The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded sharply on Tuesday as the KSE-100 index climbed over 5,000 points to 157,106, recovering from a steep sell-off triggered by regional geopolitical tensions.
On Monday, the index had plunged 16,089 points, closing at 151,972, reflecting a 9.57 percent loss due to investor panic over escalating U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran and heightened uncertainty in global markets.
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Analysts said the rebound was driven by bargain hunting and renewed investor confidence as market participants evaluated the impact of geopolitical events on Pakistan’s corporate earnings and economic stability.
Meanwhile, oil prices continued to surge on fears of supply disruption from the Middle East, with Brent crude at $78.83 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate at $71.97 per barrel.
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The previous session saw Brent futures briefly climb to $82.37, the highest since January 2025, before trimming gains, while WTI hit a June 2025 high before settling with a 6.3 percent increase, reflecting persistent volatility.
Investors are closely monitoring regional developments and oil price movements, as energy costs and geopolitical risks remain key factors influencing trading trends and market sentiment in Pakistan and globally.