SECP Proposes Legal Framework for Licensing and Regulation of Waqf Management Companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has proposed a new amendment to the Companies Act, 2017 to regulate Waqf management companies. The framework introduces modern Waqf structures, safeguards Shariah compliance, and opens pathways for Islamic social finance growth.
SECP Releases Detailed FAQs on Mergers, Amalgamations, and Winding Up of Companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has issued detailed FAQs to guide companies, legal practitioners, and advisors on mergers, winding up, and revival processes, simplifying regulatory compliance and supporting corporate restructuring.
DigiKhata Secures NBFC Lending License from SECP to Expand Digital Credit Solutions
DigiKhata Financial Services Ltd. has been granted an NBFC lending license by the SECP, marking its entry into regulated digital credit services to bridge Pakistan’s SME financing gap and boost financial inclusion.
SECP Registers 3,278 New Companies in August With IT Sector Driving Growth
SECP registered 3,278 new companies in August 2025, with IT and e-commerce leading incorporations. Nearly all registrations were processed digitally, bringing the total to 265,587 companies nationwide.
Islamabad High Court Suspends SECP Directive Against United Insurance Company
The Islamabad High Court has suspended SECP’s directive that halted United Insurance Company’s guarantee business operations, granting interim relief to the insurer while legal proceedings continue.
Mobilink Bank and SECP Partner to Digitize Corporate Banking in Pakistan
Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited (MMBL) has signed an MoU with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) to digitize and simplify corporate bank account opening for SECP-registered companies, advancing corporate governance and ease of doing business.
Counting What Counts: Pakistan’s First Digital Economic Census
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced new requirements for Digital Asset Management Companies (Digital AMCs) to offer Digital Asset Management Services (DAMS), setting conditions for licensing, digital platforms, and operational standards.
SECP Issues Regulatory Framework for Digital AMCs to Undertake DAMS
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced new requirements for Digital Asset Management Companies (Digital AMCs) to offer Digital Asset Management Services (DAMS), setting conditions for licensing, digital platforms, and operational standards.
SECP Outlines Phased Roadmap for ISSB Standards Adoption in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has shared its phased roadmap for adopting ISSB sustainability reporting standards, signaling its proactive role in aligning with global ESG practices and strengthening regional cooperation under the OIC framework.
SECP Mandates Phased Adoption of Shariah-Compliant Trading for Licensed Entities
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has directed institutional investors and licensed entities to gradually adopt Shariah-compliant brokerage services, with a phased plan beginning in 2025 to align financial markets with Islamic principles.