PSX shocks markets as KSE-100 index surges to 162,000 for the first time ever
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KARACHI (Web Desk): The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) made history on the last trading day of the week as the market crossed 160,000, 161,000, and 162,000 points in a single session, boosting investor confidence to new heights.

On Friday, the KSE-100 Index witnessed an extraordinary surge of 2,873 points, reaching an all-time high of 162,154 points. This sharp rise has been marked as a new record in the history of the stock market and is being seen as a major positive development for the country’s economy.

Just a day earlier, the market had touched another milestone by crossing 159,000 points for the first time. Experts say this consistent upward momentum shows renewed investor confidence and signals growing optimism about Pakistan’s economic outlook.

According to economists, the rally has been fueled by government policies, improving business conditions, and hopes of further economic stability. Business circles also note that the extraordinary surge has not only restored local investor trust but also attracted international attention towards Pakistan’s stock market performance.

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If the current trend continues, analysts believe the market may soon break more records, strengthening Pakistan’s economic stability and enhancing its image in global financial circles.