The KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained over 2,161 points, recovering from a previous decline. This recovery was fueled by the State Bank of Pakistan confirming the receipt of $1 billion from Saudi Arabia as part of a larger $3 billion deposit. The index initially surged by as much as 3,100 points before settling slightly lower, reflecting a volatile trading environment. The market's performance is closely tied to geopolitical developments, particularly the anticipated US-Iran talks in Islamabad, which could influence investor sentiment significantly.
BUSINESSPublished 17 Apr 2026 • Published 4 days ago • Updated 4h ago
KSE-100 Index Recovery in Pakistan Amid US-Iran Talks
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On April 21, the KSE-100 Index surged over 2,000 points during intraday trade, buoyed by a $1 billion fund injection from Saudi Arabia and optimism surrounding potential US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad. Despite recent volatility, investor sentiment remains cautiously optimistic amid geopolitical developments.
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