Building a Stronger Pakistan, Together. This Independence Day, SECP remains committed to fostering business growth, empowering investors, promoting financial inclusion and strengthening capital markets. Together, we can build a more prosperous Pakistan. Pakistan Zindabad! 🇵🇰

SECP Advises Companies to Appoint Legal Advisors under the Lawyers Welfare and Protection Act, 2023 The SECP has advised companies to comply with the requirements of the Lawyers Welfare and Protection Act, 2023, regarding the appointment of a legal advisor.

INVESTOR ALERT Don’t let fake websites, WhatsApp groups, or unverified "advisors" steal your hard-earned money. Always verify licensing independently before investing. 🔗 Verify here: secp.gov.pk #InvestorAlert #SECP #InvestmentFraud #StaySafe #FinancialSecurity

Did you know? Every company, other than a Single Member Company, must hold its AGM within 120 days from the close of its financial year. For a 30 June 2026 year-end, that's 28 October 2026. File online: leap.secp.gov.pk/ #SECP #AGM #AnnualFilings #FileOnTime #StayCompliant

How do REITs connect property with the capital market? Join us for the next SECP Talk Series: REITs Explained, where we dive into their structure, potential returns, and key investor considerations. Hear directly from the distinguished industry experts. To register for in-person participation, email: [email protected] Watch the live stream on SECP's official Facebook and YouTube channels. #SECP #REITs #InvestorEducation #CapitalMarkets #RealEstateInvestment

How do REITs connect property with the capital market? Explore their structure, potential returns and key investor considerations with industry experts at the SECP Talk Series, followed by a joint Q&A. 📅 27 October 2026 | 11:00 a.m. 📍 SECP Head Office ✉️ To register for in-person participation, email: [email protected] #SECP #REITs #InvestorEducation

Attention all companies: three obligations, three timelines. Hold your AGM (28 October 2026 for a 30 June year-end), file your annual return within 30 days of the AGM (27 November 2026 for an AGM held on 28 October), and complete your UBO compliance, including Form-19. Non-compliance may result in penalties. File online: leap.secp.gov.pk/ #SECP #AnnualFilings #AGM #AnnualReturn #UBO #StayCompliant

NADRA Chairman inaugurates SECP Security Operations Center Chairman NADRA, Lieutenant General Muhammad Munir Afsar, inaugurated the SECP Security Operations Center (SOC), commending the initiative and underscoring the importance of cybersecurity. SECP Commissioners Imtiaz Haider, Muzzafar Ahmed Mirza and Zeeshan Khattak, along with other senior officials, were present. The SOC will strengthen protection of SECP’s critical information assets through real-time monitoring, proactive threat detection and faster incident response. At an earlier meeting, SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu briefed him on the Commission’s IT reforms, infrastructure modernization, and the use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to improve services and facilitate ease of doing business. Supported by Karandaaz Pakistan, enabled by Inara Technologies, and with managed security services provided by REWTERZ, the SOC advances SECP’s cybersecurity and operational resilience. #SECP #Cybersecurity #DigitalTransformation

تمام کمپنیوں کے لیے اہم اطلاع: اپنی سالانہ فائلنگز بروقت فائل کریں ۔ اے جی ایم: 28 اکتوبر 2026 تک (30 جون کا مالی سال) ۔ سالانہ ریٹرن (فارم اے / فارم 24): اے جی ایم کے 30 دن میں؛ 28 اکتوبر کی اے جی ایم پر 27 نومبر 2026 ۔ یو بی او ریٹرن (فارم-19): سالانہ ریٹرن کے ساتھ، یا جہاں وہ درکار نہ ہو وہاں کیلنڈر ایئر کے بعد 30 دن میں۔ عدم تعمیل پر جرمانہ ہو سکتا ہے 💻 آن لائن فائل کریں: leap.secp.gov.pk

SECP pursues action over SE Fruits disclosures, seeks stronger audit oversight The SECP is initiating regulatory action over material discrepancies in the IPO prospectus of SE Fruits and Vegetable Limited, which was based on information provided in the company’s audited financial statements. SECP suspended further proceedings subsequent to the book building process to protect the investors. The company subsequently voluntarily withdrew the IPO with the intention to resubmit at a later stage with enhance disclosures. The subscription money has been refunded to investors.

SECP Consults Stakeholders on Accreditation of Insolvency Professionals The SECP held a webinar to discuss its proposed Professional Development Program and accreditation framework for insolvency professionals. The session covered international best practices, a proposed code of conduct for liquidators, and legal obligations under the Companies Act, 2017, and the Corporate Rehabilitation Act, 2018. #SECP #Insolvency #CorporateRehabilitation #ProfessionalDevelopment

"Agriculture contributes 24% to our GDP, and connecting mandis with financing is a doable, low-hanging fruit.", Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, Chairman SECP. Speaking at the PIDE International Conference "Mission 100 Billion Dollars," Chairman SECP outlines how building modern storage capacity and linking farmers to commodity exchanges can revolutionize agricultural trade and food security in Pakistan. 🎥 Watch the full speech on YouTube: youtu.be/rdkd3v1Tp6s #SECP #PIDE #AgriTech #InvestInPakistan #CommodityTrading #PakistanEconomy

Don't miss the deadline! Companies must hold their AGM within 120 days of their financial year-end. For FY ending 30 June 2026, the deadline is 28 October 2026. #SECP #CorporateCompliance #AGM #PakistanBusiness

From Harvest to Finance: Building a More Transparent Agricultural Market SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu proposed a digital national agricultural spot market at PIDE’s “Mission 100 Billion Dollars” conference, connecting farmers, warehouses, banks and buyers through standardised grading, transparent bidding and electronic warehouse receipts. The model could help farmers use stored produce to secure bank financing, avoid distress sales and reach better market prices. It also offers a practical route to reduce post-harvest losses, strengthen accountability and improve the quality of produce entering domestic and export markets. The need is significant: agriculture contributes 23.44% to Pakistan’s GDP, with crops valued at Rs 8.8 trillion. Yet approved storage capacity is about 326,000 metric tonnes, compared with 55.7 million tonnes of dry production. Modern storage and reliable digital records could make a meaningful difference, beginning with crops such as wheat, rice, maize, cotton and sugar. Dr. Sidhu also highlighted the need to widen participation in Pakistan’s capital market, with a target of 2.5 million PSX investors supported by financial literacy and simpler account opening. He called for an independent legal framework for audit oversight to strengthen financial reporting and market confidence. #Agriculture #CapitalMarkets #FinancialInclusion #SECP

SECP Hosts Certificate Distribution Ceremony for CFA Society Pakistan’s Youth Ambassadors The SECP hosted a certificate distribution ceremony to recognize students participating in CFA Society Pakistan’s Youth Ambassador Program. SECP Commissioner Mr. Muhammad Ali Farid Khwaja presented certificates to the students, acknowledging their participation and contributions. The Youth Ambassador Program aims to bridge the gap between academia and the financial services industry by promoting financial literacy, professional development, and engagement with industry professionals. The ceremony reaffirmed the importance of empowering young talent and encouraging greater youth participation in Pakistan’s financial markets. #SECP #CFASocietyPakistan #YouthAmbassadors #FinancialLiteracy #YouthDevelopment

SECP establishes Corporate Intelligence Unit to detect illegal schemes early The SECP has approved the establishment of a Corporate Intelligence Unit (CIU) to proactively identify registered companies suspected of operating Ponzi or pyramid schemes, taking deposits or lending without the required licence, or conducting business beyond their approved objectives.

Don't miss your Annual Filings. File on time to stay compliant and avoid heavy penalties. Check the deadlines and file online today. #SECP #CorporateCompliance #AnnualFiling #BusinessPakistan #StayCompliant #CorporateLaw

SECP Guidebook Strengthens Safeguards Against Misuse of Financial Services Stronger checks by financial institutions can help prevent terrorist financing and other illicit activity, while protecting the integrity of Pakistan’s financial system. To support these safeguards, the SECP has issued a Guidebook on Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS) for its regulated entities. Access the guidebook here: secp.gov.pk/document/guidebo…

ATTENTION ALL COMPANIES! Annual compliance deadlines are approaching. For companies with a financial year end of June 30, 2026, here is your step-by-step roadmap to holding your AGM and submitting your returns on time. 🌐 File Now: leap.secp.gov.pk 📞Helpline: 080088008 | 💬 WhatsApp: 03267799999 #SECP #CorporateCompliance #AnnualFilings #AGM2026 #UBOCompliance #PakistanBusiness #LEAPPortal

SECP Releases Islamic Finance Bulletin 2025–26 The SECP has released its Islamic Finance Bulletin for FY 2025–26, highlighting substantial growth and key milestones across Pakistan's non-bank Islamic financial sector. The full bulletin is available on the SECP website: secp.gov.pk/document/islamic… #SECP #IslamicFinance #Sukuk #Takaful #Pakistan #ShariahCompliant