(Web Desk) – The Pakistan Stock Exchange staged a strong recovery on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging by more than 2,500 points during intraday trading.
Market data showed the index climbing to around 158,604 points, signaling renewed investor confidence after the previous session ended with a sharp decline of 1,354 points, closing at 155,777.
Analysts said the rebound reflects improved risk sentiment in regional markets despite continued geopolitical uncertainty linked to tensions in the Middle East. Investors returned to equities after earlier volatility triggered by escalating conflict that disrupted global markets and energy supplies.
Across Asia, stocks also rebounded. KOSPI in South Korea recovered earlier losses following a positive session on Wall Street.
Meanwhile, global financial markets showed mixed signals. The US Dollar strengthened while oil and gold prices moved higher as investors continued to monitor developments in global energy markets and geopolitical tensions.
In Beijing, policymakers outlined new economic and development targets, which helped lift Chinese shares. At the same time, the United States Senate backed President Donald Trump’s military campaign against Iran, signaling that geopolitical tensions may continue to influence global markets.
Market experts say volatility could persist in the short term as investors closely watch developments in the Middle East and their potential impact on energy prices and global financial stability.
