Pakistan Stock Exchange Surges Past 156,000 Points as Rupee Gains Against Dollar

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong rebound on the second trading day of the week, with the benchmark index recovering to the 156,000-point level, while the US dollar slightly declined in the interbank market.

### Index Jumps Over 4,000 Points

At the start of trading, the benchmark index surged by more than 4,000 points, reaching **156,106 points**, reflecting renewed investor confidence and aggressive buying activity.

In the previous session, the market had closed sharply lower, with the index plunging by more than 16,000 points to settle at **151,972 points**.

Market analysts attributed the rebound to improved sentiment and value buying after the previous day’s heavy losses.

### Dollar Edges Lower in Interbank Market

Meanwhile, the Pakistani rupee gained marginally against the US dollar in the interbank market. According to the Exchange Companies Association, the dollar fell by 1 paisa and was trading at **Rs279.45**.

Currency dealers noted that the slight appreciation reflects stable demand-supply dynamics in the interbank market.

Investors continue to monitor economic indicators and external developments that could influence both equity and currency markets in the coming days.