The index closed at 133,370.15 with 1.08 percent rise from the previous close of 131,949.07. This rise has reignited investor confidence and triggered curiosity about the factors driving this growth, according to data available at the PSX website.
The trading volume skyrocketed to 919,907,440 shares, compared to 733,079,943 shares on the previous trading day. Equally impressive was the rise in share value, reaching Rs 45,311,000,000 against Rs 34,924,000,000 previously — a massive jump that hints at strong market momentum.
Out of 479 companies that traded during the session, 299 closed with gains, 155 suffered losses, and 25 remained unchanged — showing a dominant green wave across the market board.
Top three trading volumes included:
Image Pakistan: 48,084,641 shares at Rs 36.32
Bank of Punjab: 42,510,708 shares at Rs 11.87
WorldCall Telecom: 36,920,603 shares at Rs 1.55
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In terms of share price gains, Hoechst Pakistan Limited led the pack, soaring by Rs 158.11 to close at Rs 3,526.13. Lucky Core Industries followed with a Rs 158.05 increase, settling at Rs 1,738.51.
However, the market wasn’t without its losers. PIA Holding Company LimitedB suffered the steepest fall of Rs 1,882.55 per share, ending at Rs 21,787.59, while Unilever Pakistan Foods dropped by Rs 247.84, closing at Rs 23,399.15.
Adding to the day’s tech buzz, PTCL Group and Huawei announced the deployment of futuristic 5G-ready connectivity solutions at a luxury residential complex in Islamabad — a step that could redefine smart living in the capital.
Monday’s trading session reflected strong investor sentiment, buoyed by optimism in corporate earnings, tech partnerships, and stabilizing economic indicators. The notable rise in both trade volume and value suggests institutional confidence is strengthening. Meanwhile, the collaboration between PTCL and Huawei hints at a tech-forward economic future, further fueling market enthusiasm. However, sharp losses in heavyweight companies like PIA Holding and Unilever Pakistan indicate that the ride is not without bumps — investors must remain cautious of sector-specific corrections.
