{"id":10224,"date":"2025-07-09T12:36:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T12:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/floretcapitals.com\/enterprise\/?p=10224"},"modified":"2025-07-20T23:34:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-20T23:34:51","slug":"history-of-psx-pakistan-stock-exchange","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/floretcapitals.com\/enterprise\/history-of-psx-pakistan-stock-exchange\/","title":{"rendered":"PSX History: The Evolution of Pakistan&#8217;s Stock Market"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The PSX history represents a remarkable journey from Pakistan&#8217;s fragmented stock market system to today&#8217;s unified digital trading platform. Understanding this transformation reveals how Pakistan&#8217;s financial markets have evolved to serve modern investors and support economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The Beginning: Karachi Stock Exchange Era<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Pakistan&#8217;s stock market story begins in 1947 when the Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) was established as the country&#8217;s first formal securities trading venue. Initially operating from a modest building in Karachi&#8217;s financial district, the KSE started with just five companies listed on its main board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The early years were challenging. Trading volumes remained low, and the market primarily served local businesses seeking capital for expansion. However, the foundation was set for what would become Pakistan&#8217;s most important financial institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Key Milestones in Early Development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The 1960s marked a turning point for the Karachi Stock Exchange. The introduction of the KSE-100 index in 1991 provided investors with their first comprehensive benchmark for tracking market performance. This index included the top 100 companies by market capitalisation and became the primary indicator of Pakistan&#8217;s stock market health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">During this period, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) was established to regulate and oversee the growing securities market. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.secp.gov.pk\/\">SECP<\/a> played a crucial role in developing proper regulatory frameworks and ensuring fair trading practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The Multi-Exchange System<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">By the 1990s, Pakistan operated three separate stock exchanges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE)<\/strong>: The largest and most liquid market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE)<\/strong>: Serving Punjab&#8217;s commercial hub<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE)<\/strong>: Catering to the capital region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">This fragmented system created several challenges. Trading volumes were split across multiple venues, reducing liquidity. Companies often listed on multiple exchanges, creating complexity for investors. The lack of integration also limited the market&#8217;s ability to attract international investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The Push for Integration<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Recognising these limitations, Pakistani authorities began planning for market integration in the early 2000s. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psx.com.pk\/\">PSX<\/a> integration project aimed to create a single, unified trading platform that would:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Increase market liquidity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Reduce trading costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Attract foreign investment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Improve regulatory oversight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Enhance technological capabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan led this initiative, working closely with stakeholders to ensure smooth transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Birth of Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">On 11 January 2016, the three exchanges officially merged to form the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). This historic merger created Pakistan&#8217;s single national stock exchange, headquartered in Karachi with regional offices in Lahore and Islamabad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The new PSX brought together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Over 550 listed companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Combined market capitalisation exceeding PKR 7 trillion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Unified trading systems and settlement processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Standardised listing requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Technological Transformation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The PSX launch coincided with major technological upgrades. The new exchange implemented:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Electronic Trading System<\/strong>: Replacing open outcry trading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Real-time Market Data<\/strong>: Providing instant price information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Automated Settlement<\/strong>: Reducing settlement time and risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Mobile Trading Apps<\/strong>: Enabling retail investor participation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">These improvements significantly enhanced market efficiency and accessibility for both institutional and retail investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The China Connection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">A significant development in PSX history occurred in 2016 when a Chinese consortium acquired 40% of the exchange. This strategic partnership brought:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">International expertise in exchange operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Access to Chinese capital markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Technology transfer and knowledge sharing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Enhanced credibility with global investors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The partnership aligned with China&#8217;s Belt and Road Initiative, positioning PSX as a key financial gateway for regional trade and investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Modern PSX: Key Features and Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Today&#8217;s PSX operates as a comprehensive financial marketplace offering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Securities Trading<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Equities<\/strong>: Shares of listed companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Debt Securities<\/strong>: Corporate bonds and government securities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)<\/strong>: Diversified investment products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Derivatives<\/strong>: Futures contracts and options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Market Segments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Main Board<\/strong>: Established companies meeting strict listing criteria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>GEM Board<\/strong>: Growth Enterprise Market for smaller companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>SME Board<\/strong>: Small and Medium Enterprise segment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Trading Platforms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Modern PSX investors can access markets through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Professional trading terminals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Mobile applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Online trading platforms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">PSX market watch facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Integration with Commodity Markets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The PSX ecosystem also includes connections to commodity trading through the Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX). This integration allows investors to diversify across:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Agricultural commodities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Energy products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Precious metals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Currency instruments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Brokers like Floret Commodities provide specialised services for commodity trading, complementing traditional securities trading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Regulatory Framework and Oversight<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan maintains comprehensive oversight of PSX operations. Key regulatory functions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Market Surveillance<\/strong>: Monitoring trading activities for irregularities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Listing Oversight<\/strong>: Ensuring companies meet disclosure requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Broker Regulation<\/strong>: Licensing and supervising securities brokers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Investor Protection<\/strong>: Safeguarding retail investor interests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">This robust regulatory framework has enhanced investor confidence and attracted international participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Performance and Growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Since its formation, PSX has achieved several milestones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Market Capitalisation<\/strong>: Grown to over PKR 10 trillion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Daily Trading Volume<\/strong>: Regularly exceeds PKR 20 billion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Listed Companies<\/strong>: Over 550 companies across various sectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>International Recognition<\/strong>: Inclusion in emerging market indices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The KSE-100 index, now the primary PSX benchmark, has demonstrated remarkable growth, reflecting Pakistan&#8217;s economic development and corporate sector expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Challenges and Adaptations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Like all emerging markets, PSX has faced various challenges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Market Volatility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Political uncertainty and economic fluctuations have caused periodic volatility. However, the exchange has implemented circuit breakers and other risk management tools to maintain orderly trading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Liquidity Concerns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Some smaller stocks suffer from limited liquidity. PSX has addressed this through market-making initiatives and encouraging institutional participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Technology Upgrades<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Continuous investment in technology infrastructure ensures the exchange remains competitive with international standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The Digital Evolution<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Recent years have seen PSX embrace digital transformation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Online Account Opening<\/strong>: Simplified investor onboarding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Mobile Trading<\/strong>: Comprehensive mobile applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Digital Settlement<\/strong>: Faster and more secure transactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Data Analytics<\/strong>: Advanced market analysis tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">These developments have made stock trading more accessible to ordinary Pakistanis, supporting financial inclusion objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Future Outlook<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">PSX continues evolving to meet modern market demands. Key focus areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Market Expansion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Attracting more companies to list<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Developing new financial products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Expanding regional partnerships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Enhancing foreign investor access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Technology Innovation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Implementing blockchain technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Developing artificial intelligence tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Improving cybersecurity measures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Creating better user interfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Regulatory Enhancement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Working with SECP to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Streamline listing procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Strengthen corporate governance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Improve market transparency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Enhance investor protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>The Role of PSX in Pakistan&#8217;s Economy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Today&#8217;s PSX serves multiple economic functions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Capital Formation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Companies raise billions of rupees annually through IPOs and rights issues, funding business expansion and job creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Investment Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">PSX provides Pakistanis with opportunities to participate in economic growth through stock ownership and investment funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Price Discovery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The exchange facilitates efficient price discovery for securities, helping allocate capital to productive uses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Economic Indicator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">PSX performance serves as a barometer of economic health and investor confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">The PSX history reflects Pakistan&#8217;s financial market maturation from a small regional exchange to a modern, integrated platform serving millions of investors. This transformation from the original Karachi Stock Exchange to today&#8217;s unified Pakistan Stock Exchange demonstrates the power of vision, planning, and technological innovation in financial market development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">As Pakistan continues its economic journey, PSX remains central to capital formation, investment, and economic growth. The exchange&#8217;s evolution from manual trading floors to digital platforms mirrors the country&#8217;s broader modernisation efforts and positions it well for future opportunities in the global financial system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-call-to-action uagb-block-5ab78d81 wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-cta__wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-cta__title\">Call To Action<\/h3><p class=\"uagb-cta__desc\"><strong>Ready to Start Trading?<\/strong><br>Explore investment opportunities on PSX today. Open an account with a licensed broker and join thousands of investors participating in Pakistan&#8217;s economic growth story.<a href=\"https:\/\/floretcommodities.com\/\">https:\/\/floretcommodities.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"uagb-cta__buttons\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"uagb-cta__button-link-wrapper wp-block-button__link\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read More<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-dfd49e30 uagb-faq-icon-row-reverse uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-5e42771c \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 256 512\"><path d=\"M64 448c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L178.8 256L41.38 118.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l160 160c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C80.38 444.9 72.19 448 64 448z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>When was the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) officially formed?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) was officially formed on 11 January 2016 through the merger of three existing exchanges: Karachi Stock Exchange, Lahore Stock Exchange, and Islamabad Stock Exchange.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-f8733944 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 256 512\"><path d=\"M64 448c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L178.8 256L41.38 118.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l160 160c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C80.38 444.9 72.19 448 64 448z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 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