ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s fintech sector is witnessing a dramatic upswing, with investments jumping from USD 12.5 million in 2023 to USD 26.3 million in 2024, and surging further to USD 52.5 million in just the first six months of 2025 According to Forbes, Pakistan’s fintech landscape is experiencing remarkable momentum as government-led reforms, policy stability, and digitalization initiatives continue to boost investor confidence.
Forbes noted that the surge in investment reflects the impact of the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, economic restructuring under Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, and the digital transformation agenda led by Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja. Their combined efforts have significantly accelerated Pakistan’s shift toward financial technology.
The Pakistan Startup Fund, a flagship program of the Ministry of IT, has been central to this rise by offering equity-free grants that attract venture capital and stimulate startup growth. Strong regulatory support and macroeconomic discipline from the Ministry of Finance have further strengthened financing trends in the fintech sector.
Officials noted that the rapid expansion of tech-driven economic activity is reshaping Pakistan’s startup landscape and reinforcing the country’s progress toward becoming a modern, stable, and fully digital nation.
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