The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) crashes in the first minute of trade after reports of an Indian attack. The KSE-100 index drops by 6,560 points, falling to 107,007 points. This marks a 5.78% loss compared to the previous close.
At 9:35 AM, the index still trades lower. It stands at 108,552 points, down 4.42% or 5,016 points. Investors respond with panic, triggering heavy selling across the board.
| SCRIP | PRICE | HIGH | LOW | CHANGE | VOLUME |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WTL | 1.23 | 1.23 | 1.13 | -0.1 | 3,753,330 |
| BOP | 9.1 | 9.3 | 8.91 | -0.69 | 2,377,091 |
| SSGC | 33.5 | 33.51 | 33.0 | -2.58 | 2,055,412 |
| KEL | 4.15 | 4.16 | 4.05 | -0.23 | 1,521,405 |
| PRL | 26.85 | 27.5 | 26.85 | -2.67 | 1,337,291 |
| FFL | 13.5 | 13.5 | 13.21 | -1.13 | 1,166,865 |
| CNERGY | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.41 | -0.39 | 1,002,428 |
So far, the market sees 32.39 million shares traded. The total value reaches Rs. 1.442 billion. The sharp fall shakes investor confidence and adds pressure to an already fragile economic outlook.
A total of 298 companies trade their shares. Out of these, only 12 record gains, while 277 post losses. The prices of 9 companies remain unchanged. This steep drop makes it one of the worst intraday crashes in recent PSX history.
Traders and analysts link the fall to rising geopolitical tensions. The market reacts fast to news of the strike, fearing further instability in the region.
The PSX may face more volatility in the coming days if the situation continues. Investors watch closely for updates and official responses from both sides. Experts recommend caution until the political climate settles.
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