ISLAMABAD 7 August: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has set a new benchmark by registering 4,065 companies in July 2025, surpassing the previous monthly record of 3,609 set in May 2025.
This milestone, driven by 99.9% digital incorporations, brings Pakistan’s total registered companies to 262,309, with a paid-up capital of Rs. 4.96 million for the month.
Private limited companies led the surge, comprising 57% of new registrations, followed by single-member companies at 39%. The remaining 4% included public unlisted companies, not-for-profit organizations, and limited liability partnerships. The Information Technology and e-commerce sectors topped the list with 862 new companies, followed by trading (530), services (468), and real estate and construction (398). Other sectors, such as tourism (295), food and beverages (203), and education (148), also saw significant activity.
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Foreign investment remained robust, with 96 new companies drawing capital from global investors. The SECP also issued 60 licenses, including five in capital markets, one in insurance, two to non-banking financial companies, and 52 to not-for-profit associations.
Following its recent Registrars Conference, the SECP is launching a nationwide campaign to highlight the benefits of incorporation, such as limited liability, enhanced credibility, and access to finance. The commission reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering digital infrastructure and simplifying regulations to foster entrepreneurship and sustainable economic growth.
