• The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened positively, setting a new record amid investor confidence.
• The KSE-100 index surged by 731.15 points, reaching an all-time high of 74,530.26 points.
• Talks with the IMF about a new bailout package and climate financing have begun.

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the second day of the running business week on a positive note, setting another record as investors appear confident amid decreasing inflation and talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new bailout package.

In the early trading session until 10:39 am, the KSE-100 index gained 731.15 points to reach 74,530.26 points for the first time in history. This surge follows a previous close at 73,799.11 points after briefly surpassing the 74,000 level.

As Islamabad eyes a larger and longer bailout package to stabilize and revive its economy, Pakistan and the IMF commenced talks on Monday, not only regarding the Extended Fund Facility but also climate financing.

On another front, both parties have agreed on important targets set for the upcoming budget, including the timely repayment of external debt. The IMF, represented by a team led by Nathan Porter, the IMF’s Mission Chief to Pakistan, anticipates the discussions to span two weeks.

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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and other economic team members briefed the IMF mission on the current state of affairs, including previous terms and meeting conditions set by the lender previously.

This development showcases a growing optimism in Pakistan’s economic landscape, driven by strategic discussions with international financial institutions and positive indicators such as decreasing inflation, fueling investor confidence in the stock market.