MSCI Adds Seven Pakistani Companies to Global Indices, Strengthening Pakistan’s Position in International Markets

Morgan & Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has announced the inclusion of seven Pakistani companies in two of its prominent global indices. This latest update, released after MSCI’s quarterly review, brings the total number of Pakistani companies listed in MSCI indices to 82, signaling Pakistan’s expanding footprint in global financial markets.

Experts anticipate that this inclusion will significantly boost foreign investment in the Pakistani capital market, providing a strong growth trajectory for the nation’s economy. The new additions include companies from various sectors, with particular recognition given to the engineering sector within the auto industry, which has been added to MSCI’s Main Frontier Market Index. Six other Pakistani companies have been included in the Small Cap Index, although the oil and gas sector company, Hiscoll, has been excluded from this index.

MSCI is a leading force in global investments, with 95 of the world’s 100 largest investment institutions as its clients. The inclusion of Pakistani companies in these indices is expected to attract substantial attention from major global investors, further integrating Pakistan into the international financial landscape and potentially driving economic growth.

This milestone underscores the growing importance of Pakistan in the global economy, reflecting the country’s potential for future investment opportunities and economic development.