KSE-100 Index Surges Over 1,270 Points Amid Renewed Investor Confidence

KARACHI:After a volatile trading session on Tuesday, the **Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)** rebounded strongly on **Wednesday**, with the **KSE-100 Index** surging by **1,271.44 points** in early trading, crossing the **137,000 mark**.

As of **10:00 AM**, the benchmark index was trading at **137,211.31 points**, reflecting a **0.94% gain**.

The rally was largely driven by **heavy buying in the energy sector**, particularly in **oil and gas exploration**, **oil marketing**, **refineries**, and **power generation** companies. Major stocks including **Attock Refinery (ARL)**, **Mari Petroleum (MARI)**, **Hub Power Company (HUBCO)**, **Pakistan Oilfields (POL)**, **Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGPL)**, **Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC)**, and **Hascol Petroleum (WAFAQI)** were all trading in the green.

On **Tuesday**, the market experienced a sharp decline amid profit-taking, with the KSE-100 Index falling by **562.67 points (0.41%)** to close at **135,940**. The downturn was attributed to investor caution and selling pressure following a period of strong gains.

Wednesday’s recovery has **restored investor confidence**, with analysts attributing the surge to **positive performance in key sectors** and **upbeat financial results** from major companies. The renewed momentum signals market optimism and potential for sustained upward movement, especially if sectoral support continues.

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