JS Bank and the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) have joined forces to deepen the integration between banking and capital markets through a Margin Trading System (MTS) agreement and enhanced settlement capabilities. The collaboration was formalised with Basir Shamsie, President & CEO of JS Bank, and Naveed Qazi, CEO of NCCPL, representing their respective organisations. “JS Bank is committed to increasing financial inclusion by bridging the gap between banking and capital markets,” said Basir Shamsie.
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“Our collaboration with NCCPL will open new avenues for investors, both local and overseas, to participate in Pakistan’s growth story with greater convenience and confidence.” The partnership enables JS Bank customers to access investment opportunities with faster transaction flows, smoother settlements and enhanced transparency.
NCCPL’s infrastructure and clearing mechanisms will underpin the initiative, while JS Bank will serve as the on-ramp for retail and institutional clients into listed securities via the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The move aligns with national objectives to broaden investor participation, unlock liquidity and strengthen market depth. The agreement includes features to allow overseas Pakistanis holding Roshan Digital Accounts (RDA) to channel funds into the capital markets via JS Bank’s platform.
With the investor-to-population ratio in Pakistan remaining low, this integration is considered an important step toward making equity and debt investing more accessible. By forging this partnership, JS Bank and NCCPL aim to bridge structural barriers, enhance market infrastructure and support Pakistan’s financial markets evolution into a more inclusive ecosystem.
