Tag: SECP Pakistan

Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu takes charge as SECP Chairman, pledging reforms in insurance, capital markets, non-banking finance, and digital transformation to enhance financial inclusion and economic growth.

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has appointed Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as its new Chairman, bringing over two decades of experience in financial regulation, law and public policy.

Walee Financial Services becomes Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant digital nano-financing NBFC, promoting ethical, transparent, and socially responsible financial services while advancing financial inclusion.

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued an Investment Finance Services license to Foremost Financial Services and granted prior approval to Instant Finance for NBFC registration, paving the way for digital nano-lending and SME-focused lending solutions. The move reflects SECP’s commitment to fintech innovation, financial inclusion, and regulatory facilitation in Pakistan.

The SECP has announced February 9, 2026, as the official date for transitioning to a T+1 settlement cycle on the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The move aims to improve investor confidence and market efficiency while aligning Pakistan’s capital markets with international standards.

SECP grants NBFC license to Alif Finance, a subsidiary of Alif Capital Holdings, to provide Shariah-compliant digital lending and SME finance in Pakistan, signaling a boost in FDI and fintech growth.

Digi Insurance Limited secures Pakistan’s first-ever digital-only non-life insurance license from SECP, pioneering a paperless, AI-driven insurance experience designed for financial inclusion and nationwide accessibility.

An insightful stock market investment session for startups, youth, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and salaried professionals led by Zar Badshah in collaboration with Sarhad Chamber of Commerce, Peshawar. The session focused on smart trading strategies, beginner dos and don'ts, live stock signals, and the power of compounding.

The SECP has formed a committee to simplify and digitize the Pakistan Stock Exchange account opening process, aiming for a more customer-friendly and efficient experience across capital markets.