Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) observed a positive trend at the close of the latest trading session, with both key indices, KSE30 and KSE100, registering gains. The KSE100 index rose by 719.68 points, marking a 0.60% increase, while the KSE30 index saw an uplift of 249.55 points, or 0.69%. These increments bring the KSE100 and KSE30 indices to levels of 119,691.09 and 36,454.15, respectively.

Among the top gainers, PKGP led the charge with a 10.00% increase, closing at 141.54. KTML followed closely, appreciating by 7.19% to reach 185.13. Other notable gainers included BNWM, which rose by 6.17%, and APL, climbing by 6.07%.

Conversely, YOUW experienced a decline of 3.75%, closing at 3.85, while KEL and PIBTL also posted losses of 3.62% and 3.56%, respectively.

The PSX market capitalization increased by 0.53%, reaching Rs 14,503.48 billion, equivalent to US$ 51.43 billion. The session's total turnover stood at 580.32 million shares, with a transaction value of Rs 22.74 billion.

Despite the positive movements in the PSX, regional markets showed varied performances. China's market index, SSEA, fell by 0.5%, while Korea's KOSPI dropped by 0.8%. On a more positive note, Indonesia's JKSE remained flat, and India's BSESN recorded a slight decrease of 0.2%.

The stock exchange's year-to-date gains for the fiscal year 2025 reflect a 52.58% increase for the KSE100 index, with the KSE30 index up by 44.19%. These figures suggest a robust recovery trajectory for the PSX, outpacing several regional counterparts.

The data, as reported by JS Global, underscores the PSX's resilience amid fluctuating global market conditions, offering a glimmer of optimism for investors navigating the current economic landscape.