The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) started the final trading session of the week on a firm footing, with the benchmark index surging past the 168,000-point mark in early trade on Friday.
Index Adds More Than 600 Points at Open
At the opening bell, the market gained more than 600 points, lifting the index to 168,134 points. The rally extended the momentum from the previous session, when the benchmark index had settled at 167,441 points.
The early-session advance reflects renewed buying interest as investors positioned themselves ahead of the weekend break, with the index recovering ground lost in the prior close.
Key Takeaways From the Session
- The benchmark index rose to 168,134 points shortly after trading began.
- The gain of over 600 points pushed the market back above the 168,000-point threshold.
- The previous session closed at 167,441 points.
- Friday marks the last trading day of the week for the exchange.
Market participants will be watching whether the index can hold onto its gains through the closing bell, as the session’s final hours often determine the weekly performance trajectory.
