Karachi: On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant downturn, with the benchmark PSX-100 Index falling by 881.55 points, or 0.74%, to close at 118,221.12. The index reached an intraday high of 119,290.94 and a low of 118,150.27, reflecting investor concerns over the delayed federal budget and ongoing negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) .
Trading volume was substantial, with approximately 350.58 million shares exchanged. Despite the high activity, market capitalization declined by Rs 4 billion, settling at Rs 14,385 billion.
Analysts attribute the market’s negative performance to uncertainties surrounding fiscal policies and IMF conditions, leading investors to adopt a cautious approach .
The PSX’s performance on this day underscores the market’s sensitivity to macroeconomic developments and the importance of timely policy decisions in maintaining investor confidence
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