<ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:medium;">The KSE-100 Index surged 1.2% (1,705 points) to close at a
record 148,395, driven by strong corporate earnings, improved macroeconomic
indicators, and expectations of favorable inflation data. Investor sentiment
was further lifted by enhanced liquidity, rising remittances, and optimism over
circular debt reforms. The financial sectorbenefitedfroma12.5%YoY rise in bank
deposits. Looking ahead, the market is expected to remain buoyant amid ongoing
earnings season and clarity on fiscal measures, including potential phasing out
of the super tax.</span></li></ul>
