During a Supreme Court hearing, Justice Aminuddin Khan, who heads the constitutional bench, made a notable statement encouraging Pakistanis to transfer their savings from banks to the stock market.
Justice Aminuddin asserted, “Investing in stocks instead of keeping money in banks would benefit our economy,” highlighting the important role of investment in national growth.
The remarks came on October 23, 2025, during the hearing of petitions against the super tax—a 2022-23 budget levy on high earners in sectors like cement, steel, sugar, and textiles. The tax aims to stabilise finances but faces challenges from companies.
جسٹس امین الدین کا کہنا ہے کہ پیسے بینکوں میں رکھنے کی بجائے اسٹاک مارکیٹ میں لگانا چاہئے، بھارت میں لوگ برسوں سے اسٹاک مارکیٹ میں سرمایہ کاری کررہے ہیں۔
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— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) October 22, 2025Justice Khan cited Indian court judgments favouring uniform taxation, suggesting Pakistan could adopt similar principles. He highlighted how Indians have embraced stocks for years, promoting economic vitality.
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The justice’s advice aligns with global trends, encouraging public participation in equities to drive growth. It sparks debate on financial literacy and policy. For updates, follow The News, Dawn, and The Express Tribune.
