PSX Daily Market Update | 28 October 2026
By PSX Investors Zone · October 28, 2026
The KSE-100 Index gained 1,269.55 points to close at 165,736.75 on 28 October 2026, rising 0.77%. Commercial banks and fertilizer stocks led the advance, while investment companies and technology stocks limited gains. Total market volume reached 578.12 million shares. FFC reported higher nine-month profit and declared an interim dividend, while Ghani Glass also reported stronger quarterly earnings and a cash dividend.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its recovery on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. The KSE-100 Index closed at 165,736.75, gaining 1,269.55 points or 0.77% compared with Tuesday’s close of 164,467.20. The index moved between an intraday low of 164,355.82 and a high of 166,100.33. KSE-100 constituent volume reached 183.55 million shares. Total market volume stood at 578.12 million shares, with traded value of Rs26.20 billion.
Top gainers and losers: GHNI rose 10.00%, TGL gained 7.03%, NBP advanced 6.58%, LOTCHEM increased 5.23%, and SAZEW climbed 4.65%. On the losing side, NPL fell 4.75%, NCPL declined 4.64%, HGFA lost 4.25%, PGLC dropped 2.77%, and INIL decreased 2.72%.
Sector performance: Commercial banks contributed 536.03 points to the KSE-100, followed by fertilizer (+443.54), automobile assemblers (+151.52), power generation and distribution (+126.98), and cement (+75.87). Investment banks, investment companies and securities firms weighed on the index, subtracting 105.49 points. Technology and communication also remained under pressure.
Company results and dividends: On 28 October, Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) reported nine-month consolidated profit of Rs71.02 billion, up 12.7% year-on-year, and declared an interim cash dividend of Rs18.50 per share. Ghani Glass (GHGL) reported quarterly profit of Rs1.11 billion, up 57.08%, and announced a cash dividend of Rs1 per share. See PSX corporate announcements for company notices.
Shariah-compliant market watch: The KMI-30 rose 1,324.07 points (0.56%) to 236,957.59, while the KMI All Share Index gained 286.49 points (0.44%) to 64,807.63. Check current screening status before investing.
Outlook and technical levels: The session low near 164,356 is an immediate support reference, while the previous close near 164,467 is another nearby level. The session high near 166,100 is a potential resistance reference. These are observational levels, not guaranteed forecasts. Investors should monitor market breadth, corporate results and economic developments.
Investor learning point: Strong company earnings and dividends can support investor interest, but share valuation and future cash flow still matter.
FAQ: Does a rising KSE-100 mean every stock gained? No. Individual stocks and sectors can move in different directions even when the overall index rises.
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