Pak Qatar General Takaful IPO reaches 40% upper cap on PSX, signals strong investor confidence
Pak Qatar General Takaful Limited makes history on the Pakistan Stock Exchange as its IPO hits the 40% upper price cap within hours, reflecting strong investor appetite for Islamic finance and capital market growth.
CJP Yahya Afridi Calls for Fast-Track Tax Litigation to Boost Investor Confidence
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has warned that prolonged tax litigation is straining fiscal space and hurting investor confidence, calling for urgent judicial reforms and stronger coordination with tax authorities.
SBP Cuts Policy Rate to 10.5% as KSE-100 Rallies Over 5,000 Points in November 2025
Pakistan’s central bank cuts policy rate by 50 basis points to 10.5 percent, reflecting stable inflation expectations, while the KSE-100 Index records strong gains in November 2025.
Pakistan Set to Re‑Enter Eurobond Market in 2026 as Financing Window Widens
Pakistan is preparing to issue a Eurobond in 2026 under its Global Medium-Term Note (GMTN) programme, marking a return to international capital markets after a multi‑year hiatus and sign‑posting renewed investor confidence.
SECP Approves Modern Book Building System to Transform IPO Process in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved a new Book Building System for IPOs, introducing a modernized framework that enhances transparency, investor confidence, and market participation while aligning Pakistan’s equity market with international best practices.
Pakistan Records Sharpest Drop in Default Risk, Second-Best Global Performer in Emerging Markets
Pakistan has posted one of the steepest declines in sovereign default risk worldwide, emerging as the second-best performer among global economies, according to CDS-implied data by Bloomberg. The improvement reflects rising investor confidence, policy stability, and ongoing IMF-backed reforms.
Pakistan Stock Exchange surges past 166,000 points to set new all-time high
The Pakistan Stock Exchange crossed 166,000 points for the first time in its history, reflecting investor optimism, corporate earnings momentum, and improved geopolitical and economic sentiment.
Pakistan raises Rs209bn through Ijarah Sukuk auction amid strong investor demand
The Government of Pakistan has successfully raised nearly Rs209 billion through its latest Ijarah Sukuk auction, exceeding its target amid robust investor appetite, highlighting confidence in the country’s Islamic finance market.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Breaks 162,000 Barrier Amid Strong Political and Economic Optimism
The Pakistan Stock Exchange soared to a record close above 162,000 points, driven by renewed US-Pakistan ties, optimism over the IMF review, and strong corporate earnings in key sectors.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Nears 160,000 Milestone Amid IMF Review and Power Sector Reforms
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed near the 160,000 milestone as investors cheered IMF’s ongoing review and government reforms, including a Rs1.2 trillion power sector refinancing deal. Energy and financial stocks drove the rally, setting the stage for record highs.