New Delhi: Pakistan’s benchmark stock market index, the KSE-100, has suffered a sharp fall of over 1,600 points amid rising geopolitical tensions and disappointing corporate results.

The index closed at 158,465, reflecting widespread selling pressure as investors reacted to growing uncertainty in the economy and the region, according to The Express Tribune.

Market experts said the decline was mainly driven by concerns over strained relations between Pakistan and the Taliban, along with weaker-than-expected earnings from major listed companies.

Trading sentiment remained subdued throughout the session, with most sectors ending in the red.

Out of 340 traded companies, 233 saw their share prices fall, 93 gained, and 14 remained unchanged.

Heavy selling was witnessed in key sectors such

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