ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is witnessing a significant rise in business confidence and investment activity, supported by the effective facilitation and strategic direction of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), according to new data released by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Tuesday.
SECP reported that 14,802 new companies were registered in the first four months of the current financial year, marking a strong upward trajectory in business formation. With the latest additions, the total number of registered companies in Pakistan has reached 272,918, reflecting expanding economic activity across sectors.
The IT and e-commerce sector led all categories with 670 new registrations, while private limited companies accounted for 59 percent of all newly registered entities, highlighting growing interest in structured and scalable business models.
SECP registers 14,802 new companies in first four months of FY26
The report also noted encouraging progress in foreign investment, with 332 companies registered by investors from more than 30 countries, demonstrating renewed global confidence in Pakistan’s market potential.
SECP said that accelerated digital reforms have made business registration faster, easier and more transparent. The digital system is now operational in over 250 cities and around 30 percent of towns, enabling broader access for entrepreneurs nationwide.
Officials stated that under SIFC’s guidance, Pakistan has entered a new phase of business expansion, investment growth and international partnerships, strengthening the country’s economic outlook and positioning it as an emerging hub for diverse commercial opportunities.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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