ISLAMABAD, May 9, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced a significant simplification in the process of account openings for retail investors through its new Centralized Gateway Portal (CGP).
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SECP Awards First Digital Study Loan License to Edufi Financial
Islamabad, April 27, 2024 – In an innovative step towards educational financing, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has awarded the first-ever license for a digital study loan service to M/s Edufi Financial Services (Private) Limited.
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SECP Registers First Digital Takaful Operator
In a landmark development, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has ushered in a new era of digitalization in the insurance sector by registering and issuing a license to M/s Salaam Family Takaful Limited as the country’s first-ever digital family takaful operator.
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SECP Urges Removal of Multiple Taxes on Insurance
Islamabad: In a bid to unlock the potential of micro and inclusive insurance in Pakistan, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has called upon the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to eliminate multiple layers of taxation on insurance products.
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JazzCash Elevated as SECP’s Strategic Knowledge Partner
Islamabad, March 29, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has forged a pivotal alliance with JazzCash, the nation’s foremost fintech giant, solidifying JazzCash’s position as SECP’s strategic knowledge partner.
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SECP Clarifies Reporting Requirements for Shareholding Changes
Islamabad, March 25, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a crucial clarification concerning the reporting procedures for changes in shareholding among non-listed companies.
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SECP Guidelines for Ethical Digital Lending Practices by NBFCs
Islamabad, March 18 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has taken a significant step in regulating the digital lending sector by issuing comprehensive guidelines for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) engaged in digital lending activities.
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Pakistan Takes Bold Action Against Stock Market Manipulation
Islamabad, March 7, 2024 – In a resolute and far-reaching move, Pakistan has unleashed a barrage of stringent measures against individuals allegedly involved in manipulating the stock market.
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SECP Company Registrations Reach 212,108 by January 2024
Islamabad, February 20, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has reported a substantial increase in company registrations, reaching a total of 212,108 by the end of January 2024.
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PTBA Urges SECP to Revamp Guidelines for Procedural Alleviation
Karachi, February 7, 2024 – The Pakistan Tax Bar Association (PTBA) has fervently called upon the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) to proactively update its guidelines and eliminate procedural hurdles, fostering a more conducive environment for all facets of the business realm.
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