The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed a volatile three-day trading week on a positive note, with the benchmark KSE-100 index finishing at 179,571.
The recovery was driven by a strong rally in the final session, which helped offset losses incurred over the previous two days.
Energy and cement stocks led the turnaround, with Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDC) and major cement producers posting significant gains to anchor the market's close.
The rebound came as global equity markets staged a tentative recovery, climbing out of a sharp sell-off that had gripped technology shares and broader indices earlier in the week.
While the global rebound offered a brief respite for investors, sentiment remained cautious as markets navigated persistent headwinds.
In neighboring India, equity benchmarks also posted modest gains, supported by a dip in crude oil prices that provided a counterweight to broader economic concerns.