PSX Closing Summary – April 14, 2026: KSE-100 Recovers 4,000 Points After Monday’s Crash
Published: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 – 5:20 PM PKT
Quick Look – Today's Numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| KSE-100 Close | ~164,600 points |
| Points Gained | ▲ +4,009 points |
| Percentage Gain | +2.5% |
| Highest Point Today | ~165,800 |
| Lowest Point Today | ~163,400 |
| Stocks That Went Up | 93 out of 100 |
| Stocks That Went Down | Only 6 |
Source: Mettis Global News
What a Difference a Day Makes
Let me be honest about PSX
Yesterday was painful. The KSE-100 lost 6,600 points. 85% of companies went down. Oil was above $104. Everyone was scared.
Today was the opposite.
The market opened green and stayed green. By the end of the day, the KSE-100 had gained over 4,000 points.
If you bought stocks yesterday when everyone was panicking, you made good money today. But nobody knew this was coming. That’s how markets work – they move fast when sentiment changes.
For a detailed look at yesterday’s crash, read our [PSX closing summary for April 13 here] .
Why Did the Market Bounce Back?
1. Hope for New Talks
Yesterday, the US-Iran talks in Islamabad failed. No deal. JD Vance left. Iran said no.
But today, news came out that Qatar and Switzerland have offered to host the next round of talks. The door is still open.
This one piece of news changed everything. Investors stopped panicking and started hoping again.
2. Oil Prices Dropped Below $100
Yesterday, oil was at $104. Today, it dropped to around $99 per barrel.
For Pakistan, lower oil prices mean:
Lower inflation
Cheaper production costs for companies
Less pressure on the rupee
Track live oil prices on Reuters .
3. Good News from Fitch Ratings
Fitch Ratings reaffirmed Pakistan’s credit rating. This sounds technical, but it matters. It tells foreign investors that Pakistan is on the right track. That confidence showed up in today’s buying.
KSE-100 Summary – What Happened Hour by Hour
Let me give you the exact numbers.
| Time | KSE-100 Level | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| Monday Close | 160,591 | Where we started |
| Tuesday Opening | ~163,400 | Up 2,800 points right away |
| Lowest Point | ~163,400 | Never went below this |
| Highest Point | ~165,800 | Touched late in the day |
| Tuesday Close | ~164,600 | Up 4,009 points |
The market stayed green all day. No midday crash. No panic selling. Just steady buying.
How broad was the rally? Out of 100 KSE-100 companies, 93 went up. Only 6 went down. That’s a complete reversal from yesterday, when 93 went down.
For real-time PSX data, visit the PSX official website .
Which Stocks Went Up Today?
Let me tell you which stocks led the rally.
Top Gainers by Percentage
| Stock | Sector | Change |
|---|---|---|
| GAL | Automobile | ▲ +10.00% |
| HCAR | Automobile | ▲ +10.00% |
| BOP | Banking | ▲ +9.97% |
| SRVI | Manufacturing | ▲ +9.81% |
| GHNI | Textile | ▲ +9.40% |
Source: Mettis Global News
Big Stocks That Drove the Market
These are the heavy hitters. When they move, the whole market moves.
| Stock | Sector | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| United Bank (UBL) | Banking | Strong recovery |
| Fauji Fertilizer (FFC) | Fertilizer | Strong recovery |
| Lucky Cement (LUCK) | Cement | Strong recovery |
| Engro Holdings (ENGROH) | Fertilizer | Positive |
| Hub Power (HUBCO) | Power | Positive |
What this tells me: The same stocks that crashed the hardest yesterday led the recovery today. When the market bounces, it bounces on the backs of its biggest players.
Stocks That Went Down
Only 6 stocks closed in the red. Their declines were small. Nothing worth worrying about.
How Different Sectors Performed
| Sector | Performance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Banks | Strong | UBL led the way |
| Fertilizer | Strong | FFC and ENGROH bounced back |
| Cement | Strong | LUCK recovered sharply |
| Oil & Gas | Moderate | Oil prices dropped |
| Power | Positive | HUBCO in the green |
Every major sector in PSX was up today. That’s a complete reversal from yesterday, when every sector was down.
What Experts Are Saying
Let me share what analysts said about today’s recovery.
Ahmed Sheraz from KTrade Securities:
“The market opened higher because Qatar and Switzerland offered to host new talks. That gave investors hope.”
AAH Soomro, independent analyst:
“Oil prices dropping below $100 helped. But the real driver was the news about new talks. Markets hate uncertainty. Any sign of progress triggers a rally.”
JS Global Analyst:
“93 out of 100 companies closed in the green. This wasn’t just short-covering. This was genuine buying.”
For more expert analysis, visit Topline Securities and Business Recorder .
What to Watch Tomorrow
Now that Tuesday’s recovery is behind us, here’s what I’m watching for Wednesday.
1. Oil Prices
Oil dropped to $99 today. If it stays below $100, the rally could continue. If it goes back above $104, expect selling pressure.
2. News on New Talks
Qatar and Switzerland have offered to host the next round of talks. If the US and Iran agree quickly, markets could rally further. If there’s a delay, uncertainty will return.
3. Who’s Buying and Selling
Today, big institutions were buying. If they keep buying tomorrow, the KSE-100 could test the 167,000 level again.
4. Key Levels to Watch
| Level | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Support | 163,400 | Today’s low. If we stay above this, good. |
| Resistance | 167,200 | Last week’s high. If we break this, very good. |
For US economic updates, check the US Bureau of Labor Statistics .
What I'm Doing After Today's Close – Honest Answer
Let me be honest with you.
I did not expect a 4,000-point recovery today. I thought we might see a small bounce, but this caught me off guard.
Here’s what I’m thinking now.
The market found support at 163,400 today. That’s good. It closed near its highs. That’s also good.
Oil dropped below $100. That’s very good for Pakistan.
The news about new talks changed everything.
What I’m doing: I’m not chasing this rally. I’m waiting to see if oil stays below $100 and if the new talks actually happen. If both of those work out, I’ll consider buying.
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The Bottom Line for Today
Today was a much-needed recovery.
The KSE-100 gained over 4,000 points (+2.5%)
93 out of 100 companies went up
Oil dropped below $100/barrel
Qatar and Switzerland offered to host new talks
But here’s the thing. One day doesn’t make a trend.
The market is still fragile. The blockade is still active. Iran hasn’t agreed to anything yet.
Stay cautious. Watch the levels I mentioned. Don’t make emotional decisions.
The market will give you another opportunity. It always does.
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