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SECP registers 14,802 new companies in first four months of FY26

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ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has registered 14,802 new companies in the first four months of FY26, with nearly all incorporations processed online through the eZfile system. The total paid-up capital of these companies stood at Rs20.59 billion, bringing the total number of registered companies in the country to 272,918. Private […]

SECP unveils new book-building system to modernize capital markets

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KARACHI– The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) announced on Tuesday that it has approved a new book-building mechanism to modernize the country’s capital markets, promote fair pricing, and enhance transparency in public offerings. Under the revised framework, securities brokers, banks, development finance institutions (DFIs), and mutual funds will be able to participate directly […]

SECP proposes framework to strengthen industry associations

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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released a Consultation Paper on Standard Principles for Recognition and Conduct of Industry Associations, introducing a strategic framework aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s financial sector through enhanced self-regulation. In today’s dynamic regulatory landscape, industry associations are increasingly moving beyond their conventional role as advocacy bodies. Globally, they […]

Finance minister highlights Pakistan crypto council’s role in digital future

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Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, emphasized the crucial role of the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) in shaping the nation’s digital future. During the council’s inaugural meeting in Islamabad, Aurangzeb stated that the PCC would serve as a key platform, connecting regulators and industry stakeholders. This collaboration aims to create a responsible and forward-thinking […]

Finance ministry takes charge of crypto rules, excludes science ministry

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The Ministry of Finance has taken over Pakistan’s cryptocurrency regulations, pushing the Ministry of Science and Technology aside. The Science Ministry, led by Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, had been working on rules for digital assets with help from various government officials. However, the Finance Ministry’s control over financial policies allowed it to step in. Before […]

SECP issues guidelines for Green Bonds issuance

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ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Friday issued guidelines for the issuance of green bonds in Pakistan. The Guidelines provide an easy and efficient procedure for issuance with a concise offer document/prospectus. All issuers who are eligible to issue debt securities, including Sukuk either by way of a public offer or private […]

SECP warns companies against illegal deposit taking from public

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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 […]

Swati fingers at railway officers, police in illegal land occupation

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ISLAMABAD: Minister for Railways Azam Khan Swati on Monday said that the Pakistan Railways will come out of heavy losses within the period of six to nine months. Addressing a press conference, he said that he has been in the Ministry of Railways for the last five months and it has become a for-profit institution […]

Tax reform suggestions for budget 2021-2022

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Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin on May 3, 2021 gave a policy statement on the economy and the IMF conditions, stating that, “IMF did injustice to Pakistan by asking the government of Pakistan to increase its electricity tariff, in order to reduce the circular debt, because this price hike is increasing inflation, had stopped the economy […]