Pakistan Market Soars 300%; 16 IPOs Coming in Next 7 Months

• Pakistan's stock market has surged over 300% in the last three years, with the KSE-100 index up 47% this year alone.
• A record 16 new IPOs are anticipated in Pakistan's market by 2026, driven by strong domestic investor interest and market stability.
• IPOs are expected from diverse sectors including consumer, pharma, auto, commodity, and food processing.
• Major upcoming IPOs include Service Long March Tyres (targeting PKR 6.5 billion) and Saraaf, a commodity sourcing startup.
• Despite increased retail investor confidence, challenges remain due to foreign investors being net sellers and current market valuations exceeding long-term averages.

Why It Matters: Pakistan's stock market boom and IPO surge signal new investment opportunities.