27/08/2026
Weekly Market Update: 27th August 2026
The capital bourse extended its downward trajectory for the second consecutive week, as persistent concerns over the ongoing energy crisis, a weakening corporate earnings outlook, and cautious investor sentiment continued to weigh on market performance. The week commenced with a sharp decline as investors remained concerned about the adverse impact of prolonged gas and electricity shortages on industrial production and corporate profitability, which continued to drive negative momentum throughout the subsequent sessions. Although the market attempted a slight reversal in the final session on the back of selective buying interest; intermittent selling pressure continued to cap the market’s recovery potential as investors remained wary of the prevailing domestic uncertainties.
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