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KSE-100 Ends Slightly Lower at 180,105 as Investors Book Profits
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PSX Investor Base Tops 600,000 for First Time as Retail Participation Surges
KARACHI, Aug. 6, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has crossed 600,000 investors for the first time, highlighting growing public participation in Pakistan’s capital market. According to the latest data, the total number of investors reached 607,025 in July 2026. The exchange added 23,973 new investor accounts during the month, …
Read More »JS Research: KSE-100 Falls 2.3% in July as Geopolitical Risks Weigh on Market
JS Research: KSE-100 Falls 2.3% in July as Geopolitical Risks Weigh on Market
Read More »Topline: KSE-100 Falls 2.3% in July as Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Sentiment
KARACHI, Aug 1,2026: The benchmark KSE-100 Index fell 2.3% month-on-month (MoM) in July as rising geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran pushed global oil prices higher and weakened investor sentiment. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s inflation eased slightly. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) stood at 11.07% in June 2026, compared with …
Read More »IFMP Board Approves Islamabad Relocation to Expand Financial Literacy Drive
ISLAMABAD, July 31: The Board of Directors of the Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan (IFMP) has approved the relocation of the institute’s head office to Islamabad as part of a broader strategy to strengthen financial market education, professional training, and capacity building nationwide. However, IFMP will retain a regional …
Read More »Engro Fertilizers Profit Falls 32% in Q2, Beats Market Expectations
KARACHI, July 30, 2026: Engro Fertilizers Limited (EFERT) reported a 32% year-on-year decline in consolidated profit for the second quarter of 2026, although earnings exceeded market expectations due to a one-off gain related to the Sindh Infrastructure Development Cess (SIDC). The company posted a quarterly profit of Rs3.8 billion, translating …
Read More »Chinese Investors Express Confidence in SECP Reforms, Pakistan’s Capital Markets
ISLAMABAD, June 24,2026 : Chinese strategic investors in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) have expressed strong confidence in Pakistan’s capital markets and welcomed the reforms introduced by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) under the leadership of Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu. In a letter sent after a …
Read More »SECP Approves Second SPAC IPO, Marks 14 Listings in FY25–26
ISLAMABAD, June 23: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) approved the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of LSE SPAC-II. This becomes the second Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) set for listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Moreover, it marks the 14th IPO approval in FY 2025–26, reflecting stronger …
Read More »PSX Raises Rs76.3bn for Finance Ministry in 6th GoP Hybrid Sukuk Auction
Karachi, 21 May: Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) raised Rs76.286 billion for the Ministry of Finance through the 6th Auction of Government of Pakistan Hybrid Sukuk (GHS) held on May 20, 2026. This reflects strong investor demand for Shariah-compliant government securities. Moreover, Meezan Bank served as Joint Financial Advisor. It …
Read More »Wahdat Poultry Farm Limited Debuts on PSX Main Board After Successful Rs956 Million IPO
KARACHI, May 9, 2026: Wahdat Poultry Farm Limited was formally listed on the Main Board of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Friday, following a successful initial public offering (IPO) that raised Rs956 million and attracted strong participation from both institutional and retail investors. To commemorate the listing, PSX hosted …
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