Karachi: The KSE100 index witnessed a notable increase of 982.08 points, achieving a level of 182,241.77, amid a broader market upswing, according to data released by JS Global. The KSE30 index also showed positive momentum, rising by 333.09 points to reach 54,431.71.

According to JS Global, the daily percentage change for the KSE100 index was recorded at 0.54%, while the KSE30 index saw a 0.62% increase. The year-to-date (YTD) change for the calendar year 2026 stood at 4.70% for the KSE100, and 2.12% for the KSE30. The fiscal year 2027 YTD change was 1.08% for the KSE100 and 1.33% for the KSE30.

The market capitalization of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rose to Rs 20,503.27 billion, marking a 0.59% increase in day-over-day terms. The total market capitalization in U.S. dollars was $73.74 billion. The data also showed that the PSX market capitalization had achieved a 52-week high of Rs 21,304.78 billion, with a low of Rs 16,210.56 billion over the same period.

Among the top gainers in the KSE100 index, Ghani Global Holdings (GHNI) led with a 6.41% increase in its share price. On the other hand, the biggest loser was Mehran Sugar Mills (MEHT), whose shares fell by 8.32%.

The total volume of shares traded on the PSX stood at 948.78 million, with a total value of Rs 38.41 billion, equivalent to $138.15 million. The average daily turnover over the past 52 weeks was 912.79 million shares, valued at Rs 42.83 billion or $152.78 million.

The report also highlighted regional market performances, noting a 2.5% increase in South Korea's KOSPI index, while China's SSEA index fell by 1.0%. Meanwhile, India's BSESN index rose by 1.1%.

The figures indicate a robust trading session for the PSX, contributing to the optimistic sentiment in regional markets, albeit with varying degrees of performance across different indices.