The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) soared to new heights on Monday, with the KSE-100 index hitting a historic 156,199 points intraday, before closing at 156,087 points, up 1,810 points (+1.17%). This marks the highest level ever reached by the market, reflecting strong investor optimism and robust liquidity.
According to Topline Securities, the surge was fueled by better-than-expected corporate earnings, heavy institutional buying, and renewed investor confidence. Key blue-chip stocks including ENGROH, HUBC, LUCK, MARI, and SNGP drove the rally, collectively adding 1,144 points to the index. ENGROH alone contributed a remarkable 405 points following a bullish research upgrade.
Market activity was also strong, with a trading volume of 1.123 billion shares and a total value of PKR 62.2 billion. K-Electric Limited (KEL) topped the volume chart with 93.7 million shares traded.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the development, calling it a reflection of investor trust in government policies. He also highlighted Pakistan’s success in signing multibillion-dollar agreements with Chinese companies, pointing to brighter prospects for the national economy.
Key Highlights PSX September 8, 2025
| Indicator | Performance |
| KSE-100 Closing Level | 156,087 pts |
| Intraday High | 156,199 pts |
| Daily Gain | +1,810 pts (+1.17%) |
| Total Volume | 1.123 bn shares |
| Traded Value | PKR 62.2 bn |
| Top Volume Leader | K-Electric (93.7m shares) |
| Major Contributors | ENGROH, HUBC, LUCK, MARI, SNGP |