Best Real-Time Market Data Platforms in Pakistan

As Pakistan’s financial markets grow in complexity and volatility, the demand for real-time, reliable, and localised data has never been higher. Whether you’re a bank, corporate treasurer, trader, or fintech developer — choosing the right market data platforms can be a strategic advantage.

Here’s a rundown of the top real-time market data platforms in Pakistan

1. PSX Data Services (Direct Feed)

• Official real-time Level 1 and Level 2 PSX feed, with full depth of market and time & sales data.
• Highest data fidelity but comes with licensing hurdles and steep fees.
• Primarily suited for institutions and brokers.

2. Sarmaaya

• One of the most comprehensive platforms for PSX stock data, screener tools, heatmaps, and financial news.
• Features portfolio tracking and TradingView integration.
• Offers free and premium versions — well-liked by retail and semi-professional users.

3. Tresmark

• Pakistan-focused financial terminal providing real-time treasury data, economic indicators, and in-depth market analytics tailored for corporate treasuries, banks, investment firms.
• Live access to interbank FX rates Pakistan, especially USDPKR interbank rate, secondary bond markets, money market yields, swap curves, and macro projections.
• Multi-asset dashboard terminal covering forex, commodities, PSX stocks, SBP money market rates, economic indicators, news and more
• Designed to meet the specific needs of treasury desks — offering an alternative to Bloomberg in Pakistan
• Trusted by major banks and corporates in Pakistan.

4. CapitalStake

• Authorized PSX data vendor offering APIs for live equity quotes, charts, and corporate financials.
• Perfect for fintech developers building apps or broker tools.
• Offers customization and integration support.

5. Global Platforms: TradingView & Investing.com

• TradingView supports PSX charts and indicators.
• com offers economic data, stock prices, and news for Pakistan.
• Great for global context, though refresh rates and local accuracy can vary.