Pakistan’s stock market kicked off the week on a powerful note, with the KSE-100 Index extending its bullish run on December 15, 2025, reflecting renewed investor confidence and improving macroeconomic signals.
By mid-session, the benchmark index was trading at 170,960.91 points, up 1,096.39 points, marking a 0.65% gain from the previous close. During intraday trading, the index touched a high of 171,000.37 points, highlighting strong buying interest across multiple sectors.
What’s Driving the Market Rally?
The current momentum at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is being powered by a convergence of positive developments:
IMF Loan Approval Boosts Investor Confidence
The International Monetary Fund’s approval of a major financial assistance package has significantly improved market sentiment. Investors view the move as a strong vote of confidence in Pakistan’s economic reform agenda and fiscal discipline.
Stable Foreign Reserves and External Support
Continued backing from traditional international partners, coupled with stable foreign exchange reserves, has helped ease concerns over balance-of-payments pressures.
the rally is not limited to a few heavyweight stocks but is supported by wider market confidence.
Top Performing Stocks Today
Among the leading gainers on the KSE-100 Index were:
• Maple Leaf Cement (MLCF): +4.99%
• International Steels (ISL): +4.79%
• Service Industries (SRVI): +4.46%
• Tariq Glass Industries (TGL): +4.25%
• Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGP): +3.26%
These stocks benefited from strong sector-specific demand and improving earnings expectations.
Stocks Under Pressure
Despite the overall positive tone, a few names traded in the red:
• KAPCO: -3.19%
• Lotte Chemical Pakistan: -2.45%
• Nishat Mills (NML): -1.21%
• Kohinoor Textile Mills (KTML): -1.12%
• Dawood Hercules Pakistan (DHPL): -0.75%
Analysts attribute the declines to profit-taking and stock-specific factors rather than broader market weakness.
Outlook: Can the Rally Continue?
With macroeconomic stability improving, IMF backing in place, rising remittances, and solid domestic demand, market participants remain cautiously optimistic about further upside in the KSE-100 Index. If these supportive factors persist, the market may continue testing new highs in the near term.