PAK SEC Key Fact Statements for Funds

Published on: Apr 2, 2025

On Mar. 28, PAK SEC introduced key fact statement requirements.

  • PAK SEC issued circular to introduce new requirements for asset management companies (AMCs) to issue key fact statements (KFS) to enhance transparency.
  • Circular Highlights
  • Specifies the minimum requirements of KFS, including that AMCs must ensure that each collective investment scheme (CIS) and investment plan has a separate KFS.
  • KFS must be accessible on websites of AMCs and digital distributors, digital platforms.
  • Provides the template of KFS which include key attributes such as investment objectives, authorized investment avenues, and minimum investment amount.
  • Plus information of the product charges such as front end load and redemption charge.
  • KFS must outline the details of key stakeholders, including the AMC, trustee, and Sharia advisor (if applicable), along with their contact information.
  • Effectiveness
  • The new requirements shall be applicable from Apr. 30, 2025.
Regulators
PAK SEC
Entity Types
Fiduciary; IA; Inv Co
Reference
PR 3/28/2025, Cir 8/2025, SCD/PRDD/CIRCULAR/255/2025, Form, 3/27/2025;
Functions
Compliance; Financial; Legal; Product Administration; Reporting; Sales Practices; Technology; Treasury
Countries
Pakistan
Category
State
N/A
Products
Fund Mgt; Mutual Funds
Rule Type
Final
Regions
AP
Rule Date
Mar 28, 2025
Effective Date
Apr 30, 2025
Rule ID
248941
Linked to
N/A
Reg. Last Update
Mar 28, 2025
Report Section
International