ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 14,802 new companies in the first four months of fiscal year 2026, signaling strong investor confidence in Pakistan’s corporate sector. Of these, 99.9% were processed through SECP’s digital platform, eZfile, bringing the total number of registered companies in the country to 272,918. The total paid-up capital for these incorporations stood at Rs. 20.59 billion.
Private limited companies represented 59% of new registrations, while 37% were single-member companies. The remaining 4% comprised public unlisted companies, not-for-profit organizations, trade organizations, and limited liability partnerships. Additionally, 10 foreign companies set up operations in Pakistan during this period.
The SECP’s digital platform facilitated a wide geographic distribution of company registrations, with nearly 30% originating from smaller cities and towns. Registrations were notably high in cities such as Layyah, Burewala, Bhakkar, and Gwadar, reflecting the expanded reach of SECP’s online services.
The most active sectors included Information Technology and e-commerce, with 2,999 new companies, followed by trading (1,954), services (1,807), and real estate development and construction (1,393). Other sectors showing strong growth included tourism, education, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.
Foreign investment also showed positive trends, with 332 new companies receiving international capital from a wide range of countries, including Afghanistan, China, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, SECP issued 94 licenses across various sectors during this period, including 8 in the capital market, 15 for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and 42 for not-for-profit associations.
The SECP is launching an awareness campaign to highlight the benefits of company incorporation, including limited liability, enhanced credibility, and easier access to finance. With a continued focus on strengthening digital infrastructure and regulatory processes, the SECP aims to attract more investment and foster sustainable economic growth.
