The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) approved ten Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) for listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) during the first half of 2026. According to a press release issued by the Commission on Monday, the nine companies have already completed their IPOs, raising more than Rs20 billion through public offerings, […]
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Pakistan to launch investor-friendly stock market app next month
Scheduled for launch in July 2026, the Asaan Connect App is a flagship digital initiative being developed under the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)’s guidance to simplify access to investment services including stock market. The country’s top securities regulator in a statement said this initiative will expand financial inclusion, and attract a new […]
SECP registers 2,993 new companies in March
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 2,993 new companies in March 2026, showing an 11 percent increase compared to the same month last year. This growth reflects rising investor confidence in Pakistan’s corporate sector. It also highlights SECP’s continued focus on digital transformation and ease of doing business, in line with the […]
SECP issues show-cause notices to 41 SOEs over legal violations
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued show cause notices to 41 state-owned enterprises (SOEs) for failing to submit their annual audited accounts and annual returns. Hearings for the non-compliant entities have been scheduled. The action is part of SECP’s ongoing efforts to improve transparency, strengthen corporate governance and support the government’s […]
SECP eases stock market access for small investors
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has increased the investment limit for Sahulat Accounts from Rs 1 million to Rs 3 million, bringing it in line with limits allowed in the banking sector. The move aims to make stock market investment easier and more accessible for small retail investors. SECP has also allowed […]
SECP engagement leads to mandatory motor third-party insurance in Sindh
The Government of Sindh has formally introduced amendments in the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2026, making third-party liability insurance mandatory for all vehicles registered in the province to enhance financial protection for road accident victims. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has been continuously engaging with provincial governments to strengthen the legal framework […]
SECP Reforms and a Feasible Business Environment
Pakistan’s economy currently stands at a critical crossroads. After many years, long-standing traditional barriers are being dismantled, and the foundations of a modern, transparent system are being laid. In the recent past, several bold steps have been taken to align the country’s regulatory framework with international standards, and the positive outcomes of these reforms are […]
SECP signs MoU with PSX to get access to new surveillance system
The Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance oversight of the capital markets through a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement, formalised at a ceremony at PSX on September 23 grants the SECP direct access to PSX’s New Surveillance […]
SECP warns companies against illegal deposit taking from public
ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has clarified that mere registration of a company with SECP did not authorize it to seek deposits from the general public. Deposit taking by companies other than banking companies is illegal in terms of section 84 of the Companies Act 2017, said a press release issued […]
SECP approves framework for direct listing of companies at PSX
ISLAMABAD: In continuation of its efforts for creating an enabling eco-system to improve capital formation in the country, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), in coordination with Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), has approved a framework for Direct Listing of companies at PSX. Direct listing, unlike conventional offerings, is a process whereby a company […]