The bullish momentum on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued on Tuesday, pushing the KSE-100 Index to a record close of 149,771 points.

Strong institutional inflows, particularly in the banking and cement sectors, fueled investor confidence.

According to a Topline analyst, cement sales are gaining traction in August 2025, with earnings expected to surpass market forecasts, further supporting the rally.

During the session, the benchmark index touched an intraday high of 150,323 points, surging 2,127 points, before settling at an all-time closing high of 149,771 points — an increase of 1,572 points, or 1.06%.

Index heavyweights, including BAHL, UBL, LUCK, MEBL, and ENGRO, contributed a combined 1,306 points to the upward trajectory, driving the record-breaking performance.

Market activity remained lively, with a total traded volume of 806 million shares and a robust traded value of Rs48.3 billion.

WTL led the volume chart, with 52 million shares changing hands during the session.

On Monday, the PSX experienced a significant rally, with the KSE-100 Index closing at 148,196.42 points.