Karachi: The Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE100) index witnessed a slight downturn, closing at 92,021.44 points, marking a decrease of 282.88 points, or a 0.31% drop, as per the latest market data. In contrast, the KSE30 index concluded at 28,664.80 points, experiencing a decline of 175.50 points, equivalent to a 0.61% decrease.

According to JS Global, the overall market capitalization of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) was reported at Rs 11,816.49 billion, translating to approximately US$ 42.60 billion, reflecting a day-on-day change of -0.36%. The year-to-date change for calendar year 2024 stands at 30.38%, while the fiscal year 2025 has seen a growth of 13.38%.

In terms of the 52-week performance, the PSX market capitalization reached a high of Rs 11,858.69 billion, with a low of Rs 7,820.71 billion. The average daily traded value over the past 12 months was Rs 9,897.35 billion.

On the gainers’ front, the Bank of Punjab (BOP) saw a 10.11% increase in its stock price, closing at Rs 6.21. Pakistan Gas Limited Corporation (PGLC) and National Refinery Limited (NRL) also observed gains of 8.70% and 8.60% respectively. On the other hand, Systems Limited (SYS) led the losers’ list with a 4.70% decline, closing at Rs 531.66.

The total trading volume for the day was 889.17 million shares, with a total value of Rs 30.47 billion, equivalent to US$ 109.86 million. Key volume leaders included BOP with 88.68 million shares traded, and Cnergyico PK Limited (CNERGY) with 71.64 million shares.

Regionally, the markets exhibited mixed trends, with India’s BSESN index advancing by 1.1%, while Indonesia’s JKSE saw a 1.4% decline. Taiwan’s TWII index experienced a notable gain of 0.5%, reflecting a year-to-date increase of 29.5%.

This data, sourced from JS Global, highlights the fluctuating dynamics of the stock market, driven by both domestic and international influences.