Pakistan’s capital market enabled 21 listed companies to raise more than Rs. 20 billion during FY2025–26 to finance business expansion, new projects, and increased production capacity, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
The regulator said 10 listed companies secured over Rs. 16.7 billion through capital-raising methods other than rights issues, while 11 companies raised nearly Rs. 3.8 billion through rights issues.
According to the SECP, the funds will be utilized to expand business operations, launch new projects, and enhance production capacity, underscoring the growing importance of Pakistan’s capital market as a source of long-term financing.
The commission noted that rights issues also provided existing shareholders with an opportunity to increase their investment in companies in which they already hold equity, supporting corporate growth while preserving shareholder participation.
The SECP emphasized that stronger equity financing promotes business expansion, industrial development, and overall economic growth by reducing companies’ reliance on bank borrowing for long-term funding.
The regulator reaffirmed its commitment to implementing reforms aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s capital market, enhancing investor confidence, and encouraging more companies to raise funds through the equity market.
