Islamabad (Commerce Desk) — Positive outcomes of reforms introduced by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) are becoming visible as investment activity in the country’s capital market has significantly increased.
According to a report, nine companies raised more than Rs 20 billion through initial public offerings (IPOs) during the first half of 2026 across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, petroleum, dairy, Islamic finance, poultry, real estate, and technology.
SECP stated that due to reforms, the process of raising capital and listing on the stock exchange has become easier compared to the past.
Details show that the Pakistan-China joint venture Service Long March Tyres raised Rs 7.8 billion for a modern tire manufacturing plant. Similarly, Sitarah Petroleum secured Rs 4.83 billion to expand its oil storage, fuel stations, and logistics network.
Ghani Dairies raised Rs 3.4 billion and became the first listed company investing in renewable energy, modern agriculture facilities, and livestock development.
Pakistan Qatar Takaful received exceptional investor interest, with its offering oversubscribed by 21 times and participation from over 13,000 investors.
Wahdat Poultry raised nearly Rs 1 billion to expand poultry farms and develop processed egg production facilities. Meanwhile, two new Real Estate Investment Trusts also provided investors with fresh opportunities in the property sector.
SECP said these reforms are playing a key role in making Pakistan’s capital market stronger, more transparent, and investor-friendly.