Investors chose to remain on the sidelines ahead of the monetary policy announcement and absence of triggers

Concerns over international markets and regulatory tightening wiped off earlier gains.

Falling crude oil prices and yuan devaluation wreaked havoc at the bourse.

MQM’s resignation from parliament negatively impacts the market.

Start of results season failed to make meaninful impact on the market.

Losses in the oil sector were offset by gains for the banking sector.

All sectors except oil witnessed stellar gains during the week

Low inflation numbers and improving macros pushed the index past 35,000.

Institutional and foreign selling were witnessed as fiscal year draws to a close.

Lack of triggers and political turmoil soured the mood at the bourse.