“Optimism in the market was attributed to the restoration of investors’ confidence post-budget,” it added. The bullish trend continued throughout the day and helped the market close near the 35,500-point mark. By the end of the session, a majority of cement stocks hit their upper circuits. Stock-wise, Maple Leaf Cement topped the chart, followed by The Bank of Punjab and TRG Pakistan, it said. It was followed by The Bank of Punjab with 10.4 million shares, gaining Rs0.26 to close at Rs10.05 and TRG Pakistan with 9.5 million shares, gaining Rs0.97 to close at Rs16.79.

Source: The Express Tribune June 13, 2019 14:26 UTC