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Pakistan Stock Exchange hits 150,000—peak or more to come?
This week, the Pakistan Stock Exchange shattered a major psychological barrier
Aug 23, 2025
Aug 23, 2025
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This week, the Pakistan Stock Exchange shattered a major psychological barrier
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed the week on a positive note, driven primarily by strong performance in the banking sector
The bullish momentum at the Pakistan Stock Exchange showed no signs of slowing down this week
The surge followed a tweet from U.S. President Donald Trump announcing a strategic partnership with Pakistan to develop its oil reserves
Analysts warn Pakistan against premature cuts that could risk capital flight and currency pressure
By week's end, the benchmark index posted a 3.2% gain, closing at 138,597 points