PSX continues recovery as KSE-100 index gains 2,600 points in early trade
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index saw a significant recovery, gaining over 2,800 points following positive investor sentiment. Analysts attribute the rebound to easing geopolitical tensions and comments from US President Donald Trump regarding potential negotiations with Iran.
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Market stability in Pakistan is highly sensitive to regional geopolitical shifts and international diplomatic rhetoric.
This image shows activity at the KSE-100 on July 16, 2026. — screengrab via PSX data portal Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x comments Join our Whatsapp Channel Add Dawn as a trusted source The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark index staged a “strong recovery” on Thursday as it surged by around 2,800 points to cross 178,000 points.
The KSE-100 index opened in the green and had already surpassed the 177,000-point level by 10:02am. From 11am onwards, it maintained a gain of over 2,000 points compared to the previous close.
Finally, the index gained 2,837.78 points (1.62 per cent) to close at 178,123.56 points from the previous close of 175,285.78.
Topline Securities Ltd said the market “staged a strong recovery, extending Wednesday’s rebound as broad-based buying returned to the market”.
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