Web Desk Pakistan Stock Exchange Daily News: Top Gainers & Losers in the KSE-100 Index for March 12, 2026
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) had a mixed trading session on March 12, 2026, with some stocks posting significant gains while others suffered steep losses. The KSE-100 Index closed the day lower, driven by selling pressure in key sectors. This article will provide a detailed analysis of the top gainers and losers in the index for the day.
Top Gainers
The top gainer of the day in the KSE-100 Index was SRVI, a shoe manufacturer. Its stock price increased by 6.78% and contributed 68.28 points to the index. The company’s recent acquisition of a new manufacturing plant and strong sales performance are likely factors behind its positive stock price movement.
EFERT, a fertilizer producer, was another strong performer, with its stock price gaining 5.56% and contributing 52.43 points to the index. The company’s focus on cost optimization and new product development has helped it improve its profitability and attract investors.
HINOON, a pharmaceutical company, also posted significant gains of 5.09% and contributed 50.69 points to the index. The company’s strong sales growth and expanded product portfolio are key factors behind its positive performance.
Top Losers
ENGROH, a leading industrial conglomerate, was the worst-performing stock of the day in the KSE-100 Index. Its stock price fell by 3.82% and shaved -385.13 points off the index. The company’s high debt levels and challenging economic environment are potential reasons for its negative stock price performance.
UBL, a major commercial bank, also saw a sharp decline of 3.32% in its stock price, contributing -273.32 points to the index. The bank’s increasing non-performing loans and weak economic conditions in the country are potential factors behind its negative performance.
LUCK, a construction company, OGDC, an oil and gas exploration company, and HUBC, a power generation company, were also among the top losers of the day, with their stock prices falling by 2.21%, 1.83%, and 1.69% respectively.
Analysis
The market’s performance on March 12, 2026, highlights the diverse performance of different stocks within the KSE-100 Index. While some sectors like textiles and pharmaceuticals posted gains, others like energy and materials suffered losses. This suggests that investors are becoming more selective in their investments and focusing on companies with strong fundamentals and solid growth prospects.
The PSX daily news for March 12, 2026, shows that SRVI, EFERT, and HINOON were the top gainers, while ENGROH, UBL, and LUCK were the top losers. The market’s performance was mixed, with some stocks posting gains while others suffered losses. This highlights the importance of thorough research and analysis before making investment decisions.
Market Wrap: KSE-100 Daily Performance Update
Market Wrap:
KSE-100 Daily Performance Update
MAR 2026
Volume (Mn)
| Stock | Points Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGROH | 385.13 | |
| SYS | 188.84 | |
| SRVI | 68.28 | |
| EFERT | 52.43 | |
| HINOON | 50.69 |
| Points Contribution | Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| -273.32 | UBL | |
| -187.53 | LUCK | |
| -186.01 | OGDC | |
| -169.43 | HUBC | |
| -155.92 | MCB |
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