1,007.09 points (1.86%) to 55,017.41
- KMI-30 Index: Advanced 4,013.10 points (1.60%) to 254,699.07
Sector & Stock Highlights
Across sectors, key drivers of the rally included:
- Banking Sector: BKTI Index rose 2.40% to 50,802.41
- Oil & Gas: OGTI gained 2.36% to 36,086.90
- Top Performers: Select blue-chip companies and exploration firms led the charge, reflecting investor confidence in economic indicators heading into 2026.
Investor optimism was sustained by expectations of favorable macroeconomic policies and improving corporate earnings, making the first trading session of the year a high-spirited one.
Data Source: Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited