KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed higher on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as investors kept a close watch on developments surrounding Iran-US tensions.
The benchmark KSE-100 Index gained 404 points to close at 177,370, returning to positive territory after ending the previous session lower.
During Tuesday’s trading session, the KSE-100 moved within a range of 1,198 points, reflecting fluctuations in investor sentiment throughout the day.
Trading activity remained active, with 640 million shares changing hands during the session. The total value of shares traded stood at Rs31 billion.
Market capitalisation increased by Rs21 billion to Rs19,892 billion by the close of trading.
The positive close came a day after the PSX ended lower on August 24, when the KSE-100 Index slipped 199 points to 176,996. The market had initially gained around 700 points on Monday before losing momentum as investors remained cautious amid developments surrounding the Iran-US conflict.
Trading activity was also higher on Monday, with around 930 million shares changing hands during the session.
Tuesday’s 404-point gain therefore marked a recovery from the previous session, although investor attention remained focused on the Iran-US situation and its potential impact on market sentiment.
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