How to Guide for Using Investor Founder Discover Platform(IFDP)
Registration Steps: For Startups: Register & Create Profile: Fill out the Startup form and provide key details about your startup like funding stage, business model, industry sector etc. Submit Listing: Upload your startup profile for review. Ensure it’s complete and accurate. Get Verified: Once reviewed, your profile is published, allowing investors to discover you. Search Investors: […]
Quarterly Deal Flow Update Q3 2024: Resilience Amidst Recovery
As Q3 of 2024 comes to a close, Pakistan’s startup ecosystem is beginning to show signs of recovery after a shaky start to the year. While challenges remain, a combination of renewed investor interest and stabilizing macroeconomic conditions is aiding in the recovery. The IMF has revised Pakistan’s growth forecast to 3.2% and expects the […]
The Gender Gap in Financial Inclusion – What do the Numbers Say
Understanding Financial Inclusion If you’ve been following Pakistan’s economic discussions, you’ve likely encountered the term “Financial Inclusion.” So, what does it mean? Financial inclusion refers to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their location, can access essential financial services like bank accounts, savings, loans, and insurance. It’s about enabling everyone to utilize the formal financial system […]
Artificial Intelligence: Where does Pakistan stand?
Overview: Pakistan’s IT sector is on the verge of a significant transformation, fueled by the growing global emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI). As international clients increasingly demand AI integration, companies are eager to incorporate AI into their processes for competitive advantage, even if it may not be strictly necessary for their operations. Additionally, the development […]
Pakistan’s Electric Vehicle Landscape
Overview: Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) market presents a mix of challenges and opportunities. The country has a massive two-wheeler market with 26 million units on the road, approximately four million four-wheelers, and a quarter of a million buses and trucks. Despite these significant numbers, EVs remain a negligible fraction of the total vehicles. However, the […]
The Fintech Landscape in Pakistan: Progress and Potential
Pakistan’s fintech ecosystem is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation, smartphone penetration, and internet access. With a population of 240.5 million, the country aims to increase adult financial inclusion to 75% by 2028 (currently 64%). Fintechs can accelerate this through digital financial solutions. Regulatory initiatives, such as the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) frameworks, have created […]
Can Microfinance and Digital Banking Drive Inclusive Economic Growth in Pakistan?
Overview Despite its current challenges, microfinance plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s financial ecosystem, providing low-income individuals and small businesses with access to credit. Now, with the increasing digitisation of the sector, the financial landscape is becoming more dynamic and promising. In our last Friday Feature, we highlighted how the fintech sector attracted the highest […]
Pakistani Fintech Expansion in the Middle East: Opportunities & Challenges
The expansion of Pakistani fintech companies into the Middle East marks a significant trend in the global financial technology landscape. This movement is driven by a combination of favorable market conditions, regulatory frameworks, and the potential for substantial financial inclusion. However, it also presents a unique set of challenges that these companies must navigate to […]
Climate tech funding: The mismatch catch
Overview Climate tech has seen its share of ups and downs, but over the past decade, the sector has witnessed remarkable growth. According to Dealroom.co, the climate tech ecosystem has expanded 45-fold in ten years. Despite a 20% decline in the enterprise value of global climate tech startups in 2022, the sector rebounded to $2.5 […]
Climate Techs in Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Barriers for Pakistan
Pakistan’s climate tech industry poised for multi-billion dollar growth Pakistan’s climate tech sector is emerging as a multi-billion-dollar opportunity, with industry experts predicting it could reach $3-4 billion in the next five years. With abundant tech talent, low deployment costs, and increasing global ESG regulations, the country is well-positioned to capitalize on this growing market. […]