The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan reported that 3,046 new companies were registered in February 2025, taking the total number of registered companies in Pakistan to 246,608. The update highlights that around 99.9% of new registrations are now processed digitally. Private limited companies accounted for 58% of new registrations and single-member companies for 39% (up 1% from the prior month), with the remaining 3% comprising public unlisted companies, not-for-profit organizations, trade organizations and limited liability partnerships. Sectorally, the largest additions were in information technology and ecommerce (635), followed by trading (389), services (379), real estate development and construction (296), tourism and transport (165), and food and beverages (139); three foreign companies also established a place of business in Pakistan and 53 newly registered companies received capital from international investors. The SECP indicated it will continue enhancing digital infrastructure and simplifying business processes, with a focus on reducing turnaround times and supporting entrepreneurship and investment.
Securites & Exchange Commission of Pakistan 2025-03-11
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan reports 3,046 new company registrations in February 2025 as digital processing reaches 99.9%
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan registered 3,046 new companies in February 2025, bringing the total to 246,608, with 99.9% of registrations processed digitally. Private limited companies made up 58% of new registrations, while single-member companies accounted for 39%. The SECP plans to further enhance digital infrastructure and streamline business processes to support entrepreneurship and investment.