PSX Closing Bell: A Modest Lift
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed Monday's trading session on a strong note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining over 2,100 points as broad-based buying interest prevailed across key sectors, particularly commercial banks, cement, fertilizer, and oil & gas exploration companies. The positive sentiment was supported by easing geopolitical concerns after US President Donald Trump said a planned military strike against Iran had been shelved, reducing fears of an immediate escalation in the Middle East.