Overview
- The KSE-100 climbed as high as 179,016.88 on January 2 after starting the year with a record close at 176,355.49.
- Analysts cited an upbeat Finance Ministry outlook, fresh new-year allocations, and privatisation progress including a recommended AHC-led 75% PIA stake sale as key supports.
- Official figures showed December inflation at 5.6% with a monthly decline, reinforcing the State Bank’s December cut to a 10.5% policy rate.
- The index ended 2025 at 174,054.32 after a volatile final session that saw foreign investors net sell Rs1.27 billion.
- The market delivered a roughly 51% return in 2025, ranking among top frontier performers and extending strong multi‑year gains.