ACCA applauds Pakistani finance professionals’ performance

KARACHI: ACCA’s Global Talent Trends 2026 report highlights the exceptional ambition, entrepreneurial spirit, and social consciousness of Pakistan’s finance professionals, while underscoring growing concerns around compensation and workplace wellbeing.

Based on responses from more than 11,000 professionals across 160 countries, including 536 respondents from Pakistan, 86pc of Pakistani finance professionals aspire to become entrepreneurs or business-owners at some stage in their careers—one of the highest rates globally. The findings suggest a workforce that is ambitious, skilled, and eager to create broader economic impact.

Social purpose also plays a major role in career decisions. The report found that 88pc of Pakistani respondents consider an organization’s reputation on social and human rights issues when choosing an employer, significantly above the global average. Additionally, 81pc are interested in finance roles focused on social impact, while 75pc are attracted to careers related to environmental and climate issues.

However, economic pressures remain a key concern. Nearly two-thirds (65pc) of respondents are dissatisfied with their current pay, and 84pc plan to request a salary increase within the next year. ACCA notes that organizations failing to address concerns around compensation, purpose, and leadership transparency, face heightened risks of employee turnover.

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