Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange observed a minor downturn on its key indices, KSE-30 and KSE-100, marking a decline of 0.12% and 0.21% respectively. The KSE-30 index closed at 36,912.96, while the KSE-100 settled at 121,971.04, with a day-on-day points change of 43.14 and 254.32.

Despite the downward trend, several stocks emerged as top gainers. Bank of Punjab (BNWM) recorded a price increase of 10.01%, closing at 57.71. Pak Oman Microfinance Bank (POML) and First Habib Modaraba (FHAM) also showed gains, rising by 6.67% and 3.55% respectively.

Conversely, some stocks experienced significant declines. Packages Limited (PKGP) fell by 10.00% to 237.39, while You We (YOUW) and Bank Islami Pakistan Limited (BIPL) also saw drops of 5.42% and 4.48% respectively.

The total market capitalization of the PSX decreased slightly by 0.14%, standing at Rs 14,780.67 billion, equivalent to $52.15 billion. The turnover for the day involved 1,152.01 million shares, with a total traded value of Rs 27.98 billion or approximately $98.74 million.

In regional markets, stock indices showed mixed results. Korea's KOSPI index rose by 0.1%, while India's BSESN declined by 0.3%. The Malaysian KLSE index saw a drop of 0.5%, reflecting a broader trend of varied economic sentiments across Asia.

Despite the slight decline in Pakistan's stock market, the overall year-to-date figures remain positive, with KSE-30 and KSE-100 indices showing gains of 2.02% and 5.94% respectively for the calendar year 2025.