The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded a major increase in investor participation, with its total investor base reaching a record 681,965 in October 2026, up 56% year-on-year.
According to data shared by the Finance Ministry, 25,747 new investor accounts were opened in October, marking the highest monthly addition on record.
Between January and October 2026, the PSX added 218,894 net new investors, exceeding the combined additions recorded over the previous four full years. The ministry also reported that 85% of new investors belonged to Generation Z and Millennials, indicating growing participation among younger people.
The PSX investor base crossed 600,000 in August before reaching its latest record in October.
