Building a Stronger Pakistan, Together. This Independence Day, SECP remains committed to fostering business growth, empowering investors, promoting financial inclusion and strengthening capital markets. Together, we can build a more prosperous Pakistan. Pakistan Zindabad! 🇵🇰

SECP Releases Insurance Industry Statistics Report 2025 Pakistan's insurers settled over 1 million claims in 2025, with gross premiums rising 15% to Rs. 778 billion and total assets reaching Rs. 4.1 trillion. Access the full report here: secp.gov.pk/document/insuran… #SECP #Insurance2025 #Pakistan #Takaful #PolicyholderTrust

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs for Business Growth! The SECP hosted an educational visit for participants of the Islamabad Women’s Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IWCCI) at its Head Office. The delegation was led by IWCCI President Ms. Samina Fazil and aimed to provide aspiring and established women entrepreneurs with practical insights into Pakistan's formal business environment to help them build, manage, and scale sustainable businesses. During the visit, SECP officials conducted detailed capacity-building sessions tailored for the participants. Mr. Murtaza Naqvi (Joint Director) delivered a session on Regulatory Compliance, Business Structures, and Corporate Governance, emphasizing the importance of compliance and strong governance practices. Ms. Saila Jamshaid (Additional Registrar) presented on the Company Registration and Incorporation Process, offering step-by-step guidance on formalizing enterprises. This initiative underscores SECP's ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive corporate ecosystem, supporting women-led enterprises, and promoting formal economic growth across Pakistan. #SECP #IWCCI #WomenEntrepreneurs #IExcel #CorporateGovernance #BusinessGrowth #FinancialInclusion #Islamabad

ABAD Members Consider Corporatization and REITs After SECP Briefing Members of the Association of Builders and Developers of Pakistan (ABAD) are actively considering corporatization and REIT registration following an awareness session led by SECP Commissioner Muzaffar Ahmed Mirza at ABAD's head office in Karachi. ABAD Chairman Mohammed Hassan Bakshi, Senior Vice Chairman Syed Afzal Hameed and Vice Chairman Tariq Aziz Memon attended the session alongside representatives of the builder and developer community. The briefing covered how incorporation creates a separate legal entity and limits shareholder liability, how the eZfile platform and digital registry integration have made filings faster and simpler, and how corporate status can improve access to finance and domestic and international markets while strengthening credibility, transparency and business continuity. ABAD leadership appreciated SECP's outreach and agreed to coordinate on recommendations concerning the real estate sector under the Companies Act, 2017. The future of Pakistan's real estate is formal, transparent and investment-ready. #ABAD #SECP #REITs #Corporatization #RealEstatePakistan #Karachi #BusinessReforms #Investment

SECP Proposes Measures to Strengthen Insurance Grievance Redressal The SECP has recommended increasing the number of Insurance Tribunals and Small Dispute Resolution Committees (SDRCs) and establishing an integrated digital complaint system to improve the resolution of policyholders’ grievances nationwide. Access the report at: secp.gov.pk/document/strengt…

Attention All Companies! Don't miss your Annual Filings. File on time to avoid penalties. Check the timeline and ensure your AGM, Annual Return, and UBO Return are submitted promptly. Stay compliant!

SECP Disposes of 98% Adjudication Caseload, Imposes Rs. 4.73 Billion in Penalties The SECP disposed of 98% of its adjudication caseload, issuing decisions in 573 cases and imposing penalties exceeding Rs. 4.73 billion for violations of the Companies Act and other applicable laws.

SECP Approves Shariah-Compliant Digital Financing for Small Businesses The SECP has approved Shaamilkar Tajir, a digital application offering Shariah-compliant financing of up to Rs. 3 million to eligible small businesses.

Career Opportunities at SECP SECP invites applications from qualified professionals for contractual positions of Additional Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar and Assistant Registrar in Islamabad. 📅 Last date to apply: September 28, 2026 For eligibility criteria, detailed TORs and application process, visit: secp.gov.pk/careers/

Making financial services simpler and more convenient. SECP, in collaboration with NCCPL, conducted a three-day industry training on IBAN authentication through RAAST, helping advance faster, easier and more seamless customer onboarding. #SECP #NCCPL #IBAN #RAAST #CustomerOnboarding #DigitalTransformation

SECP Proposes Reforms to Strengthen Insurance Guarantees The SECP has proposed reforms to make insurance bonds and guarantees safer, clearer and more reliable, particularly for construction projects, government contracts, public procurement and trade. The consultation paper is available at secp.gov.pk/document/consult…

A look back at the SECP Talk Series. Industry leaders shared insights on the development of Pakistan’s insurance market, digitalisation and product development, highlighting emerging opportunities and the evolving needs of the sector. A session focused on ideas, insights and perspectives shaping the future of insurance. #SECPTalkSeries #InsurancePakistan #InsuranceMarket #SECP

Empowering the next generation of financial leaders! Students from Horizon Degree and Commerce College, Chakwal recently visited the SECP Head Office for an immersive learning experience. Syed Murtaza Abbas (Joint Director, SECP) walked the students through SECP’s core responsibilities as an apex regulator, highlighting how effective oversight of the corporate and financial sectors safeguards public interest. #SECP #HorizonCollege #Chakwal #FinancialEducation #FutureLeaders #CorporateRegulation

Accelerating the Digital Transformation of Pakistan’s Insurance Sector The SECP Talk Series brought together industry leaders to discuss the growth, digitalization and future of Pakistan’s insurance market. Chairman SECP, Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, highlighted that while the industry has assets of around Rs4 trillion and annual premiums of Rs708 billion, insurance penetration remains only 0.7% of GDP. Moreover, just 0.85% of premiums are currently generated through digital channels. The SECP is working to: • Promote innovative and consumer-friendly digital insurance products • Ensure timely, transparent and fair settlement of claims • Expand third-party motor insurance through digital verification • Establish the “Insured Pakistan” digital platform • Encourage the adoption of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies The session featured Muhammad Aminuddin, CEO TPL Insurance; Shoaib Javed Hussain, CEO State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan; and Mohammed Ali Ahmed, CEO EFU Life Assurance. The discussion underscored the enormous potential of digitalization, retirement solutions and technology-driven products to expand insurance coverage, strengthen consumer protection and mobilize long-term capital for Pakistan’s economy. #SECP #Insurance #DigitalInsurance #InsurTech #DigitalTransformation #ConsumerProtection #FinancialInclusion #Pakistan

Tomorrow, the conversation begins. Pakistan’s insurance sector is evolving, driven by changing risks, new opportunities, digitalisation and emerging customer needs. Hear from leading voices from the industry as they share their perspectives on where the sector stands today and where it is headed next. #SECPTalkSeries #InsurancePakistan #SECP #InsuranceIndustry

Career Opportunity at SECP SECP invites applications for the position of Assistant Director – Prosecution and Civil Litigation Department, Islamabad. Last date to apply: September 24, 2026 For details and to apply: secp.gov.pk/careers/

As Pakistan’s financial landscape evolves, so must our safety nets. Join industry leaders as they explore how digitalization, cutting-edge technology, and modern product development are transforming the insurance sector to better protect our assets, livelihoods, and future. #SECP #SECPTalkSeries #InsuranceIndustry #DigitalTransformation #FinancialSecurity

Career Opportunity at SECP SECP invites applications for the position of Director/HOD – Data Science & Research Department, Islamabad. Last date to apply: September 21, 2026 For details and to apply: secp.gov.pk/careers/

Career Opportunities at SECP SECP invites applications for the following Islamabad-based positions: • Joint Director – Information Systems & Technology Division • Assistant Director – Listed & Unlisted Companies Supervision • Assistant Director – Licensing Division Last date to apply: September 21, 2026 For details and to apply: secp.gov.pk/careers/

Pakistan’s insurance market is evolving. Are we ready for what comes next? From digitalisation and new products to changing risks and emerging opportunities, the insurance landscape is entering a new phase. Hear industry leaders share their perspectives at the 6th SECP Talk Series. Register for in-person participation: 📧 mateen.abbasi@secp.gov.pk Protecting What Matters, Strengthening Markets & Shaping the Future #SECPTalkSeries #InsurancePakistan #SECP #InsuranceIndustry

SECP Hosts First Meeting on Legal & Regulatory Framework for Private Equity & Venture Capital Chaired by Mr. Imtiaz Haider, Commissioner SECP, the first meeting of the Regulatory Reform Workstream on Private Equity was held at SECP Head Office under the Prime Minister’s National Private Equity Framework. The meeting brought together senior representatives from the Ministry of Finance, State Bank of Pakistan, SIFC, the Advisor to the Finance Minister and private sector stakeholders to discuss reforms aimed at facilitating domestic and cross-border investment and strengthening Pakistan’s private equity and venture capital ecosystem. Proposed measures include a single-step fund registration framework, removal of the investor cap for eligible individual investors, greater institutional participation, adoption of International Private Equity and Venture Capital (IPEV) valuation guidelines, umbrella fund structures with protected cells, and public-private anchor vehicles to mobilise capital. The reforms seek to align Pakistan’s private funds ecosystem with international practices while unlocking patient capital for startups, SMEs and national infrastructure.