SECP registers record 5,438 companies in July
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan registered a record 5,438 new companies in July 2026. The growth is driven by the IT sector and reflects increased investor confidence in the local business environment.
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Record-breaking company registrations indicate economic expansion and a shift toward formal corporate structures in emerging markets.
ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered a record 5,438 new companies during July 2026, the highest number of company incorporations ever recorded in a single month in the commission's history. The month also witnessed five international companies registering their places of business in Pakistan. The record registrations reflect growing confidence among local and foreign investors in Pakistan's business environment, as entrepreneurs increasingly opt for formal corporate structures to benefit from legal protection, improved governance, and easier access to finance.
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The five international companies registered their places of business in Pakistan include JEREH Oil & Gas Engineering (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Polaris Natural Resource Development F.Z.E., Zhejiang Jinlun Electromechanic Co., Ltd., Jiangsu Ankura Intelligent Electric Co., Ltd., and Construction Company. Their registration reflects growing interest among foreign companies in establishing a business presence in Pakistan.
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