On July 8, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a substantial downturn, with the KSE-100 index dropping 4,626.19 points or 2.48%. Many sectors recorded losses as market sentiment remained negative.
Market Overview
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced a challenging trading day on July 8, 2026. The benchmark KSE-100 index fell sharply by 4,626.19 points, closing at 181,629.36, marking a 2.48% decrease. The market saw widespread declines across various sectors.
KSE-100 Performance
The KSE-100 opened at 186,255.55 and fluctuated between a high of 185,215.56 and a low of 179,504.34. The index closed at 181,629.36, experiencing significant pressure from selling activities.
Other Indices
Several other indices echoed the broader market sentiment:
- KSE-All Share Index dropped by 2,557.43 points, concluding at 109,942.32, a 2.27% decline.
- KSE-30 Index saw a reduction of 1,392.96 points, closing at 54,279.47.
- KMI-30 Index experienced a substantial drawdown of 6,638.08 points, finishing at 256,369.76.
Trading Summary
The total trading volume reached 1,551,042,223 shares. The value of shares traded was approximately PKR 62,436,785,818.43, with a total of 707,378 trades conducted through the day.
Company Performance
Of the companies traded, 343 declined, 81 advanced, and 30 remained unchanged, reflecting the bearish market trend.
Sector Performance
Major sectors such as Oil & Gas, Banking, and Cement witnessed broad declines, contributing to the overall negative market sentiment.
