KSE-100 Index hits record high as PSX rally continues

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) created a new history on Monday as the KSE-100 Index surged to unprecedented levels, reflecting strong investor confidence and aggressive buying, ARY News reported.

For the first time ever, the KSE-100 Index crossed the key psychological barrier of 185,000 points during intraday trading. Despite visible volatility, the market simultaneously breached three major psychological levels, highlighting the strength of the ongoing rally at the PSX.

At the close of business, the KSE-100 Index gained 2,653 points, registering an increase of 1.45 percent to settle at 185,062 points. During the session, the KSE-100 Index touched an all-time intra-day high of 185,481 points, a milestone never achieved before in the history of the PSX.

Trading activity remained robust throughout the day. Shares worth Rs67 billion were exchanged, with a total volume of 590 million shares traded at the Pakistan Stock Exchange. Shares of 563 companies changed hands during the session.

Market breadth remained positive as 238 companies closed higher, while 218 companies saw a decline in their share prices.

According to market experts, the rally in the KSE-100 Index was fueled by strong institutional buying, increased participation from local investors, and renewed confidence following the start of the new year. Analysts added that fresh fund inflows and heavy investments made equities more attractive, keeping momentum firmly in favor of bulls at the PSX.

Experts believe that if positive economic indicators and investor sentiment persist, the KSE-100 Index may continue to test new highs in the coming sessions.

KSE-100 Index Crosses 181,000 Points

On January 5, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved another historic milestone on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index posted a strong rally, crossing the 181,000-point mark.

As per details, the PSX’s 100-Index gained 1,972 points during intraday trading and crossed the 181,000 mark for the first time in history. During trading, the benchmark surged by as much as 2,057 points.

At the time of reporting, the KSE-100 Index was trading at 181,018 points, reflecting strong investor confidence and sustained buying momentum in the market.

On Thursday, the benchmark Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed bullish after gaining 2,301.17 points.