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SECP has granted approval to the first technology-based crowd funding platform for commencement of live testing under first cohort of Regulatory Sandbox. Crowd funding is a digital platform that allows startups and SMEs to raise funds from investors in return for securities.
1/2 SECP launches online portal for expeditious bank account opening of corporates. This will provide Banks with real time access to statutory records of companies, enabling them to open corporate accounts without seeking physically certified copies of statutory documents.
The SECP has concluded adjudication proceedings against B4U Group and its sponsors for raising illegal deposits from the public and operating pyramid schemes, in violation of the Companies Act, 2017.
In continuation of its efforts for an enabling eco-system to improve capital formation in the country, SECP has approved framework for Direct Listing of companies at PSX. The framework, finalized after thorough consultation with PSX & stakeholders, will be part of PSX's Rule Book
The SECP has warned the public against investing in ISMMART Group's fraudulent schemes, which are raising deposits from the public with unrealistic monthly returns. Be aware that the entity does not have a license to collect such deposits.
New incorporations have recorded unprecedented growth, with total incorporated companies increasing from 95,621 in Dec 2018 to 158,537 in Dec 2021. Construction & real estate development, trading, information technology ,services and food & beverages sectors led this growth.
The SECP, to introduce concept of Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPACs), has proposed amendments to Public Offering Regulations, 2017. Draft amendments have been placed at SECP's website to solicit public comments and can be accessed at
SECP, to support entrepreneurship & improve business climate for small businesses, particularly startups and potential investors, issued a circular explicitly allowing private companies to raise capital by receiving immovable property, intangible assets & services from investors.
To enhance investor outreach, SECP allows online account opening by resident and non-resident Pakistani investors in capital market. Investors can now open accounts without visiting brokers' offices or submitting physical documents.
Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) is a popular method of attracting, motivating, and retaining employees. Stock Option Plans permit employees to share in the company’s success without requiring a startup business to spend precious cash.
The SECP registered 1,597 new companies in May, witnessing a growth of 107% as compared to corresponding period last year, raising the total number of companies to 143,416. This is for 2nd consistent month that over 100% growth in incorporation of new companies is being witnessed
As part of its transformational journey, SECP has introduced a single digital certificate, evidencing simultaneous registration with SECP and some provincial departments. The single certificate will be issued through SECP’s e-Services in real-time upon incorporation of a company.
SECP has noticed that a company “La Ville De Paris Housing Ltd” is inviting public to purchase 'Registration Certificates' to become entitled for investment in real estate schemes to be launched in future, while offering guaranteed returns and lucrative prizes through lucky draw.
SECP has registered 1,956 new companies in November 2020, indicating an increase of 41% as compared to corresponding period of last year. 99% companies were registered online, while 30% incorporations were completed same day.
The National Assembly has approved the Companies (Amendments) Bill, 2021 to amend certain provisions of Companies Act, 2017, primarily to promote start-ups, business innovation, entrepreneurship and improve general business climate and promote ease of doing business.
SECP amends Companies (Further Issue of Shares) Regulations, 2020 to facilitate corporate sector, particularly startups and small companies, in raising equity through conventional modes.
Pakistan has a strategic plan in place to grow Islamic finance, said Mr. Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue, who delivered keynote address at ICM Conference. We have a financial inclusion strategy that covers all the components needed to create Islamic financing.
In order to safeguard the public from falling into debt traps of illegal loan apps, the SECP, in coordination with Google, Apple and the PTA, has ensured removal of 120 illegal Loan Apps that were previously available at Google and Apple Stores.
SECP launched an exclusively Startup portal to encourage tech innovation in Pakistan. SECP Commissioner for Information System and Technology Department, Shauzeb Ali inaugurated the portal during the Startup Grind Pakistan conference in Islamabad.
Policy reforms lead to record year of capital formation; Rs56 billion raised through Public Offerings and Rs45 billion through right issue-both representing highest during last five years.
SECP has observed that M/s/ Econex Sales & Marketing (Private) Limited, is engaged in unlawful business activities of MLM & referral marketing. The general public is hereby expressly advised to be careful, not to invest their hard-earned money in illegal investment schemes.
Pakistan jumped up 28 places on World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index and clinched 108th position, besides securing a place among top 10 global business climate improves. Pakistan carried out six reforms in the last one year that helped improving its ranking from 136 to 108
Reforms for ease of doing business led to 39% corporate growth in February. SECP registered 2,257 new companies in Feb. 99% of these were incorporated online; 30% applicants were issued registration certificates same day, while 175 foreign users were registered from overseas.
ایس ای سی پی نے فروری میں %39اضافہ کےساتھ2,257 نئی کمپنیاں رجسٹرکیں۔نئی رجسٹریشن کے بعد کمپنیوں کی کل تعداد 137,054ہو گئی ہے۔اس ماہ%99 کمپنیاں آن لائن رجسٹر ہوئیں؛ %30 کمپنیوںکی رجسٹریشن ایک ہی دن میں مکمل ہوئی, جبکہ 175غیرملکی سرمایہ کاروں نے بیرون ملک سےکمپنیاں رجسٹرڈ کروائیں.
In its pursuit of end-to-end digitization of regulatory processes, SECP has achieved another milestone with the launch of online facility for issuance of digitally certified true copies of statutory returns and mortgage register.
The SECP has accorded approval for registration of Pakistan's 1st Shariah Compliant Developmental Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Scheme under the revamped REIT regulatory framework. Earlier this year, SECP had introduced significant amendments to the REIT Regulation, 2015.
The federal government here on Friday issued notification, appointing Mr. Akif Saeed as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) with immediate effect.
Process Simplification, facilitation to public & digitalization of processes led to 186% growth in incorporation of new companies in April 2021. SECP registered a total 2,185 new companies in April, raising the total number of registered companies to 141,805.
The SECP has introduced a facility for online submission of statutory Form-45, required to submit the declaration of ultimate beneficial ownership (UBO), under Section 123A of Companies Act, 2017. The below tutorial explains the procedure of filling Form 45 through eServices.
The SECP, to facilitate the FinTech/Startup entrepreneurs, has extended the submission deadline for 2nd cohort of its regulatory sandbox. The applications can now be submitted till 31st May 2021 to sandbox
@secp
.gov.pk”
SECP has initiated public consultation on concept of Online Only Brokers; a new category of brokers, aiming to provide low cost, online account opening & trading services. Concept note can be accessed at
SECP has noticed that a few entities are involved in illegal deposit taking schemes related to fractionalization of real assets through electronic platforms. Investors are advised to refrain from investing in such companies; (names mentioned below) (1/2)
The SECP has updated the list of companies, involved in un-authorized business activities including illegally soliciting deposits from public by making false promises of exceptional returns. The list is available at SECP’s website and can accessed at
SECP Chairman, Aamir Khan said that launch of electronically signed Certified True Copies, replacing eServices with a modern registry, simplification & consolidation of statutory returns and launch of new products in capital market were key focus areas for current fiscal year.
President Dr Arif Alvi has approved amendments in Companies Act 2017, to provide an enabling regulatory framework for businesses. These amendments were proposed by SECP to promote and nurture startups as well as attract local and international innovators.
End to end
#AUTOMATION
of services through use of modern technology is the top priority on SECP’s
#reform
agenda. Launch of electronic certificate of incorporation is another step in this direction to make the company incorporation process fully electronic and hassle free.
To promptly response public queries regarding incorporation of companies, company name reservation and to check status of eServices cases, SECP has launched WhatsApp Channel ( 0306 9365625 ) for Business Care.
Portfolio Investment: 5 Year’s highest Portfolio Investment in Pakistan recorded for July – August 2019, indicating increase of 182% over the last year. KSE-100 index increased by 3400 points or 11.9% in one month.
In a major step to facilitate corporate sector, SECP proposed amendments to Companies (General Provisions and Forms) Regulations 2018, to reduce No of Forms/Declarations filed by companies in compliance of Companies Act. SRO 604(I)/2021 available at
SECP registered 2,223 new companies in September, witnessing 20% growth in incorporation over same period last year, raising the total number of companies to 152,089.
SECP, under 2nd Cohort of Regulatory Sandbox, has granted approval to various innovative solutions including parametric insurance, real estate asset tokenization, unified digital distribution of mutual fund application, digital identity/AML/KYC (AI based) and centralized KYC.
To support the national campaign to prevent COVID-19, the SECP has advised over 146,000 companies registered with it, to ensure that their employees/workers, including their families, get vaccinated as soon as possible. Issued a Circular No 22 of 2021.
SECP has approved amendments to the National Clearing Company Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) Regulations 2015 to introduce reforms in Margin Financing (MF) product which allows securities brokers to provide financing to their customers in a regulated, yet efficient manner.
The SECP has registered 2,504 new companies in June 2021, indicating a growth of 63 % as compared to corresponding period last year. The total number of registered companies increased to 145,913.
In Sep 2020, SECP registered 2,365 new companies, witnessed an increase of 69%, as compared to corresponding period last year, raising the total No of companies to 126,554. Around 99% companies were registered online while 40% complete registration same day.
The SECP, while exercising its regulatory powers to curb illegal deposit taking, has taken stern actions against Shaukat Marwat Group of Companies (Private) Limited, found involved in illegal deposit taking.
To promote investment in real estate sector through Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), SECP has introduced a new Public Private Partnership model under REITs, besides completely revamping REIT's regulatory framework. The SRO 724/2021can be accessed at;
SECP registered 2,354 new companies in March 2022, raising the total number of registered companies to 165,688. Total capitalization (paid-up-capital) of new incorporations for the current month stood at Rs. 3.5 billion. Foreign investment has been reported in 53 new companies.
ایس ای سی پی عوام کو خبردار کرتا ہے کہ ویب چینلز پر دستیاب غیر قانونی لون ایپس صارفین کے لیے سنگین خطرات جیسے کہ دھوکہ دہی، ذاتی معلومات کا غلط استعمال، ہراساں کرنا وغیرہ ، کا باعث بن سکتی ہیں۔ لہذا کسی ویب سائٹ یا وٹس ایپ گروپ میں شئیر کی جانی والی لون ایپ ہرگز ڈاؤن لوڈ نہ کریں۔
To facilitate the public, SECP has centralized the companies’ name reservation function, which is the first step towards complete centralization of companies incorporation process.
The SECP, to develop startups ecosystem, has proposed amendments to Companies Act, aiming at simplifying incorporation process. Draft proposals can be accessed at
Interested people may send their feedback/opinion, if any, at: startups
@secp
.gov.pk
سکیورٹیز اینڈ ایکسچینج کمیشن آف پاکستان کی جانب سے عوام الناس کو متنبہ کیا جاتا ہے کہ وہ جعلی اور غیر قانونی سکیموں میں سرمایہ کاری سے پرہیز کریں ۔ ایسی جعلی اسکیمیں ان کو انکے قیمتی سرمائے سے محروم کر سکتی ہیں۔
For the first time in Pakistan, a life insurance company has been allowed to manage private pension funds. SECP granted permission to Postal Life Insurance Company Limited under the Voluntary Pension System Rules, 2005.
To facilitate overseas Pakistanis for investing in Pakistan’s capital markets, SECP has abolished the requirement for banks to obtain separate licenses for distributing mutual funds and private pension funds to Roshan Digital Accounts (RDAs).
While rigorously pursuing its objective of providing ease of doing business, SECP has established its first ever Business Centre for swift incorporation of companies and to respond investor’s requests for information and queries instantly.
Reforms for EODB & digitalization are resulting in continued growth of entrepreneurship in the country. July 20 to March 21, SECP has registered 19,251 new companies, indicating a growth of 39% as compared to the same period last year. Total number of companies reached to 139,620
Dr. Reza Baqir, Governor SBP said that the SECP plays an important role in creating an enabling environment to promote business in the country. He was addressing the graduation ceremony of SECP’s first batch of ‘HAWKS Training Program’ at the SECP Head Office.
2/2 The online availability of statutory records will reduce the turn-around-time for opening of corporate bank account or for availing other banking services.
As a step towards promotion of gender equality, the SECP has released guidelines for the issuance of Gender Bonds to increase financial inclusion of women and encourage female entrepreneurship. These guidelines are available at
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has launched a startup-dedicated board to help small and medium companies raise funds through listing on the capital market, its managing director said.
SECP issued a circular explicitly allowing private companies to raise capital by receiving immovable property, intangible assets and services from investors.
Aamir Khan said that SECP successfully converted COVID-19 Challenge into opportunities. Despite all odds, stock market kept operational; STR introduced to facilitate SMEs financing, Regulatory Sandbox launched for startups, first time Rs200bl sukuk issued through book building.
SECP has granted approval for launch of Pakistan’s first Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Lending Platform under the first cohort of Regulatory Sandbox to support and encourage Fintech revolution in the country.
SECP, taking notice of rising concerns involving mis-selling, breach of data privacy, and coercive recovery practices of licensed digital lending companies, has issued directive to ensure fair treatment of borrowers in digital lending ecosystem.
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SECP hereby clarifies that private limited companies especially startups can also offer ownership rights to their employees as a non-monetary compensation for their intellectual services. Previously, only public companies were allowed to issue employee stock options.
ایس ای سی پی نےستمبر 2020 میں 2,365 نئی کمپنیاں رجسٹر کیں جو کہ گزشتہ مالی سال کے اسی ماہ رجسٹر ہونے والی کمپنیوں کے مقابلہ میں انہتر فی صد اضافے کو ظاہر کرتی ہیں۔ ستمبر میں 99 فیصد کمپنیاں آن لائن رجسٹر ہوئیں جبکہ 40 فیصد کمپنیوں کی رجسٹریشن ایک ہی دن میں مکمل ہوئی۔
SECP’s newly established Business Centre for swift incorporation of companies and to respond to investors requests for information and queries instantly. The well-equipped Business Centre is located at SECP Head office, NICL Building 63, Jinnah Avenue, Islamabad.
SECP’s newly established Business Centre recorded 24% growth in incorporation of companies, by registering 837 new companies in January. The Business Centre in Islamabad has improved the overall user experience with a perspective of providing ease of doing business.
The SECP registered 1,949 new companies in July 2021, raising the total number of registered companies to 147,842. Around 99 % companies registered online, 43 % of the companies were registered same day while 175 foreign users were registered from overseas.