Pakistan stocks extended their record rally as strong buying in banking and energy shares pushed the benchmark index sharply higher.
Pakistan's inflation eased to 11.1 percent in June, offering modest relief after months of rising prices across the economy.
Gold prices in Pakistan dropped another Rs5,200 per tola as weaker international rates continued to pull the local market lower.
The PSX stayed firmly higher at midday as broad-based buying in banks, energy and cement stocks lifted the KSE-100 Index.
Oil prices edged higher as uncertainty over peace efforts and falling US crude inventories kept traders focused on supply risks.
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Gold prices in Pakistan dropped below Rs425,000 per tola as weaker global demand and interest rate expectations weighed heavily.
Pakistan stocks recovered after Monday's losses, with the KSE-100 Index trading over 1,100 points higher in active midday trade.
Oil prices neared pre-war levels as traders watched diplomatic efforts and growing questions over future global fuel demand.