Islamabad – Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has expressed delight over the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reaching a historic milestone, calling it a significant step toward the country’s economic revival.
In an official statement, the Prime Minister said that the PSX crossing a record level clearly reflects the growing trust of investors and the business community in the government’s economic policies.
“Pakistan’s economy has now moved beyond the phase of stabilization and is heading towards growth,” the Prime Minister remarked.
He highlighted that the positive economic indicators observed in recent months serve as strong evidence that the government’s economic strategy is moving in the right direction.
Prime Minister Sharif attributed this achievement to the coordinated efforts of the economic team, including the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Pakistan. He emphasized that without the cooperation of the private sector, regaining investor confidence would not have been possible.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to further promote investment, aiming to create employment opportunities for youth, provide facilities to industries, and expand national exports.
PSX Crosses 80,000 Points – A New National Record
It is worth noting that the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed exceptional growth this week, with the benchmark index surpassing the 80,000-point mark, setting a new all-time high in the country’s financial history. For a detailed breakdown of the PSX 100 Index performance and its impact, read the full report here
This surge comes at a time when successful negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and stability in the Pakistani rupee’s value have also been reported—further boosting investor sentiment.
