Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index soared to a fresh all-time high on Friday, closing at 168,990 points after gaining 500 points, or 0.30% day-on-day. Robust market liquidity drove investor enthusiasm, though mild profit-taking in the final hour slightly tempered the rally.

Trading activity picked up pace as volumes climbed to 831 million shares, up from 776 million in the previous session, signalling renewed confidence among retail and institutional investors. Year-to-date, the index has surged 46.79%, reflecting what analysts call a bullish macroeconomic backdrop.

Sector-wise, Fertiliser, Automobile Assemblers and Power Generation & Distribution led the charge, collectively adding 754 points. Fertiliser contributed 104 points, Autos 90 and Power 48, driven by strong earnings outlooks a

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