Pakistan Stocks Hit Record High as KSE-100 Exceeds 69,000 Mark!

• Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) sees a bullish trend on the opening day of the week, setting new records.
• KSE-100 index crosses 69,000 points for the first time in history during intraday trading on Monday.
• Index gains 597.80 points by 11:39 am, reaching 69,014.58, with hopes of further gains by market close.

The trading floor at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a bullish trend on the opening day of the new business week, setting new records in the stock market.

During intraday trading on Monday, the KSE-100 index achieved a significant milestone by crossing the 69,000 points mark for the first time in history. By 11:39 am, the index had surged by 597.80 points, reaching an impressive 69,014.58. Investors are optimistic about further gains as the market approaches closing time.

This remarkable development reflects positive sentiments in the national economy, indicating signs of recovery. Investors are also anticipating a potential cut in the interest rate by the State Bank of Pakistan, further boosting confidence in the stock market.

The bullish trend is not only fueled by domestic factors but also by recent international events. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently hosted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at an iftar dinner in Makkah. This meeting has raised hopes of significant foreign investment, particularly a potential $1 billion investment in the Reko Diq project by the Kingdom.

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The convergence of these positive factors has created an atmosphere of optimism and excitement among investors in the Pakistan Stock Exchange, setting the stage for potential growth and prosperity in the market.