Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained volatile throughout the week, primarily driven by evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and sharp movements in international oil prices. The benchmark index declined by 1,309 points during the week to close at 150,399 points, leading to subdued market participation, with average daily traded volumes declining by 31%WoW to 604 million shares. 

Positive sentiments in the first half of the week were supported by: 1) Pakistan-led diplomatic efforts fueling optimism for a possible de-escalation, 2) lower-than-expected increase in CPI to 7.3%YoY in March 2026, and 3) Pakistan securing Staff level agreement with IMF for US$1.2 billion. However, conflicting statements from Iran and the US, along with concerns over a possible........

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