⚡ Flash Summary

JS Momentum Factor Exchange Traded Fund (the Fund) reported its unaudited financial statements for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. The Fund’s return was 25.82% for the quarter, falling short of the benchmark return of 27.64%. Net Assets increased substantially from PKR 730.11 million to PKR 999.67 million. The Management Company maintained its ‘AM2++’ rating, reflecting strong management quality and governance.

📌 Key Takeaways

• 🥳 Fund’s return: 25.82% for the quarter ended September 30, 2025.
• 📉 Benchmark return: 27.64% for the same period.
• ⬆️ Net Assets: Increased from PKR 730.11 million (June 30, 2025) to PKR 999.67 million (September 30, 2025).
• ⚖️ Total expense ratio: 2.82%, including 0.42% of government levies.
• ⭐ Asset manager rating: Maintained ‘AM2++’, reflecting strong management quality.
• 💹 KSE-100 Index: Surged 31.7% in Q1FY26 to close at 165,494 points.
• 📊 Trading activity: Average daily volumes almost doubled, reaching 948 million shares.
• 💰 Trading value: More than doubled year-on-year, reaching PKR 44.2 billion.
• 💸 Foreign investors: Recorded net outflows of USD 132.0 million.
• 🤝 Mutual Funds & Individuals: Emerged as principal net buyers.
• 📈 Headline inflation: Averaged 4.22%, down from 9.22% the previous year.
• 🏦 State Bank of Pakistan: Maintained policy rate at 11%.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the information, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate for JS Momentum Factor Exchange Traded Fund. While Net Assets grew substantially, the underperformance relative to the benchmark and high expense ratio raise concerns. Given strong surge in KSE100 index (+31.7% Q1FY26), a 25.82% return does not seem impressive. A price target cannot be precisely determined, but continuous monitoring and review is advised over the next 6-12 months to assess the sustainability of its asset growth and return on benchmark.