Pakistan’s equity market began the week on a strong note as the KSE-100 Index closed Monday’s trading session at 170,741.34 points, posting a gain of 876.82 points (0.52%). The benchmark index remained firmly in positive territory throughout the day, reflecting sustained investor confidence and broad-based sectoral participation.
During the session, the index touched an intraday high of 171,001.71 points, while the day’s low was recorded at 170,292.95 points, highlighting steady buying interest despite minor intraday fluctuations.
Market Activity and Breadth Remain Strong
Trading volumes remained healthy, with the KSE-100 Index recording a total volume of 410.45 million shares. Market breadth was slightly positive, as 53 index companies closed higher, 46 ended lower, while one stock remained unchanged.
The overall tone of the market suggested selective accumulation, particularly in energy, technology, cement, and banking stocks.
Top Gainers and Losers on the KSE-100
Leading Gainers
The best-performing stocks of the day included:
- PIBTL (+9.98%)
- Maple Leaf Cement (MLCF) (+5.71%)
- TGL (+4.99%)
- Nishat Mills (NML) (+4.49%)
- Service Industries (SRVI) (+4.36%)
These stocks attracted strong volumes, driven by sector-specific optimism and improved earnings expectations.
Top Losers
On the downside, selling pressure was seen in:
- SSGC (-3.70%)
- MEHT (-2.29%)
- LOTTE Chemical (-2.15%)
- ATLH (-1.99%)
- TPL REIT Fund I (-1.83%)
Stocks Driving the Index Higher
In terms of index-point contribution, Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) led the rally, adding 198.55 points, followed by:
- Systems Limited (SYS) (+180.48 points)
- Maple Leaf Cement (MLCF) (+113.03 points)
- National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) (+80.39 points)
- United Bank Limited (UBL) (+78.81 points)
Meanwhile, Hub Power Company (HUBC) and fertilizer sector stocks slightly offset gains, exerting downward pressure on the index.
Sector-Wise Performance: Energy and Technology Lead
Sectoral performance remained mixed but largely supportive of the upward move.
Top Supporting Sectors
- Oil & Gas Exploration Companies (+286 points)
- Technology & Communication (+201 points)
- Cement (+178 points)
- Commercial Banks (+134 points)
- Leather & Tanneries (+54 points)
Sectors Under Pressure
- Fertilizer (-71 points)
- Power Generation & Distribution (-55 points)
- Automobile Assemblers (-33 points)
- Investment & Securities Companies (-17 points)
- Chemical Sector (-9 points)
Broader Market Snapshot
The broader market also mirrored the positive momentum. The All-Share Index closed at 103,176.20 points, gaining 451.08 points (0.44%).
- Total market volume: 905.68 million shares
- Traded value: Rs 47.72 billion, up by Rs 6.85 billion
- Total trades: 439,087 across 486 companies
- Advancers: 239
- Decliners: 202
- Unchanged: 45
Most Active Stocks by Volume
High trading activity was observed in:
- PIBTL, 123.27 million shares
- HUMNL, 39.67 million shares
- FCL, 36.33 million shares
- FNEL, 36.16 million shares
- CSIL, 30.12 million shares
Bigger Picture: KSE-100 Performance in FY and Calendar Year
The long-term performance of the market remains impressive:
- Fiscal Year-to-Date: Gain of 45,114 points (+35.91%)
- Calendar Year-to-Date: Gain of 55,614 points (+48.31%)
These gains underscore sustained momentum in Pakistan’s equity market, supported by macroeconomic stability expectations, improved liquidity conditions, and renewed investor participation.
With the KSE-100 Index holding above the 170,000 level, market sentiment remains constructive in the near term. Continued sector rotation, earnings announcements, and macroeconomic developments will be key drivers to watch in upcoming sessions.