ISLAMABAD, June 23: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) approved the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of LSE SPAC-II. This becomes the second Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) set for listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Moreover, it marks the 14th IPO approval in FY 2025–26, reflecting stronger …
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KARACHI, June 18,2026: Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, has directed the Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX) to speed up the development of physically deliverable agricultural futures contracts. He asked PMEX to prepare a clear roadmap for launching these contracts. In addition, he …
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KARACHI:June 17,2026:SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu has outlined a digital-first vision for Pakistan’s capital markets, aimed at making investing accessible, affordable, and secure for every Pakistani through fintech and innovation. During his visit to the Central Depository Company (CDC), Dr. Sidhu emphasized the role of technology in simplifying investor …
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Islamabad, February 11: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved the acquisition of a controlling stake in TPL Insurance Limited by Jazz International Holding Limited, marking a significant milestone for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Pakistan’s insurance sector. The transaction brings together a leading digital insurer and …
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Islamabad, August 7, 2025: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has filed a criminal complaint against the Company Secretary of a listed company, his four close relatives, and a private limited company over alleged involvement in insider trading. The complaint, submitted to the Special Court (Offenses in Banks) …
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August 7, 2025 – Islamabad: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled a series of transformative regulatory and developmental reforms aimed at strengthening the mutual funds industry and promoting financial inclusion across the country. In a press briefing held at SECP Headquarters, Commissioner Zeeshan Rehman Khattak reaffirmed …
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August 6, 2025 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released a comprehensive report titled “Healthcare Ecosystem in Pakistan”, which provides an in-depth look at the country’s healthcare infrastructure, market dynamics, stakeholder roles, and the growing significance of health insurance. The report places special emphasis on the …
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