On March 6, 2026, the KSE-100 Index closed at 157,496.10, down 3,714.58 points or 2.30%, reflecting a significant loss in investor confidence as geopolitical uncertainties intensified. The decline followed a brief recovery on March 5, when the index had surged by 5,433 points, reclaiming the 160,000 level. Analysts attributed the recent downturn to profit-taking by investors and fears of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East, particularly the US-Iran tensions, which have dampened risk appetite across regional markets. Heavyweights such as UBL, Engro Holdings, and Fauji Fertiliser collectively contributed to the index's decline, erasing over 2,100 points from the benchmark. The market's performance has been characterized by a 6.21% weekly decline, marking the sixth consecutive week of losses, with a total drop of 10,280 points (-6%) during this period, according to Arif Habib Limited (AHL).
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KSE-100 Index Plummets 3,714 Points Amid US-Iran Tensions
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a dramatic decline, with the KSE-100 Index plummeting by 3,715 points on March 6, 2026, amid escalating geopolitical tensions related to the US-Iran conflict. This marked a continuation of volatility following a historic drop of over 16,000 points just days earlier.
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