PSX Surges Over 1,300 Points as Buying Continues
Pakistan’s KSE-100 Index gained more than 1,300 points in early trading on November 3 as investors continued buying across major sectors.
KSE-100 Extends Positive Momentum
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward movement on Tuesday, November 3, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index gained more than 1,300 points amid sustained buying activity.
The index opened at 167,869.45 points, rising 1,305.39 points, or 0.78%, from the previous close of 166,564.06 points.
Market Activity Remains Positive
Buying interest continued during the session, pushing the index to an intraday high of 168,469.78 points. At 1:19pm, the KSE-100 was trading at 167,947.06 points, up 1,383 points, or 0.83%.
The index recorded an intraday low of 167,308.65 points.
Regional Developments in Focus
The gains came despite renewed uncertainty in the Middle East. Reports of a US strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island pushed international oil prices higher and raised concerns about possible disruption to regional energy supplies.
However, investors continued buying shares across key sectors, supporting the local market during the trading session.
Note: The figures reflect intraday trading reported at 1:19pm on November 3, 2026, and are not the final closing results.
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