KARACHI – Pakistan’s stock market continued to display a bearish tone as investor sentiment waned in response to persistent economic and political uncertainties. Market participants remain cautious, signaling anxiety over fiscal stability and policy direction.
Analysts attribute the prevailing downturn to growing apprehensions about Pakistan’s economic trajectory. According to Ahsan Mehanti of Arif Habib Corporation, the slide reflects investor unease over foreign capital outflows and political turbulence, which have heightened market vulnerability.
Adding to the pressure, recent sharp sell-offs were traced to a surge in political developments and judicial decisions that shook investor confidence. This unease is compounded by broader financial stress, including concerns over external debt obligations and the uncertain fiscal outlook.
Observers warn that unless political clarity and structural economic reforms emerge, Pakistan’s stock markets are likely to remain under pressure. Sustainable recovery will depend on restored investor trust, a stable macroeconomic framework, and disciplined governance.
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