KMI-30 Surges Over 1,400 Points as Engro and Lucky Lead Strong Buying at PSX

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong bullish session on Tuesday as the KMI-30 Index posted impressive gains, reflecting renewed investor confidence and broad-based buying across key sectors. The Shariah-compliant benchmark climbed more than 1,400 points, supported by heavyweights in fertilizer, cement, and energy stocks, as market participants continued to build positions amid improving economic expectations.
The index opened the day at 257,530 points and quickly moved into positive territory. Early buying momentum pushed the market higher, with investors showing interest in fundamentally strong companies. During intraday trading, the benchmark touched a high of 258,499 points before witnessing minor profit-taking. Despite brief dips, the overall sentiment remained positive throughout the session.
The KMI-30 eventually closed at 257,930 points, up 1,431 points or 0.56 percent. Analysts said the rally signaled growing confidence among investors, particularly those seeking Shariah-compliant investments with stable earnings potential.
Trading volumes remained healthy, with index constituent activity recorded at 244 million shares. Market observers believe the steady turnover indicates sustained participation from institutional and retail investors alike, reinforcing the market’s upward trend.
Among the top performers, Engro Corporation led the charge with a massive 1,426-point contribution, emerging as the primary driver of the day’s gains. Lucky Cement followed with 364 points, while Fauji Fertilizer Company added more than 153 points. Hub Power and Cnergyico also supported the rally, reflecting strength in energy-related stocks.
However, not all sectors participated equally. Engro Fertilizers, Meezan Bank, Sazgar Engineering, OGDC, and Pakistan Petroleum Limited weighed on the index, trimming some of the gains. Analysts attributed these declines to routine profit-booking rather than any fundamental weakness.
Despite selective selling, the broader outlook remains encouraging. The KMI-30 has delivered an impressive fiscal year-to-date return of 39.51 percent, while calendar year gains stand at 3.78 percent. These figures highlight the continued resilience of Pakistan’s equity market despite external economic challenges.
Market strategists expect the positive momentum to continue in the near term, supported by strong corporate earnings and stable macroeconomic indicators. They advise investors to focus on long-term growth opportunities rather than reacting to short-term fluctuations.
Overall, Tuesday’s session reflected a healthy and confident market, with buyers maintaining control and pushing the Shariah-compliant index higher.