Influence of National Indicators on KSE Stock Index Variation

Nisar Ahmad Bazmi; Chaudhary Abdul Rehman

Nisar Ahmad Bazmi Superior University, Lahore-Pakistan.
Chaudhary Abdul Rehman Professor, Business School, Superior University, Lahore-Pakistan

Keywords: Stock Index Variation, Karachi Stock Exchange, National Indicators Influence, Influencing Indicators of Pakistan, KSE Stake Holders.

Abstract

The aim of this research article is investigates perceptions of Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) stake holders regarding influence of national indictors affecting on Karachi Stock Exchange index. Self-administered structured questionnaire distributed conveniently among 140 stake holders of Karachi Stock Exchange. Data analysed through SPSS version 20 and descriptive statistics mean frequency and % exposed; Karachi Stock Exchange stake holders perceived that national indicators have significant influence on Karachi Stock Exchange index variation. Results determine that due to political uncertainty in Pakistan effect on Karachi Stock Exchange Index variation. Conclusion matched with findings of previous studies also.

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