21 listed firms raise over PKR 20bn through Pakistan's capital market

Pakistan's listed companies raised more than 20 billion rupees ($71 million) through the capital market during fiscal year 2025-26, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan said. The regulator said the fundraising reflected growing use of equity financing to support business expansion and economic growth.

How much did Pakistan's capital market raise in FY2025-26?

Pakistan's capital market raised over PKR 20 billion in FY2025-26, with the SECP facilitating fundraising for 21 listed companies. The funds were used for acquisitions, new projects, capacity expansion and future growth. The total combined capital issuances outside rights offers with separate rights issue proceeds from existing shareholders.

How do listed companies raise capital in Pakistan?

Listed companies can raise capital by issuing new shares to existing shareholders through rights issues, or by offering shares and other securities to new investors and strategic partners through approved methods. Both mechanisms provide long-term financing for expansion, acquisitions and other business investments. The SECP oversees and facilitates this process for listed firms.

Which sectors raised the most through capital issuances?

During the fiscal year, 10 listed companies from sectors including fertilizer, steel, banking and food raised about 16.738 billion rupees through capital issuances other than rights offers. Another 11 companies raised about 3.864 billion rupees through rights issues. This allowed existing shareholders to participate directly in their companies' growth.

What does this fundraising mean for Pakistan's economy?

The SECP said the successful fundraising reflected stronger corporate confidence and demonstrated the capital market's ability to channel investment into productive sectors of the economy. The regulator added that broader access to equity financing supports business expansion, job creation, industrial development and sustainable economic growth. It positioned the capital market as an increasingly important source of business financing in Pakistan.