Pakistan’s IT and E-Commerce Sectors Add 652 Companies, Powering SECP’s Record 3,442 Registrations in January 2025

Islamabad: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has attained a significant milestone by registering an unprecedented number of companies, totaling 3,442, within a single month. This figure represents a 39% increase relative to the monthly average of the preceding year. This unprecedented achievement reflects SECP’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment and promoting ease of doing business in Pakistan.

During the month of January, 2025, SECP registered companies across diverse sectors, with a significant concentration in key industries. The Information Technology (IT) and e-commerce sectors experienced the most significant expansion, with the addition of 652 new enterprises. The commerce sector experienced the establishment of 463 new enterprises, while the services sector saw the formation of 411 new companies. Additionally, the Real Estate Development and Construction sector registered 311 new companies.

Several sectors have recorded new registrations, Tourism and Transport with 242, Food and Beverages with 158, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals with 233, Fuel and Energy with 81, Education with 124, Mining and Quarrying with 119, Marketing and Advertisement with 86, Textiles with 79, and Corporate Agricultural Farming with 73. Additional sectors that have contributed to this growth encompass Automotive and Allied Industries, Power Generation, Sports and Related Fields, Tobacco, among others, resulting in the establishment of 650 new companies.

Additionally, the trend towards incorporation underscores an increasing inclination towards various forms of business structures. Private enterprises constituted 58% of the overall new registrations, whereas single-member companies comprised 38%. The remaining 4% included unlisted corporations, non-profit organizations, trade organizations and LLPs.

SECP’s continued digital transformation, simplified registration processes, and facilitative regulatory framework have played a crucial role in achieving this milestone. The surge in company registrations is a testament to Pakistan’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem and the increasing confidence of investors in the country’s regulatory framework.

SECP remains committed to supporting business growth through ongoing reforms and digitization initiatives, ensuring seamless company incorporation and compliance processes.