Islamabad, Apr 10, 2025: Trump Tariff Relief, the announcement that sent markets soaring worldwide, including a robust recovery on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
Following the surprising move by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who declared a temporary 90-day suspension on most newly introduced “reciprocal” tariffs, the global financial ecosystem responded with enthusiasm.
The revised policy has brought down tariffs to a baseline rate of 10%, paving the way for renewed investor confidence both internationally and in Pakistan.
READ MORE:
Trump Pauses Tariff for Few Nations Amid Market Fallout
On Thursday, bullish sentiment returned to PSX, as the KSE-100 Index surged by 2,036 points, closing at a remarkable 116,190 points, reflecting a 1.75% gain compared to the previous day’s closing.
Market activity also witnessed a substantial uptick. Trading volumes climbed with over 638 million shares exchanged, far outpacing the 448 million shares traded a day earlier.
Meanwhile, the total market value reached Rs. 36.92 billion, compared to Rs. 26.58 billion on the previous session showcasing a sharp rise in trading interest and liquidity.
During the day’s trade, 450 companies participated, of which 346 witnessed gains, while only 63 recorded losses, and 41 maintained unchanged prices a clear sign of investor optimism fueled by the Trump Tariff Relief decision.
The ripple effect was not limited to Pakistan. Wall Street experienced a historic boom following Trump’s tariff announcement.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average shot up by an astonishing 2,962 points (7.9%), hitting a record-breaking close at 40,608.45 its largest-ever single-day gain.
Major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 also skyrocketed, gaining nearly 10% and over 12%, respectively.
This global response to the Trump Tariff Relief highlights the interconnectedness of economic policies and stock markets.
READ MORE:
PSX Surges 3,000 Points After Trump’s Tariff Pause
The pause in tariffs has not only cooled trade tensions but also invigorated investor sentiment across continents.
For Pakistan, this development is a welcome breather for both the equity markets and the broader economy, especially as it navigates through inflationary pressures and structural reforms.
If sustained, this renewed market momentum may contribute to foreign investment inflows and economic stabilization efforts in the months ahead.
With the Trump Tariff Relief in place, traders and analysts are now hopeful for a period of stability and growth a chance to capitalize on market confidence and global optimism.
