PSX sheds 2.3% in July despite late recovery
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) KSE-100 index declined by 2.3% in July 2026, closing at 176,094 points. Despite a strong recovery in the final week driven by easing geopolitical tensions, the market remained under pressure throughout the month.
Why it matters
The performance of the PSX serves as a key indicator of investor confidence and economic stability in Pakistan amidst regional geopolitical volatility.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> PSX KARACHI: The KSE-100 index ended July 2026 lower by 4,208 points, or 2.3%, to stand at 176,094 at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) as geopolitical tensions kept investor confidence under pressure throughout the month.
In a sharp contrast, the market staged a strong recovery in the final week, gaining 2.97%, or 5,073 points. The rebound was driven by a 7,241-point surge on Monday after an easing in US-Iran hostilities, though renewed tensions later in the week trimmed some of the gains.
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