Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced a temporary suspension of trading activities for several Government of Pakistan Ijarah Sukuk (GIS) due to upcoming rental payments. The suspension will affect the clearing and settlement processes at the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) and the movement in Sub Accounts/Investor Accounts at the Central Depository Company (CDC).

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the rental payments for the GIS issued through primary market auction on October 21, 2024, are scheduled for October 21, 2025. The securities impacted include the three-year fixed rental rate GIS with a maturity date of October 21, 2027. Trading for this particular security will be suspended from October 16, 2025, to October 20, 2025, while the shut period for CDC accounts will be from October 17, 2025, to October 20, 2025.

The designated market category for these securities remains unchanged. Investors and market participants have been duly informed and are advised to take note of the suspension schedule.