Pakistan Economy: Exports boost Jan-2026 cement dispatches – By JS Research

Feb 6 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Cement dispatches stood at 4.54mn tons in Jan-2026, up 13% YoY, primarily driven by a 61% YoY surge in export dispatches, led by a 79% YoY increase from the South, while North exports remained nil for the 3rd consecutive month. Local dispatches, meanwhile, saw a slowdown in momentum, with growth moderating to 4% YoY during the month.
  • In 7MFY26, total cement dispatches rose 11% YoY, supported by a 12% YoY increase in local dispatches. Export growth, however, remained muted at 3% YoY, as a 10% YoY rise in South exports was largely offset by a 23% YoY decline in North exports owing to the Afghan border closure.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a negative note – By IIS Research

Feb 6 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a negative note, facing selling pressure from early morning. Although a slight recovery was observed by the end of the first session, the momentum weakened again following news of the Islamabad blast. Trading volumes increased to 799mn shares today as compared to 768mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index lost 3,703 points to close at 184,130 level, down by -1.97% DoD. Banks, E&Ps, and Fertilizer sectors were the major laggards in today's session, cumulatively shedding 2494 points from the index.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Chronicle – By AHCML Research

Feb 6 2026


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The benchmark KSE-100 Index witnessed a volatile session, touching an intraday high of 188,036 before closing at 184,310 down 3,703 points, or (-1.93% ) amid profit taking. The announcement of the Supreme Court case regarding NBP’s pension funds triggered selling pressure, as investors anticipated lower dividend payouts following potential cash outflows for pension fund payments. Furthermore, Barrick Gold’s board is reviewing all aspects of a gold and copper project in the Balochistan region due to security concerns, including capital allocation, as CEO Mark Hill stated during a post-earnings call. Additionally, the upcoming third IMF review at the end of the current month exerted pressure, reflecting concerns over slower progress on required economic reforms.
  • The uncertain geopolitical climate also dampened investor sentiment. Selling pressure was concentrated in Commercial Banks, Fertilizer, and Exploration & Production (E&P) stocks, due to a lack of fresh positive catalysts. High stakes Iran US negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program commenced in Oman, with lingering disagreements raising fears of prolonged Middle East tensions. Major laggards such as NBP, FFC, PPL, UBL, and MEBL collectively dragged the index down by 1,573.11 points. On the volume front, K-Electric KEL led trading activity with 517.82 million shares, while the total market turnover stood at 1,266.28 million shares.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 184,130 down 3,703 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 6 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market opened on a subdued note and remained under pressure throughout the trading session. The KSE-100 Index fluctuated within a range of 183,547 to an intraday high of 188,036 before closing at 184,130, down 3,703 points. Total volumes on the main board stood at 798.2 million shares, with a total traded value of PKR 48.3 billion.
  • The decline in the index was primarily led by NBP (-8%, -396 points), FFC (-2.3%, -384 points), PPL (-5%, -313 points), UBL (-1.9%, -278 points), and MEBL (-2.6%, -202 points). In terms of activity, KEL and NBP led the volumes chart, with traded volumes of 517.8 million and 51.2 million shares, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Market Under Pressure: Geopolitical Uncertainty Sparks Sharp KSE-100Decline – By HMFS Research

Feb 6 2026


HMFS Research


  • The KSE-100 Index witnessed a sharp correction during today’s trading session, as investor sentiment weakened amid heightened geopolitical concerns, profit-taking at elevated valuations, and a broader risk-off environment. Rising uncertainty and cautious positioning triggered broad based selling across key sectors, exerting sustained pressure on market performance throughout the session. Consequently, the benchmark index closed at 184,129.58 points, registering a steep decline of 3,702.5 points from the previous close.
  • Despite the negative close, trading activity remained robust, with 799mn shares traded on the KSE-100 Index and 1.3bn shares exchanged across the All-Share Index, indicating sustained investor participation and active portfolio rebalancing. KEL (518mn shares) led volumes, followed by NBP (51mn shares) and FNEL (50mn shares). Looking ahead, market direction is expected to remain volatile in the near term, with sentiment likely to be shaped by geopolitical developments, macroeconomic signals, and the ongoing corporate earnings season. While short-term pressure may persist, medium-term fundamentals remain supportive, with selective opportunities likely to emerge in fundamentally strong stocks.
Pakistan Economy: Exports boost Jan-2026 cement dispatches – By JS Research

Feb 6 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Cement dispatches stood at 4.54mn tons in Jan-2026, up 13% YoY, primarily driven by a 61% YoY surge in export dispatches, led by a 79% YoY increase from the South, while North exports remained nil for the 3rd consecutive month. Local dispatches, meanwhile, saw a slowdown in momentum, with growth moderating to 4% YoY during the month.
  • In 7MFY26, total cement dispatches rose 11% YoY, supported by a 12% YoY increase in local dispatches. Export growth, however, remained muted at 3% YoY, as a 10% YoY rise in South exports was largely offset by a 23% YoY decline in North exports owing to the Afghan border closure.
Engro Polymer & Chemicals Limited (EPCL): Result Preview – By Taurus Research

Feb 6 2026


Taurus Securities


  • Board Meeting: Friday, 13th February, 2026.
  • 4QCY25 EPS: PKR 0.93; DPS: NIL; PAT: PKR 850Mn. CY25 LPS: 2.18, DPS: NIL, LAT: PKR 2.0Bn.
  • During 4QCY25, we expect net sales to clock in at ~PKR 21Bn, down 1%YoY / up 7%QoQ. On a sequential basis, we expect gross margin to arrive at ~16.7%, an increase of 4pptsQoQ, mainly due to higher utilization and absorption. To note, core delta (PVC-Ethylene) for the quarter was down 1pptQoQ averaging around ~USD 275/ton. Moreover, we expect continued contribution from Alkali and HPO businesses. Finance cost is expected to fall ~17%QoQ, reflecting efficient debt management and lower interest rates during the period.
Attock Petroleum Limited (APL): Result Preview – By Taurus Research

Feb 6 2026


Taurus Securities


  • 2QFY26: – EPS: PKR 17, PAT: ~PKR 2.1Bn, down ~23% over the SPLY. 1HFY26 PAT to grow 16%YoY.
  • In 2QFY26, APL’s topline is expected to clock-in at ~PKR 113Bn, down 5%YoY/4%QoQ. During 2QFY26, APL’s MS and HSD volumes decreased by 2%YoY and 8%YoY, respectively. As a result, net profit is likely to decrease by 23%YoY and arrive at PKR 2.1Bn. Overall volumes for the quarter decreased by 3%QoQ and 5%YoY altogether during 1HFY26. Despite the decrease, APL’s net sales for 1HFY26 are expected to remain stable YoY at PKR 231Bn, recording a decrease of only 0.5%YoY.
Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO): Result Preview – By Taurus Research

Feb 6 2026


Taurus Securities


  • 2QFY26: – EPS: PKR 17.0, PAT: ~PKR 8.0Bn up 11% over the SPLY. 1HFY26: – PAT up 55% over the SPLY.
  • In 2QFY26, PSO’s net sales are expected to clock-in at ~PKR 711Bn, down 15%YoY/4%QoQ due to a decrease in PSO’s MS and HSD volumes by 11%YoY and 16%YoY, respectively, primarily due to a 5%YoY decrease in its market share during 2QFY26 due to competition. In addition, sales of other fuels increased only by 4%YoY. However, gross margin during the quarter is expected to grow marginally by 0.5ppts as LNG sales are expected to eventually increase by 1.3%QoQ.
  • Moreover, the finance cost for the quarter is expected to decrease by 19%YoY, and by 32% for 1HFY26 due to lower debt and interest rates. We expect this to contribute to some growth in net profit as well as improve the net margin to 1.1% from to 0.9% during the SPLY. Accordingly, PSO’s net profit is expected to grow by 11%YoY during 2QFY26 and 55%YoY during 1HFY26.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100: Formation suggests further upside – By JS Research

Feb 6 2026


JS Global Capital


  • KSE-100 index extended the gain to close at 187,832 level, up 931 points DoD. Volumes stood at 1,195mn shares versus 849mn shares traded previously. The index is expected to test resistance at 188,312 (Wednesday's high) where a break above that will target the all-time high at 191,033 level. However, any downside will find support between 186,420 and 187,130 levels, respectively. The RSI and the Stochastic Oscillator have continued to rise, supporting a positive view. We recommend investors to 'Buy on dips', keeping stoploss below 186,428 level. The support and resistance are at 187,130 and 188,423 levels, respectively.
Morning News: Barrick reviews Reko Diq project amid security concerns – By Vector Research

Feb 6 2026


Vector Securities


  • Barrick Mining’s board is reviewing all aspects of a gold and copper project in Balochistan region, including capital allocation, due to security concerns, CEO Mark Hill said during a post-earnings call. The miner added the review of the Reko Diq project’s security arrangements, development timetable and capital budget would begin immediately, with an update once the process is completed. (BR)
  • Pakistan and Uzbekistan on Thursday signed a protocol aimed at materialising their commitment to boost bilateral trade to $2 billion, as Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Islamabad on a two-day official visit. Trade between the two countries, however, currently stands at about $434m, according to official figures, despite steady growth in recent years. (Dawn)
Pakistan Economy: Exports boost Jan-2026 cement dispatches – By JS Research

Feb 6 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Cement dispatches stood at 4.54mn tons in Jan-2026, up 13% YoY, primarily driven by a 61% YoY surge in export dispatches, led by a 79% YoY increase from the South, while North exports remained nil for the 3rd consecutive month. Local dispatches, meanwhile, saw a slowdown in momentum, with growth moderating to 4% YoY during the month.
  • In 7MFY26, total cement dispatches rose 11% YoY, supported by a 12% YoY increase in local dispatches. Export growth, however, remained muted at 3% YoY, as a 10% YoY rise in South exports was largely offset by a 23% YoY decline in North exports owing to the Afghan border closure.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100: Formation suggests further upside – By JS Research

Feb 6 2026


JS Global Capital


  • KSE-100 index extended the gain to close at 187,832 level, up 931 points DoD. Volumes stood at 1,195mn shares versus 849mn shares traded previously. The index is expected to test resistance at 188,312 (Wednesday's high) where a break above that will target the all-time high at 191,033 level. However, any downside will find support between 186,420 and 187,130 levels, respectively. The RSI and the Stochastic Oscillator have continued to rise, supporting a positive view. We recommend investors to 'Buy on dips', keeping stoploss below 186,428 level. The support and resistance are at 187,130 and 188,423 levels, respectively.
Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK): Cost optimization initiatives continue; Buy – By JS Research

Feb 3 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK) held its corporate briefing yesterday to discuss 1HFY26 results and outlook. To recall, LUCK reported standalone EPS of Rs15.86 for 1HFY26, up 68% YoY, driven by stronger core performance and higher dividend income from subsidiaries. On a consolidated basis, earnings increased 13% YoY to Rs30.45/ sh.
  • Management shared that UC 3.0 technology has been commissioned on two production lines at the Karachi plant at a cost of Rs3-3.5bn, with plans to expand it to the two remaining lines. The technology is expected to improve cost efficiency by reducing coal consumption per ton of clinker produced and allowing the use of lower-cost, high-sulphur coal, with an estimated payback of 5 to 7 years.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100 expected to consolidate above 30-DMA – By JS Research

Feb 3 2026


JS Global Capital


  • The KSE-100 index extended the gain to close at 185,058 level, up 883 points. Volumes stood at 740mn shares versus 805mn shares traded previously. The index is expected to test resistance at yesterday's high of 185,612 where a break above that will resume the uptrend with 187,567 and 191,033 as the upside targets. However, any downside will find support between 181,990 and 182,800 levels, respectively. The RSI and the Stochastic Oscillator have moved up, supporting a recovery view. We recommend investors to stay cautious on the higher side and wait for dips. The support and resistance are at 183,363 and 186,182 levels, respectively.
Pakistan Economy: KSE-100 stays above 180k, highest monthly ADTO since Jun-08 – By JS Research

Feb 2 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Fresh inflows continue to re-rate KSE100, rallying to a new high of 189k during the month of Jan-2026. However, escalating tensions between the US and Iran led to some correction towards the end of the month, closing the market at 184k, still implying decent monthly return of 5.8%. Average trading volumes were up 25% MoM in terms of shares traded while in terms of value (US$224mn) recorded the highest levels seen since Jun-2008. Banks rallied during the month as SBP maintained policy rate and reduced CRR by 100bps to 5%, whereas FFC corrected 13% from its high on weaker than expected earnings and dividend announcement. Mutual funds, corporates and retailers recorded a combined net inflow of US$194mn, comfortably absorbing the net outflow by foreigners, banks and insurance companies.
  • Secondary market T-bill yields fell to single digits on rate-cut expectations for the first time in four years, but later reversed after the central bank kept the policy rate unchanged at 10.5%. In its MPC meeting, SBP cited sticky core inflation, a wide trade deficit, and stronger-than-expected domestic growth as reasons for maintaining the status quo. Banking stocks remained favored, as stable rates support sustainable yields, while a CRR cut improves the availability of income generating assets.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100; Consolidation expected above 30-DMA – By JS Research

Feb 2 2026


JS Global Capital


  • The KSE-100 index showed positive movement to close at 184,174 level, up 1,836 points DoD. Volumes stood at 805mn shares versus 933mn shares traded previously. The index is trading above the 30-DMA which will provide support at 181,536 level. However, a fall below that will target the 50-DMA at 175,829. Meanwhile, any upside will face resistance between 184,380 and 186,620 levels, respectively. The indicators are mixed, signaling no clear trading view. We recommend investors to stay cautious on the higher side and wait for dips. The support and resistance are at 182,141 and 186,414 levels, respectively.
Interloop Limited (ILP): Earnings recovery to extend into 2QFY26; Buy – By JS Research

Jan 30 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Interloop Ltd (ILP) is scheduled to announce its 2QFY26 results on 4th Feb 2026. We expect the company to post an EPS of Rs1.49 for 2QFY26E, reflecting a 1.8x YoY increase, taking 1HFY26E EPS to Rs3.49 (+3.6x higher YoY).
  • Our estimates incorporate a gradual decline in Apparel segment’s operating losses, expected increase in Hosiery segment revenues from capacity addition completed earlier this year, YoY expansion in margins and 35% YoY drop in financial charges.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100 reaching the 30-DMA support – By JS Research

Jan 30 2026


JS Global Capital


  • The KSE-100 index showed negative movement to close at 182,338 level, down 6,042 points DoD. Volumes stood at 933mn shares versus 954mn shares traded previously. The index is reaching the 30-DMA support currently at 181,129 level. However, a fall below this level will target the 50-DMA at 175,404 level. Meanwhile, any upside will face resistance between 184,400 and 186,850 levels, respectively. The RSI and the MACD are heading down, supporting a negative view. We recommend investors to stay cautious on the higher side and wait for dips. The support and resistance are at 179,891 and 186,854 levels, respectively.
Pakistan Economy: Jan-2026: CPI likely to arrive at 5.7% - By JS Research

Jan 29 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Pakistan's Consumer Price Index (CPI) is expected to clock in at 5.7% for Jan-2026. For 7MFY26E, average inflation is likely to clock in at ~5.2%, compared to 6.6% during same period last year.
  • We expect food inflation to clock in at 4.7% YoY; on MoM basis, an 80bp increase is expected, driven by increase in wheat, chicken and fresh vegetable prices.
  • State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) maintained the policy rate at 10.5% in the recent MPC meeting, citing risks from sticky core inflation, wide trade deficit, and better than anticipated domestic growth, reducing the need for monetary easing.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100 expected to trade in a range – By JS Research

Jan 29 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Range bound activity continued as KSE-100 closed the session at 188,380 level, up 178 points DoD. Volumes stood at 954mn shares versus 749mn shares traded previously. The current pattern suggests further consolidation ahead. Meanwhile, a fall below 188,180 (yesterday's low) will initiate a corrective trend with 187,044 and 184,579 as the downside targets. However, any upside will face resistance between 188,580 and 189,190 levels, followed by 191,033. The RSI has improved, while the MACD is heading down signaling no clear trading view. We recommend investors to stay cautious on the higher side and wait for dips. The support and resistance are at 187,978 and 188,983 levels, respectively.