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.
SECP Issues Circular to Standardize Corporate Bank Account Opening
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced a standardized board resolution format for corporate bank account openings, aiming to reduce compliance delays, improve transparency, and accelerate digital transformation in the financial sector.
SECP Launches Capital Market Development Fund to Boost Investor Literacy and Market Growth
SECP has operationalized the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF) with contributions from PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX to enhance financial literacy, expand outreach, and strengthen Pakistan’s capital markets through investor education and capacity building.
SECP and PBA Join Hands to Unlock Capital Market Potential for Banks
The SECP and Pakistan Banks’ Association are jointly hosting a workshop on “Unlocking Capital Market Potential for Banks,” bringing together regulators, banks, and market participants to explore strategies for deeper collaboration, financial innovation, and sustainable growth.
Government Quietly Approves Over 50 Tax Exemptions Covering SBP, Fauji Foundation, Army Welfare Trust and More Under Finance Bill 2025-26
Pakistan’s Finance Bill 2025-26 quietly delivers over 50 tax exemptions benefiting state institutions, charitable organizations, and international financial bodies, raising questions on fiscal transparency and long-term economic impact.