The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its downward trend on Friday as investors faced another session of selling pressure.
According to the latest market data, the benchmark KSE-100 Index fell 714.26 points from the previous close of 163,924.31 points to 163,210.05 points, reflecting a decline of 0.44%.
During the session, the index touched an intraday high of 163,966.86 points before losing ground and reaching 163,210.05 points.
Trading volume stood at 15,732,608 shares while the market remained open, indicating continued trading activity amid the bearish trend.
Selling Pressure Continues After Thursday’s Sharp Decline
The latest downturn follows a difficult session on Thursday, when the benchmark index came under substantial selling pressure and dropped below the 164,000-point mark.
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Although the market initially moved higher during Thursday’s trading session, the trend reversed as selling intensified across the trading floor.
The downward momentum continued until the close, with the KSE-100 Index settling at 163,924.31 points, down approximately 2,006 points.
The consecutive declines have kept the benchmark index under pressure as trading continues at the PSX.
