Islamabad, January 11, 2026 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has registered 21,542 new companies during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025-26, highlighting a growing trend in corporate registrations across the country.
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Ghandhara Tyre suspends plant operations due to gas shortage
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — Ghandhara Tyre and Rubber Company Limited has announced the temporary suspension of its manufacturing plant operations due to a shortage in gas supply, the company confirmed on Friday. The notification was shared with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) to inform investors and stakeholders about the operational adjustment.
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Fatima Fertilizer announces gas allocation from Mari Field for subsidiary
Karachi, January 8, 2026 — Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) on Thursday disclosed significant information regarding the allocation and pricing of natural gas from the Mari Field to its wholly owned subsidiary, Fatimafert Limited. The announcement was made through an official communication shared with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
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SBP approves due diligence for Afghan bank to acquire BAFL operations
Karachi, January 7, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted approval to Ghazanfar Bank of Afghanistan to initiate the due diligence process for acquiring Bank Alfalah Limited’s (BAFL) branches in Afghanistan. This step marks a significant development in the planned transaction, aimed at transferring BAFL’s Afghan operations to the Afghan banking institution.
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Pakistan Petroleum discovers major gas reserves in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Karachi, January 2, 2026 – Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has announced a significant gas discovery in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, strengthening the country’s efforts to enhance energy security through indigenous resources.
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OGDCL announces major oil and gas discovery in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Karachi, January 1, 2026 – The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced a significant oil and gas discovery in District Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), strengthening Pakistan’s domestic energy resource base.
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K-Electric secures court stay against harassment, protects company interests
Karachi, December 26, 2025 — K-Electric, the leading power utility company in Pakistan, has successfully obtained a court stay order to prevent harassment and protect its operations and officials from unwarranted actions.
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Pakistan Petroleum announces unconventional gas discovery in Sindh
Karachi, December 23, 2025 – Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has announced a significant unconventional gas discovery at its exploratory well LAL X-1 in the Kandhkot Development and Production Lease (D&PL), located in District Kashmore, Sindh Province.
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SSGC reports 81% drop in profit for September 2025 quarter
Karachi, December 22, 2025 — The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) has posted a sharp 81 percent decline in profit after tax for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, reflecting mounting operational and financial pressures during the period.
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Chartered Accountants Alert: ICAP–ICAEW Agreement Opens Global Recognition
In a major development for Pakistan’s accounting and finance sector, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) has signed a landmark Recognition Agreement with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
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