<ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:medium;">The PSX extended its bullish run, with the benchmark KSE-100
Index gaining over 1,800 points intraday to touch a historic high of 152,805
level, before closing at 152,202, up 1,226 points. The rally was fueled by
improved economic indicators, easing CPI inflation, and optimism surrounding
the SCO Summit 2025 in China. Strong corporate earnings further lifted
sentiment, with HUBC leading the charge, contributing 500 points on the back of
stronger-than-expected results despite plant shutdown. Cement stocks outperformed
on robust dispatches and profitability, while banks remained resilient amid
lower interest rates. Market participation remained healthy, with volumes
clocking in at 338mn shares for the KSE-100 and 1.04bn shares for the All-Share
Index....
