Karachi: The Karachi Internet Trading System (KITS) will undergo scheduled maintenance today, rendering it temporarily inaccessible to market participants from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The maintenance is part of routine activities to ensure the smooth functioning of the trading system, which is vital for facilitating stock transactions on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).

The notice, dated March 30, 2026, was issued to Trading Right Entitlement Certificate (TREC) holders and brokers associated with the PSX. It urges all stakeholders to complete their Off-Hour Orders (OHO) and synchronize their back-office operations, known as Backtalk, before the maintenance window begins at 6:00 p.m. This precautionary measure aims to prevent any potential disruptions that could arise due to the temporary unavailability of the trading system.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the maintenance is a planned effort to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the trading infrastructure. The PSX plays a crucial role in the trading market category by providing a platform for buying and selling securities, and the timely upkeep of its systems is essential for maintaining market integrity.

Market participants are advised to plan their activities accordingly to accommodate the scheduled downtime of the KITS services. The PSX has not indicated any expected changes in trading volumes or market behavior resulting from this maintenance period.