KARACHI, Thursday, August 13, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a volatile trading session on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index closing in negative territory after losing 206 points as selling pressure emerged during the day.
The KSE-100 Index opened on a positive note and gained more than 700 points during early trading, briefly reaching 181,016 points.
However, the initial momentum faded as investors moved toward profit-taking, reversing the market direction and pushing the benchmark index lower by the session’s close.
The KSE-100 Index ended the day at 180,104 points, compared with the previous session’s closing level of 180,311 points.
PSX Today, Wednesday August 12, 2026: KSE-100 Gains 464 Points to Close at 180,311
PSX Performance – August 13, 2026
| Market Indicator | August 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| KSE-100 Index Close | 180,104 points |
| Daily Change | -206 points |
| Intraday High | 181,016 points |
| Market Trend | Negative |
PSX Performance – August 12, 2026
The benchmark index had closed Wednesday’s session higher after recovering from previous losses.
The KSE-100 Index gained 464 points on Wednesday to close at 180,311 points following a mixed trading session.
The market moved within a range of nearly 1,000 points before finishing in positive territory, while overall market capitalisation increased during the session.
| Market Indicator | August 12, 2026 |
|---|---|
| KSE-100 Index Close | 180,311 points |
| Daily Change | +464 points |
| Market Trend | Positive |
Investors Monitor Market Direction
Market activity remained cautious as investors assessed economic indicators, corporate developments and broader market conditions.
Analysts said continued volatility reflects changing investor sentiment, with buying interest appearing at lower levels while profit-taking remains a key factor influencing daily movements.
The PSX will continue to be closely watched as investors look for fresh triggers that could determine the market’s next direction.
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