The Universal Insurance Company Limited Experiences Significant Shift on Pakistan Stock Exchange

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The Universal Insurance Company Limited, listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange since 1969, has seen a notable fluctuation in its share price as of October 17, 2025. The company's share price stood at Rs. 25.57, with a daily weighted average rate of Rs. 24.90. This significant move highlights the dynamic nature of the insurance sector on the exchange.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Universal Insurance Company Limited's share price stood at Rs. 25.57 as of October 17, 2025, with a daily weighted average rate of Rs. 24.90.
  • The company has a paid-up capital of Rs. 500 million and concludes its financial year in December.
  • The company's distributions for 2023 and 2024 were reported as NIL, with no disclosed distributions for 2025.
  • The par value of the shares is Rs. 10, and the market lot is set at 1.
  • The previous book closure occurred on April 22.
  • The company's shares hit a high of Rs. 13.08 and a low of Rs. 5 for the period from January to September 2025, with a turnover of 8.57 million.
  • The company's earnings per share (EPS) for 2023/2024 was Rs. 2.22.
  • The company's performance represents a significant percentage change in the market, reflecting the dynamic nature of the insurance sector on the exchange.
  • The company has been listed since 1969 and has a long history on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

Statistics:

  • Share price: Rs. 25.57 (as of October 17, 2025)
  • Daily weighted average rate: Rs. 24.90 (as of October 17, 2025)

*Paid-up capital: Rs. 500 million

  • Financial year end: December
  • Distributions (2023 and 2024): NIL
  • Distributions (2025): Not disclosed
  • Par value: Rs. 10
  • Market lot: 1
  • Book closure date: April 22 (previous)
  • High share price (January-September 2025): Rs. 13.08
  • Low share price (January-September 2025): Rs. 5
  • Turnover (January-September 2025): 8.57 million
  • EPS (2023/2024): Rs. 2.22

Sources:

  • The Universal Insurance Company Limited listing information (date not specified)
  • Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) data and information (date not specified)