📊 TODAY'S MARKET UPDATE: PSX STRONG, GLOBAL INVESTORS TURN CAUTIOUS

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained firm with the KSE‑100 index closing near 139,400, gaining around +0.54%. Just a few sessions ago, the index hit a record high of 130,344, fueled by falling inflation (3.2%) and a 7% increase in petroleum product sales.

However, recent profit-taking triggered a 562-point dip, reflecting a balanced market mood despite underlying strength.

Global Markets: Positive Signals, Strategic Shifts

🌍 A US‑EU trade deal brought optimism to the markets, cutting EU tariffs to just 15% on US imports—boosting sentiment in global equities, especially S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures.

🤝 Meanwhile, US-China trade discussions are expected to extend the current 90-day truce, offering stability in an otherwise uncertain macro environment.

💼 On the debt front, emerging market hedge funds are shifting portfolios away from long-duration bonds into safer short-term debt—signaling caution and a move to preserve cash amid uncertain conditions.

🔎 Summary:

PSX Outlook: Strong but facing resistance due to profit booking.

Global Sentiment: Boosted by trade diplomacy (US‑EU & US‑China).

Investor Strategy: Flight to safety continues with lower-risk assets gaining traction.

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