Pakistan Stock Market Surges Over 12,000 Points After US-Iran Ceasefire, Sensex Jumps Nearly 3,000

Global equity markets witnessed a sharp rally following the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with Pakistan’s benchmark index posting a historic surge.

According to reports, the KSE-100 Index jumped over 12,000 points in intraday trade on Wednesday, marking its biggest single-day gain. The index rose by 12,362.38 points, or 8.15 percent, reaching 164,035.83 during early trading. The sharp spike led to a temporary suspension of trading in line with exchange regulations.

The rally was triggered by improved investor sentiment after US President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of prolonged conflict in West Asia. The development also led to a significant drop in global crude prices, with Brent crude falling by more than 13 percent.

Indian markets also reflected the positive momentum. The BSE Sensex surged nearly 3,000 points, while the Nifty 50 closed above the 23,997 mark, indicating strong investor confidence.

Other Asian markets joined the rally, with indices like Japan’s Nikkei 225 rising around 5 percent. However, Pakistan emerged as the top gainer in the region.

Market experts noted that the rally also reflects a recovery from earlier losses triggered by geopolitical tensions. The Pakistan market had previously witnessed a sharp fall, including a significant drop in early March during heightened regional uncertainty.

The easing of tensions and stabilisation of key energy supply routes have boosted investor confidence globally, with markets reacting positively to the temporary de-escalation.

Analysts, however, caution that volatility may persist depending on how the ceasefire evolves and whether a long-term resolution is achieved.