Last updated: 2026-10-19 21:41:35
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is the country’s premier equity market, formed by the merger of the Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad stock exchanges, and its benchmark KSE-100 index is the most widely followed gauge of investor sentiment in Pakistan. On this page you can follow the PSX live, with the latest index level and market movement updated through the trading day. The market typically trades Monday to Friday, and the KSE-100 responds to a mix of local and global cues: interest-rate decisions by the State Bank of Pakistan, IMF programme developments, corporate earnings, political stability and trends in regional and international markets. Banking, energy, fertiliser and cement stocks carry heavy weightings, so news affecting these sectors often moves the whole index. For new investors, the PSX offers a route to own a share of Pakistan’s leading companies, but equities carry risk and prices can swing sharply on a single headline. Always research before investing, consider your risk tolerance, and remember that the live figures above are indicative. Whether you are a seasoned trader watching intraday momentum or a saver checking long-term trends, this page keeps the pulse of Pakistan’s capital market at your fingertips.