Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 173,150 down 1,304 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 17 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market began the session on a strong footing, however, it was unable to maintain its initial gains. The KSE-100 Index witnessed pronounced intraday fluctuations, moving between 171,693 and 176,131 before settling at 173,150, marking a decline of 1,304 points. Total traded volume on the main board reached 424.1 million shares, with an overall value of PKR 32.7 billion.
  • The primary drag on the index came from PSO (-6.1%, -210 points), HBL (-2.8%, -175 points), ENGROH (-1.6%, -149 points), UBL (-0.9%, -127 points), and NBP (-2.7%, -120 points). On the activity front, KEL and BOP dominated the volume leaders’ board, recording 63.8 million and 56.2 million shares traded, respectively.
Meezan Bank Limited (MEBL): Corporate Briefing Takeaways – By IIS Research

Feb 17 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • Meezan Bank reported an unconsolidated profit after tax (PAT) of PKR 89bn in CY25, reflecting a 12.8% YoY decline (vs. PKR 101.5bn in CY24). The main driver of the decline was the 12% YoY drop in net spread earned, primarily due to the average policy rate declining from 19.7% to 11.4%. This impact was partially offset by volumetric growth in de posits, which helped support overall earnings.
  • Management indicated that the overall impact of the CRR reduction is broadly neutral for the bank. While the reduction releases liquidity and provides potential earnings support, the bank has voluntarily introduced a self-funded export financing scheme to support exporters. As a result, much of the liquidity benefit from the CRR cut is expected to be redirected toward financing export growth.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Note – By Vector Research

Feb 17 2026


Vector Securities


  • Evening Note.
Meezan Bank Limited (MEBL): Corporate Briefing Key Takeaways – By Topline Research

Feb 17 2026


Topline Securities


  • Meezan Bank (MEBL) conducted its 4Q2025 Corporate Briefing Session today where management discuss financial performance and outlook.
  • The bank’s deposit growth remained strong at 28% YoY, reaching Rs3.3bn in Dec-25. The bank maintained its current account ratio at 48%, while in absolute terms, current accounts grew by Rs361bn in 2025. CASA deposits increased by 25% YoY, bringing the CASA mix to 91% in Dec-25, compared to 93% in Dec-24. Term deposits rose by 9% YoY, primarily due to the replacement of high-cost State Bank borrowings, which had increased YoY amid better opportunity was available to invest in Sukuks.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Chronicle – By AHCML Research

Feb 17 2026


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The benchmark KSE-100 Index experienced a volatile session, hitting an intraday high of 176,131 before closing at 173,150, down 1,304 points (-0.75%), amid profit-taking. Broad-based selling was observed in banks, oil and gas exploration, fertilizer, cement, and pharmaceuticals.
  • Aggressive selling by foreign investors dampened investor sentiment, while the law and order situation further weighed on the market. PSO, HBL, ENGROH, UBL, and NBP collectively dragged the index down by 780.23 points. K-Electric (KEL) led in volumes with 122.54 million shares, as total market turnover reached 708.72 million shares.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Bearish Momentum Persists as Market Tests Lower Levels – By HMFS Research

Feb 17 2026


HMFS Research


  • The Pakistan Stock Exchange extended its downward trajectory today, as selling pressure persisted amid cautious investor sentiment. The KSE-100 Index fell sharply, reaching an intraday low 2,761 points below yesterday’s close, before recovering slightly to close at 173,150, marking a decline of 1,304 points for the session. Despite the late rebound, the market remained under pressure, reflecting ongoing profit-taking and risk aversion among institutional participants.
  • Trading activity remained active, with 425mn shares exchanged on the KSE-100, while the broader market recorded volumes of 709mn shares. Among the most actively traded stocks, KEL led with 123mn shares, followed by BOP at 80mn and WTL at 36mn shares. Looking ahead, market direction is likely to remain sensitive to macroeconomic developments and overall investor sentiment. Additionally, uncertainty arising from ongoing geopolitical tensions may weigh on market confidence. In this environment of elevated volatility and valuations, a disciplined investment approach is recommended, with selective focus on fundamentally strong companies offering sustainable growth potential.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 173,150 down 1,304 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 17 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market began the session on a strong footing, however, it was unable to maintain its initial gains. The KSE-100 Index witnessed pronounced intraday fluctuations, moving between 171,693 and 176,131 before settling at 173,150, marking a decline of 1,304 points. Total traded volume on the main board reached 424.1 million shares, with an overall value of PKR 32.7 billion.
  • The primary drag on the index came from PSO (-6.1%, -210 points), HBL (-2.8%, -175 points), ENGROH (-1.6%, -149 points), UBL (-0.9%, -127 points), and NBP (-2.7%, -120 points). On the activity front, KEL and BOP dominated the volume leaders’ board, recording 63.8 million and 56.2 million shares traded, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a negative note – By IIS Research

Feb 17 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a negative note, despite opening on a positive trend in the morning. The index remained volatile throughout the session, mainly as the market aligned itself with ongoing results announcements. Trading volumes increased to 425mn shares today as compared to 379mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index lost 1,304 points to close at 173,150 level, down by -0.75% DoD. Banks, OMCs, and Fertilizer sectors were the major laggards in today's session, cumulatively shedding 935 points from the index.
Millat Tractors Limited (MTL): 2QFY26 EPS at Rs12.06, down 21% YoY but up 4.7x QoQ – By Topline Research

Feb 17 2026


Topline Securities


  • Millat Tractors Limited (MTL) announced its 2QFY26 result today, wherein the company recorded unconsolidated profit of Rs2.4bn (EPS of Rs12.06), down 21% YoY but up 4.7x QoQ.
  • Result was higher than expectations due to higher-than-expected gross margins.
Pakistan State Oil (PSO): 2QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR5.8 – By Insight Research

Feb 17 2026


Insight Securities


  • Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has announced its 2QFY26 result, in which company posted unconsolidated PAT of ~PKR2.7bn (EPS: PKR5.8) vs. PAT of ~PKR9.3bn (EPS: PKR20.0) in preceding quarter, down by 71% QoQ. The result is below our expectation amid lower than expected gross margins coupled with higher ETR.
  • Topline of the company increased by 3% QoQ in 2QFY26, mainly attributable to higher volumetric sales. To highlight, in 2QFY26 company’s petroleum offtakes Increased by 10% QoQ, while retail offtakes increased by 12% QoQ.
Millat Tractors Limited (MTL): 2QFY26 EPS clocked-in at PKR 12.06 – By Taurus Research

Feb 17 2026


Taurus Securities


  • 2QFY26: EPS: PKR 12.06; DPS: PKR 20; PAT: PKR 2,406Mn, up 4xQoQ.
  • MTL’s revenue stood at PKR 20.9Bn in 2QFY26, up 7%YoY and 2xQoQ, primarily due to a ~2x increase in units sold to 6,335 tractors during the quarter (vs. 2,177 units in 1QFY26). This rise was attributed mainly to the green tractor financing Scheme by the Government of Punjab towards the end of the year 2025. Looking ahead, demand is expected to normalize in the upcoming quarter due to the absence of the green tractor financing Scheme during that period and end of the Rabi season.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 173,150 down 1,304 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 17 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market began the session on a strong footing, however, it was unable to maintain its initial gains. The KSE-100 Index witnessed pronounced intraday fluctuations, moving between 171,693 and 176,131 before settling at 173,150, marking a decline of 1,304 points. Total traded volume on the main board reached 424.1 million shares, with an overall value of PKR 32.7 billion.
  • The primary drag on the index came from PSO (-6.1%, -210 points), HBL (-2.8%, -175 points), ENGROH (-1.6%, -149 points), UBL (-0.9%, -127 points), and NBP (-2.7%, -120 points). On the activity front, KEL and BOP dominated the volume leaders’ board, recording 63.8 million and 56.2 million shares traded, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 174,454 down 5,150 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 16 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market opened the session on a positive note but failed to sustain its early momentum. The KSE-100 Index experienced significant intraday volatility, trading within a range of 173,574 to 179,969 before closing at 174,454, down by 5,150 points. Total volume on the main board stood at 378.7 million shares, with a cumulative value of PKR 37.4 billion.
  • Major contributors to the index decline included UBL (-4.2%, -598 points), ENGROH (-3.3%, -315 points), FFC (-1.8%, -295 points), HBL (-3.9%, -250 points), and BAHL (-4.6%, -221 points). In terms of activity, KEL and BOP led the volume chart, with 63.8 million and 56.2 million shares traded, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 179,604 down 909 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 13 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market began the session on a mixed footing and remained volatile throughout the day. The KSE-100 Index witnessed notable intraday fluctuations, moving within a range of 178,237 to 180,833 before settling at 179,604, reflecting a decline of 909 points. Total traded volume on the main board reached 377 million shares, with an aggregate value of PKR 30.5 billion.
  • Key stocks weighing on the index included LUCK (-2.5%, -179 points), UBL (-1%, -144 points), OGDC (-1.9%, -125 points), SYS (-2%, -90 points), and EFERT (-1.8%, -79 points). In terms of trading activity, KEL and PIBTL dominated the volume leaderboard, recording 176.9 million and 52.2 million shares traded, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 183,050 up 896 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 11 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market commenced the session on a strong footing and remained largely steady throughout the day. However, the KSE-100 Index witnessed notable intraday volatility, fluctuating between a low of 182,055 and a high of 183,802 before settling at 183,050, reflecting a gain of 896 points. Total volumes on the main board reached 349.6 million shares, with an aggregate traded value of PKR 25 billion.
  • Key contributors to the index’s positive performance were ENGROH (4.4%, 412 points), LUCK (2.5%, 172 points), FABL (9.1%, 126 points), MCB (2.1%, 124 points), and BAFL (2.9%, 86 points). In terms of trading activity, KEL and CNERGY led the volumes chart, recording 120.6 million and 81.6 million shares traded, respectively.
Pioneer Cement Limited (PIOC): 2QFY26 EPS clocks in at PKR 7.04, down 9% YoY – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 11 2026


Alpha Capital


  • PIOC announced its 2QFY26 results today wherein the company reported an EPS of PKR 7.04, down 9% YoY. This takes cumulative earnings for 1HFY26 to PKR 12.65/share, up 4% YoY. Contrary to expectations, no dividend was announced along with the results.
  • Net sales for 2QFY26 clock in at PKR 10.3bn, up 15% YoY from PKR 8.9bn SPLY, driven by a 28% YoY increase in local dispatches to ~0.7mn tons, outpacing the North’s 12% YoY growth and offsetting a 4% YoY decline in net retention.
  • Gross margins for 2QFY26 clocked in at 30%, down 12 ppts YoY primarily reflecting the effect of increased royalty charge on 6% of ex-factory price instead of net retention. The compression in margins also reflect upward pressure on fuel cost driven by Afghan border closure.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 182,154 down 187 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 10 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market opened strongly but could not sustain upward momentum as the session progressed. The KSE-100 Index experienced heightened volatility, moving between a low of 181,499 and an intraday high of 183,217, before closing at 182,154—down 187 points. Total volumes on the main board reached 631.6 million shares, with a cumulative traded value of PKR 29.5 billion.
  • The decline in the index was primarily led by HBL (-2.5%, -169 points), MEBL (-9.3%, -86 points), KEL (-8.4%, -74 points), AKBL (-4.2%, -67 points), and BAFL (-2.1%, -64 points). In terms of market activity, KEL and CNERGY led volumes, trading 253 million and 189 million shares, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 182,340 down 1,789 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 9 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market began the session on a firm footing but failed to maintain momentum at higher levels. The KSE-100 Index remained volatile, trading within a range of 180,993 to an intraday high of 185,717, before settling at 182,340, reflecting a decline of 1,789 points. Total volumes on the main board reached 597.7 million shares, with an aggregate traded value of PKR 50.6 billion.
  • The downturn in the index was largely driven by OGDC (-3.5%, contributing -243 points), MEBL (-2.3%, -178 points), PPL (-2.9%, -173 points), UBL (-1.2%, -172 points), and LUCK (-2.4%, -166 points). On the activity front, KEL and BOP dominated trading volumes, recording 302 million and 53 million shares, respectively.
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.
Morning News: Pakistan, Kazakhstan agree to raise trade to USD 1bn – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 6 2026


Alpha Capital


  • Pakistan and Kazakhstan on Wednesday agreed to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and regional connectivity, with a goal of raising trade to USD 1bn within two years and advancing a multi-country transport corridor linking Central and South Asia.
  • In the first auction after a surprise status quo in the monetary policy, the cut-off yields on the treasury bills were increased on Wednesday by up to 39 basis points, bringing the returns close to the State Bank’s policy rate of 10.50 per cent.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 185,058 up 883 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Feb 2 2026


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market commenced trading on a firm footing and sustained its positive momentum throughout the session. The KSE-100 Index fluctuated between 182,792 and an intraday high of 185,612, before closing at 185,058, registering a gain of 883 points. Total volumes on the main board stood at 213.8 million shares, translating into a turnover of PKR 28.5 billion.
  • Index gains were predominantly supported by UBL (1.7%, 248 points), ENGROH (2.5%, 214 points), SYS (3.2%, 147 points), FATIMA (7.9%, 144 points), and SAZEW (9.2%, 141 points). On the volume front, KEL and BOP remained in the spotlight, recording traded volumes of 37.9 million and 28.8 million shares, respectively.