Strong buying momentum lifted the Pakistan Stock Exchange to a historic high on Thursday, as investors returned aggressively and pushed the benchmark index sharply upward. The rally reflected renewed confidence, with broad-based participation driving prices higher throughout the trading session.
As a result, the KSE-100 index surged by 1,879.12 points, marking a 1.09 percent increase and closing at an all-time high of 172,192.97 points. This powerful jump highlighted sustained buying interest, especially after recent volatility unsettled market sentiment.
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Moreover, investors showed strong appetite for key sectors including cement, commercial banks, oil and gas exploration, oil marketing companies, power generation, and refineries. Heavyweight stocks such as ARL, HUBCO, PSO, SNGPL, SSGC, MARI, MEBL, and NBP traded firmly in positive territory.
Meanwhile, positive economic signals further supported investor confidence, as Pakistan posted a current account surplus of $100 million in November 2025. Data released by the State Bank confirmed improving external indicators, strengthening expectations of short-term economic stability.
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In addition, market sentiment improved after cargo transporters called off their wheel-jam strike following successful talks with the government. Authorities agreed to address key demands, including extending daily road usage hours for 20-feet, 10-wheel cargo vehicles.
Notably, the rally followed a volatile session a day earlier, when selective profit-taking pulled the index down slightly after touching a historic intraday peak. On Wednesday, the index closed at 170,313.86 points, down 133.44 points, setting the stage for Thursday’s strong rebound.