Summary Pakistan Stock Exchange falls sharply as KSE-100 Index drops 2,405 points amid Middle East tensions, with investors facing heavy losses and continued market uncertainty.
KARACHI (Dunya News) – The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a sharp downturn on Thursday as geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East continued to rattle investor confidence, triggering heavy losses across the board.
The bearish trend dominated trading from the outset of the session, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index dropping by more than 1,000 points early in the day to reach 170,476 points.
Selling pressure intensified throughout the trading session, leading to a steep decline by the close of business. The index ultimately shed 2,405 points, settling at 169,173 points, reflecting widespread caution among investors amid ongoing global uncertainty.
Market analysts attributed the decline to persistent concerns over geopolitical tensions, particularly developments linked to instability in the Middle East, which have impacted global financial markets and investor sentiment.
The trading volume remained significant despite the downturn. A total of 310,837,839 shares were exchanged during the day, with the overall value of transactions reaching Rs20.08 billion, indicating active participation even in a declining market.
Compared to the previous trading session, the losses deepened further. On Wednesday, the KSE-100 Index had already dropped by 1,576 points to close at 171,579 points, highlighting a continuing negative trajectory in the market.
Experts noted that uncertainty in global oil prices and broader economic risks are influencing investor behaviour, leading to cautious trading strategies and profit-taking.
The sustained decline has resulted in billions of rupees in losses for investors, raising concerns about short-term market stability. However, analysts suggest that the market’s direction in the coming days will largely depend on geopolitical developments and economic indicators.
