The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has documented 3,442 new company registrations in January 2025, marking a significant 39% increase compared to the monthly average of the previous year.
The Information Technology and e-commerce sector led the registration drive with 652 new companies, followed by trading with 463 entities, and services sector with 411 new registrations. The real estate and construction sector added 311 companies to the registry.
SECP's digital transformation initiatives and streamlined registration processes have facilitated this surge in new business formations. The commission has implemented various technological solutions to create a more accessible registration environment for entrepreneurs and investors.
Other sectors showing notable growth include tourism, transport, food and beverages, and healthcare, reflecting a broad-based expansion across Pakistan's business landscape.
The registration data indicates significant activity across multiple business segments:
- IT and E-commerce: 652 registrations
- Trading: 463 registrations
- Services: 411 registrations
- Real Estate and Construction: 311 registrations
- Various Other Sectors: Including tourism, transport, food and beverages, and healthcare
The SIFC (Special Investment Facilitation Council) has played a crucial role in this growth by providing support services and creating an enabling environment for new business registrations.
These registration figures represent the highest monthly total recorded by SECP, reflecting ongoing efforts to digitize and streamline the registration process while maintaining regulatory compliance standards.
