KSE-100 climbs 1.1% to 170,866 as tech, power and oil stocks lead gains
The KSE-100 index is up 1,822.58 points, or 1.08%, to 170,865.77 in early trade, extending a three‑day rally. Broad sector participation, especially in technology, power generation and oil marketing, underpins the move.
KSE-100
170,865.77
Session move
+1.08%
What matters
- KSE-100 is up 1,822.58 points (1.08%) to 170,865.77 in pre‑market trade.
- Technology & Communication leads breadth with 20 up and 1 down, while Power Generation & Distribution shows 14 up and 1 down.
- LSEFSL, JATM, BML, FPJM and CLVL each surged about 10%, whereas PIM dropped 9.99%.
- MDTL posted the highest turnover, rising 8.68% on 36,516,462 shares traded.
- Upcoming corporate actions include INDU’s 470% dividend and BPL’s 20% bonus, with several AGMs and EOGMs scheduled this week.
KSE-100 opened at 170,865.77, gaining 1,822.58 points (1.08%) from the previous close of 169,043. The index has risen for three consecutive sessions, following a recent range between 167,971 and 170,512.
The day’s top gainers were LSEFSL (+10.51%), JATM (+10.01%), BML (+10.00%), FPJM (+10.00%) and CLVL (+10.00%). On the downside, PIM fell 9.99%, while FIMM and JKSM slipped 6.39% and 5.90% respectively.
Sector breadth was robust: Technology & Communication posted 20 up vs 1 down, Power Generation & Distribution 14 up vs 1 down, and Oil & Gas Marketing Companies 10 up, all on solid turnover. The most active share was MDTL, up 8.68% on a volume of 36,516,462, followed by WTLNC and CNERGY.
Investors should note several corporate actions this week, notably INDU’s 470% dividend and BPL’s 20% bonus issue, as well as upcoming AGMs for ACPL, FATIMA and others. Market commentary highlights regulatory concerns and renewed optimism from recent economic reforms.
Overall, the breadth across multiple sectors and strong volume in key stocks suggest continued momentum, though the market remains sensitive to regulatory developments and geopolitical headlines.
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