Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a substantial decline with the KSE30 and KSE100 indices both showing significant downturns. The KSE100 index fell by 6,600.04 points, representing a 3.95% decrease, while the KSE30 index dropped by 2,125.25 points, a decline of 4.20%, reflecting a broader negative trend in the market.
According to JS Global, the market capitalization of the Pakistan Stock Exchange decreased by 3.63%, totaling Rs 17,802.49 billion. The decline follows year-to-date changes of -9.59% in CY26 and 27.02% in FY26. The KSE100 index also recorded a year-to-date decrease of 7.73%. Market capital in US dollars stood at $63.81 billion.
Among individual stocks, SRVI, HGFA, and PGLC emerged as gainers, while YOUW, KOSM, and NCPL faced losses. The total volume of shares traded reached 743.23 million, with a total value of Rs 34.29 billion, or $122.89 million. Regional markets in Asia also showed mixed results, with indices in China and Taiwan experiencing slight gains, while India and Korea saw declines.