Pakistan’s capital market strengthens as investor confidence rises

Pakistan’s capital market has shown strong progress, with investor confidence continuing to improve due to reforms introduced by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).

According to the SECP, its reforms are helping increase investment and business activity by making it easier for companies to raise funds and get listed on the stock market.

During the first half of 2026, nine companies raised more than Rs20 billion through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). These companies belong to different sectors, including manufacturing, petroleum, dairy, Islamic finance, poultry, real estate and technology.

Service Long March Tyres, a joint venture between Pakistani and Chinese companies, raised Rs7.8 billion to build a modern car tyre manufacturing plant.

Sitara Petroleum collected Rs4.83 billion, which will be used to expand its oil storage facilities, fuel stations and logistics network.

Ghani Dairies raised Rs3.4 billion and became the first listed company to invest in livestock, modern farming facilities and renewable energy projects.

Pakistan Qatar Takaful received strong interest from investors, with demand reaching 21 times the offered amount. More than 13,000 investors took part in the IPO.

Wahdat Poultry raised nearly Rs1 billion, which will be used to expand its poultry farm and complete a processed egg production project.

The launch of two new Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) has also created new investment opportunities for the public in the real estate sector.

The SECP said its reforms are playing an important role in promoting investment, supporting business growth and strengthening Pakistan’s capital market.