Published on, Sept. 26 -- September 26, 2025 3:45 PM

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) hit a major milestone on Friday as the KSE-100 index crossed 161,000 points for the first time. The index opened strong and quickly surged past the long-awaited 160,000 level. Within minutes, it had gained 1,255 points, reaching 160,535 - a record in itself. But the rally didn't stop there. The market continued to climb throughout the session.

By closing time, the KSE-100 index had soared by 1,843 points. It ended the day at 161,123 - the highest closing ever recorded. This historic rise marked the first time both 160,000 and 161,000 were crossed in a single day. Investors celebrated the double milestone. The gain also reflects renewed energy in Pakis...