KARACHI – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reclaimed the 178,000-point threshold on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index posting early gains at the start of the third trading session of the business week.
The index rose by 100 points to reach 178,055 points, marking a continuation of the positive momentum that has characterized recent trading activity. The KSE-100 had closed at 177,955 points at the end of the previous session.
Market Snapshot
- KSE-100 Index: 178,055 points
- Session gain: 100 points
- Previous close: 177,955 points
- US dollar interbank rate: Rs277.61
Currency Market Holds Steady
In the interbank market, the US dollar displayed stability, trading at Rs277.61. The steady exchange rate provided additional support to investor confidence, as currency fluctuations often influence equity market sentiment in Pakistan.
The recovery above the 178,000 level reflects renewed buying interest across key sectors, with market participants closely monitoring corporate earnings and macroeconomic indicators for further direction.
