Karachi: Pakistani stocks ended slightly higher Monday, but trade remained thin as investors awaited clarity on the proposed implementation of margin trading.
"Investors are hopeful that margin trading would be implemented soon, which is why the index has been steady," said Mohammad Asif, group chief at brokers Taurus Securities.
"However, the low turnover indicates that they are cautious about the process and would want more clarity before taking fresh positions," he said.
The Karachi Stock Exchange's benchmark 100-share index ended 0.11 per cent, or 10.61 points, higher at 10,063.58.
Turnover fell to 65.05 million shares, compared with 66.53 million shares traded on Friday.
In the currency market, the rupee eased to 85.77/87 to the dollar, down from 85.65/70 on Friday.
