PSBA Proposes Zero Capital Gains Tax on Long Term Holdings in Budget 2026-27
The Pakistan Stock Brokers Association has submitted budget proposals for 2026-27, calling for CGT exemptions on 3-year holdings and corporate tax cuts.
PSX KSE-100 Index Drops 3,700 Points as Oil Price Surge and Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Market
Pakistan Stock Exchange declines sharply with KSE-100 losing over 3,700 points as rising global oil prices, shipping disruptions and monetary policy uncertainty pressure investor sentiment
PSX Fixes Rs700 Buyback Price for Gillette Pakistan Delisting Application
Pakistan Stock Exchange’s Voluntary Delisting Committee sets Rs700 per share as the minimum buyback price for Gillette Pakistan, far above the sponsor’s offer of Rs216.49.
NBP Fund Management Achieves Rs106 Billion in Equity Assets, Leading Pakistani Investment Sector
NBP Fund Management Limited reaches a landmark Rs106 billion in stock market investments, reflecting 20 years of consistent growth and diversified equity-based portfolios for Pakistani investors.
SECP Amends Companies Regulations to Strengthen Minority Shareholder Protection
SECP has amended the Companies (Further Issue of Shares) Regulations, 2020 to regulate shares with differential rights, enhance transparency, and strengthen corporate governance.
AKD Securities Triples Revenue Amid Pakistan’s Bullish Stock Market
AKD Securities Ltd. has reported a threefold increase in revenue for FY25, driven by soaring trading volumes, bullish valuations, and strong performance of its own investment portfolio, reflecting renewed confidence in Pakistan’s equity markets.
MCB Bank partners with K-Trade to introduce smarter and seamless digital investment services for customers
MCB Bank has formed a strategic partnership with K-Trade to enhance digital investment accessibility, offering customers more seamless, technology-driven opportunities to participate in Pakistan’s capital markets.
Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab Added to MSCI Frontier Markets Index
In the November 2025 MSCI Index Review, Meezan Bank, Askari Bank, and Bank of Punjab have been included in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index, highlighting Pakistan’s growing representation in global frontier market equities and attracting potential foreign investment.
LSE Financial Services Revises Entitlement and Book Closure Timeline for Share Distribution Under Court-Approved Scheme
LSE Financial Services adjusts entitlement and book closure dates for its share distribution process following the Lahore High Court-approved Scheme of Arrangement, with the new schedule set for November 2025 and detailed allocation ratios confirmed.
Pakistan Set to Strengthen Standing in MSCI Frontier Markets Index Ahead of 2025 Review
Pakistan is expected to gain a stronger position in the MSCI Frontier Markets Index with new company inclusions forecasted for November 2025, although near-term foreign inflows are projected to remain limited.