KARACHI, — September 21, 2026 — Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index gained 268.58 points, or 0.16%, on Monday to close at 171,153.16, as easing international oil prices and improved expectations for regional energy flows supported investor sentiment. (Mettis Global)
The index remained volatile during the session, reaching an intraday high of 171,732.62 before falling to a low of 170,902.75. It later recovered to finish the day in positive territory. (Business Recorder) (Business Recorder)
Buying interest was supported by a decline in global oil prices as markets monitored the recovery of Saudi oil shipments following recent attacks and disruptions in the region. The easing in oil prices reduced some concerns about prolonged pressure on regional energy supplies. (Mettis Global) (Mettis Global)
Several sectors contributed to the advance. Cement stocks added 121.67 points, fertilizer companies contributed 93.01 points, while refineries, oil and gas exploration companies, and oil marketing companies also supported the index. (Mettis Global) (Mettis Global)
Among individual companies, Lucky Cement, Attock Refinery, Fauji Fertilizer Company, Mari Petroleum and Engro Fertilizers were among the leading contributors to the KSE-100's gain. On the other side, Pakistan Services, Meezan Bank, Systems Limited, United Bank and Oil and Gas Development Company weighed on the index. (Mettis Global) (Mettis Global)
The broader All-Share Index also rose 179.81 points, or 0.17%, to 103,477.03. Total market volume reached about 692.86 million shares, while traded value stood at roughly Rs20.10 billion. (Mettis Global) (Mettis Global)
The market's movement came as Brent crude traded around $100 per barrel and U.S. crude around $95, both lower on the day. International markets were also responding to expectations of improving oil supply and diplomatic developments surrounding the wider regional conflict. (Reuters) (reuters.com)
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