Major Shareholders and Their Holdings in Pakistan’s Corporate Sector

Karachi: According to recent disclosures from the Pakistan Stock Exchange, numerous major corporations and financial institutions across Pakistan have significant investments managed by various trust funds, indicating a strong trend of corporate provident, gratuity, and pension funds holding large quantities of shares.

The details reveal substantial shareholdings by entities such as Trustee-Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Ltd Employee Provident Fund and Mega Conglomerate Pvt. Limited, among others. Trustee-Gul Ahmed Textile Mills holds around 1,000 shares while Mega Conglomerate Pvt. Limited holds an impressive 10,000 shares.

These figures, reported today, also include significant share quantities held by financial institutions like National Bank of Pakistan and MCB Bank Limited, with shareholdings amounting to 5,000 and 3,000 respectively. Furthermore, prominent insurance and investment firms such as EFU Life Assurance Limited and Alfalah Insurance Company Limited are also highlighted, managing 2,000 and 200 shares respectively.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the extensive list of shareholders reflects a diverse range of sectors including textiles, banking, insurance, and energy, all actively participating in corporate provident and pension schemes. This diversity not only underscores the vast scope of corporate welfare and investment activities in Pakistan but also the strategic management of employee benefits and securities.

Among the notable entities, Habib Girls School Trust and Habib High School Trust, which are part of the education sector, hold 280 and 420 shares respectively, showcasing the participation of non-corporate entities in the stock market.

These investments represent a crucial aspect of corporate governance and financial management, reflecting the commitment of these organizations to ensure the financial welfare of their employees and stakeholders. As corporate entities continue to invest in their trusts, the implications for employee benefits and corporate financial health remain significant.