Market participants cite profit-taking, cautious investor sentiment as SPI shows 8.24% weekly uptickPhoto: ExpressThe Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a bearish session on Friday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index closing in negative territory for the day. The index settled at 151,707.51, down 1,200.45 points, or 0.79%, from the previous close of 152,907.96. Read: Geopolitical tensions rattle PSX, down 5,405 pointsAccording to Ismail Iqbal Securities' daily roundup, the benchmark index "closed in negative territory," reflecting continued selling pressure across the board. This comes after a volatile week for the market, where the index faced multiple sessions of sharp swings and profit-booking. Read More: PSX jumps over 4,300 points on peace optimismNo major positive triggers emerged to support the market during the session, with the broader market breadth remaining tilted toward decliners.

Source: The Express Tribune March 27, 2026 08:51 UTC