SECP Addresses Concerns Over Fraudulent Online Trading in Latest Clarification
The SECP vide an earlier press release had informed the general public about certain illegal and fraudulent online trading/investment platforms that are misusing names of reputable companies, licensed entities, and qualified
professionals, including BMA Capital Management Limited.
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ADB breaks new ground with surging private sector operations
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed a record 58 private sector transactions in 2024—up 45% from the previous year, with $2.6 billion of financing, according to its 2024 Private Sector Operations Report on Development Effectiveness.
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SECP Wraps Up Day 1 of Mutual Fund Focus Group 2025 with Expert Insights on Innovation & Reforms
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) successfully wrapped up the first day of its Mutual Fund Focus Group Sessions 2025 today at a local hotel in Karachi. The closed-door session brought together a diverse range of stakeholders from across Pakistan’s capital markets for in-depth discussions on critical issues shaping the mutual fund industry.
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ADB Backs Pakistan with $500M for Disaster Risk Reduction
The federal government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have agreed to strengthen collaboration on climate resilience and environmental sustainability during a high-level talks in Islamabad.
State Bank Announces Public Holiday on May 28 for Youm-e-Takbeer
The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on May 28, 2025 (Wednesday) being public holiday on the occasion of “Youm-e-Takbeer”, as declared by the Government of Pakistan.
Rs.44B penalty on sugar mills: CAT remands case to CCP for rehearing
The Tribunal directed that the matter be reheard by either the Chairperson or any other member of the Commission who was not a signatory to either of the earlier conflicting opinions, and that a final decision be issued preferably within 90 days.
Pakistan’s Business Outlook Improves—OICCI Reports 16-Point Surge
The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) unveiled the findings of its Business Confidence Index (BCI) Survey – Wave 27, reflecting a significant improvement in business sentiment across Pakistan.
JS Investments & Gohar Developers Unveil Pakistan’s First Shariah-Compliant Hotel REIT
JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector Asset Management and REIT Management Company licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), has partnered with Gohar Group of Companies, a leading real estate group, to officially launch JS Hotel REIT (JSHR), Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant hybrid hotel REIT featuring a multinational, globally renowned hotel brand in Hyderabad, Sindh.
SECP Cracks Down on Unlicensed Online Trading & Investment Frauds
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) cautions the general public against investing through unlicensed online trading platforms, websites, and mobile applications offering unrealistic returns on investment in stocks or other financial products traded in local or international securities markets.
Haroon Pushes for Competitive Tariff Reforms in Auto Parts Sector
Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan chaired a meeting to discuss tariff issues related to the auto parts industry.