Pakistan, Oct. 31 -- The Capital Market Development Council (CMDC) on Friday was informed that corporate debt issuances reached Rs 291 billion during January-September 2026, following Rs 326 billion raised during 2025, representing a 30 percent increase over 2024.

The CMDC met with Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb in chair also reviewed progress on capital market reforms, with particular emphasis on deepening Pakistan's corporate debt market, expanding the issuer and investor base, improving market infrastructure and facilitating access to long-term financing.

The council reviewed progress on the reform agenda and implementation of decisions taken at its previous meeting, noting important developments...