SECP Registers 5,003 New Companies in Pakistan During October 2026
SECP registers 5,003 new companies in October, taking Pakistan’s total to 321,794, with IT, trading and services leading new business registrations.
SECP Launches Two-Month Shariah-Compliant Investment Competition for Women in Pakistan
SECP and Iqra University have launched a two-month investment competition to promote women’s financial literacy, Shariah-compliant investing and greater participation in Pakistan’s capital markets.
SECP Says REITs Can Formalise Pakistan’s Real Estate Market and Boost Investment
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan highlighted how regulated Real Estate Investment Trusts can formalise the property sector, attract private investment and connect real estate with capital markets.
SECP Launches Targeted Financial Sanctions Guidebook for Regulated Entities
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has issued a guidebook on targeted financial sanctions to help regulated entities strengthen compliance and prevent terrorist financing and other illicit financial activity.
PSHL Acquires 25.42% Stake in Asia Insurance Company Limited
Private Stock Holding Limited has completed the acquisition of 18.56 million shares, representing a 25.42% stake in Asia Insurance Company Limited, from InsuResilience Investment Fund following prior approval from SECP.
SECP Company Registrations Reach 317,002 in Pakistan in September 2026
SECP registered 5,241 new companies in September 2026, raising Pakistan’s total to 317,002. Information Technology led sector-wise registrations, while 99.9% of new incorporations were completed online.
SECP Proposes Professional Qualification Framework for Insolvency Experts in Pakistan
SECP proposes a professional qualification framework for official liquidators and insolvency experts covering training, certification, CPD and ethical standards.
SECP Proposes Insurance Bond Reforms to Strengthen Guarantees and Protect Businesses
SECP has proposed reforms to Pakistan’s insurance bond and guarantee framework, covering bid bonds, performance bonds, advance payments and customs guarantees.
Senate Panel Calls for IMF Terms Renegotiation to Protect Pakistan’s EPZs and SEZs
A Senate subcommittee has urged the government to renegotiate IMF terms that could phase out Export Processing Zones and Special Economic Zones by 2035, while also discussing banking, EVs, tax facilitation and digitalisation.
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan Approves 10 IPOs in First Half of 2026
The SECP reports a historic surge in capital market listings, with nine companies raising over 20 billion rupees through diverse public offerings.