Stock market in Pakistan hits a new peak close to 150,000 points due to heavy institutional investment
Pakistan's Stock Market Hits Record High, Achieving a Milestone of 150,000 Points
Pakistan's stock market reached a new record high on Tuesday, with the KSE-100 Index ending the session at 150,000 points. This significant milestone marks a period of stabilization in the country's economy, following a series of positive developments over the past year.
The surge in the stock market can be attributed to improved investor confidence and macroeconomic stability. Key factors contributing to this surge include strong institutional inflows, particularly in the banking and cement sectors, and the collective contribution of index heavyweights such as Bank AL Habib Ltd., United Bank Ltd., Lucky Cement Ltd., Meezan Bank Ltd., and Engro Corporation Ltd., which collectively added 1,306 points to the rally.
WorldCall Telecom Limited led the volume chart, with 52 million shares changing hands during the session. The number of companies with billion-dollar valuations has risen to 16, the highest since 2018. This growth is a testament to the robust market participation, with 806 million shares traded and a total traded value of PKR 48.3 billion.
The milestone comes after Pakistan secured a $7 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout in September 2024, which helped to stabilize the rupee and ease inflation. Inflation, which peaked at 38 percent in 2023, has since dropped to 4.1 percent in July 2025.
Khurram Schehzad, adviser to the finance minister, hailed the index's milestone and praised the efforts of the government and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) in fostering a conducive environment for investment.
Cement sales are also gaining momentum in August 2025, according to Topline Securities, further indicating the strength of the market. The majority of shares during the period from November 2024 to August 2025 were traded on the Deutsche Börse in Frankfurt, including the XETRA platform and other German trading venues.
The third 50,000 points were reached in just 10 months, from November 2024 to August 2025. More than 73,000 new investors joined the market in the last year, bringing the total to over one million. This growth in market participation is a positive sign for the future of Pakistan's stock market.
As the KSE-100 Index continues to rise, it is clear that Pakistan's economy is on the path to recovery and growth. With continued efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability and attract foreign investment, the future looks bright for Pakistan's stock market.
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