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SECP Registers 10,500+ New Companies as Foreign Investment Jumps 218%
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 10,511 new companies between February and April 2026, reflecting a 21 percent increase compared to 8,693 companies incorporated…
Pakistan Launches Capital Market Development Fund to Boost Investor Participation
Pakistan has launched a new industry-backed initiative, the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF), with an initial investment of Rs. 120 million (Rs. 12 crore), aimed…
Punjab Becomes First Province to Launch General Insurance Company
Punjab has become the first province in Pakistan to establish a general insurance company, marking a historic shift in public sector financial services across the…
SECP Unveils Comprehensive ETF Reform Roadmap to Boost ETF Market in Pakistan
To support the development of the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) market in Pakistan through improved liquidity, enhanced investor access, and broader market outreach, the Securities…
SECP Drafts New Rules for Investor Account Onboarding
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) proposed major anti-money-laundering rule changes, simplifying and securing digital account opening processes for investors. The SECP drafted…
SECP Says No Market Breakdown Despite PSX Decline During US-Iran War
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has said Pakistan’s capital market remained resilient during the third quarter of FY2025–26 despite sharp volatility linked to the US-Iran conflict…
SECP Approves Two New IPOs as Pakistan Stock Market Listings Reach 11 in FY 2025-26
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan) has approved two new initial public offerings (IPOs), bringing the total number…
SECP Approves New Real Estate Investment Opportunity at PSX
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan) has approved a new investment avenue for the public through the Offer…
SECP Proposes “Swing Pricing” to Protect Mutual Fund Investors
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) recently proposed a structural update for the financial sector. The regulatory body introduced a framework called “Swing…
SECP Issues Guidebook to Promote Shariah-Compliant Halal Lending in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released a comprehensive guidebook aimed at helping Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) design and offer Shariah-compliant financing products, expanding…
SECP Registers Nearly 3,000 New Companies in March 2026
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 2,993 new companies in March 2026, reflecting an 11% year-on-year increase, according to official data. The rise indicates…
SECP Expands Contributory Pension System Across Provinces
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved new pension funds, increasing the total number for Punjab and Balochistan to strengthen government retirement…
SECP Proposes ESG Mutual Funds to Boost Sustainable Investment in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has proposed the launch of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) mutual funds, aiming to open new avenues for investors…
