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Bullish Sentiment Drives PSX to All-Time High

PKR

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its record-breaking run on Friday as investors continued to fuel a sharp upward rally. The KSE-100 Index soared to 153,587 points at the opening, marking another milestone for the country’s financial markets.

The rally gained pace with an opening surge of over 900 points, reinforcing the bullish sentiment that has dominated Karachi’s stock market all week. On Thursday, the index had already smashed records, climbing past 153,000 on strong demand in key sectors.

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Investors appear increasingly confident about Pakistan’s economic outlook, as heavy buying across multiple industries boosted overall market activity. According to trading data, the index peaked at 153,117 points in intraday activity, with volumes reflecting strong participation from both institutions and retail investors.

By mid-morning, the index held steady at 152,974, still showing gains of over 770 points. The performance highlights how optimism has returned to the market, with analysts crediting stability in macroeconomic indicators, improved liquidity, and government reform measures as key drivers.

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