Trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange ended on a negative note on March 13, 2026, as the KMI-30 index posted a decline of nearly 1,800 points amid selling pressure in several large-cap stocks.
The index closed at 220,139.18 points, compared with the opening level of 221,072.81 points, representing a drop of 1,787.82 points or 0.81 percent.
During the session, the market experienced fluctuations, reaching an intraday high of 222,715.68 points before declining to the lowest level of 218,295.13 points.
Market Activity
Trading activity remained steady with 52.42 million shares traded among index constituents. Investors appeared cautious while assessing economic indicators and corporate performance.
The FYTD gain of 19.07 percent shows that the market has performed well since the start of the fiscal year. However, the CYTD decline of 11.43 percent indicates that the market has faced pressure during the current calendar year.
Positive Contributors
The following companies played a positive role in supporting the index:
- MARI
- ATRL
- MLCF
- AIRLINK
- SYS
Among these, MARI recorded the highest contribution, helping offset part of the losses from other sectors.
Negative Contributors
The major draggers in the session were:
- ENGRO
- LUCK
- FFC
- HUBC
- MEBL
These companies collectively pushed the index lower, reflecting investor concerns and profit-taking activity.
Market Outlook
Analysts suggest that the Pakistan Stock Exchange may continue to show mixed performance in the coming sessions. Factors such as economic policies, corporate earnings, and global financial conditions will play a key role in determining the market’s direction.
Investors are advised to stay informed and adopt a balanced investment strategy.
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Open | 221,072.81 |
| High | 222,715.68 |
| Low | 218,295.13 |
| Close | 220,139.18 |
| Change (Points) | -1,787.82 |
| % Change | -0.81% |
| Index Volume | 52.42 Million |
| FYTD Performance | 19.07% |
| CYTD Performance | -11.43% |
