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Index divisor.

The index divisor is a number used to convert total market value into the index level and keep it consistent over time.

Definition

An index level equals the combined free-float market capitalisation of its members divided by the divisor. The divisor is adjusted for corporate actions and constituent changes so the index does not jump artificially when, for example, a company issues bonus shares.

Worked example

If members' free-float value totals Rs. 12 trillion and the divisor produces a KSE-100 of 120,000, the divisor keeps that ratio stable through rebalancings.

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