Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a notable increase in its daily turnover on November 13, 2026, reflecting a significant move in market activities. The turnover reached a total of 3.00 million transactions, marking a big move in trading volume.

The increase in trading activity comes in the wake of the latest directive from the Financial Monitoring Unit (FMU). According to the FMU's Circular No. 03 of 2026, issued on November 11, the minimum threshold for reporting Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) has been set at PKR 3,000,000, effective immediately. This mandate is part of the measures under the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2010, aimed at enhancing financial transparency and compliance among securities brokers.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the market's response to the new reporting threshold was evident in the heightened trading activities observed. This adjustment in the regulatory landscape is expected to impact the reporting entities under the AML Act of 2010 significantly.

The implementation of this threshold is intended to promote stricter compliance and monitoring of financial transactions within the market. All securities brokers have been advised to adhere to this new requirement, ensuring comprehensive reporting to the FMU.

The designated market category for this report remains focused on the implications of the Anti-Money Laundering Act and its influence on the trading environment. The PSX's performance amid these regulatory changes underscores the market's capacity to adapt and respond to evolving compliance standards.