Murree Brewery, Systems Limited, Sazgar make it to Forbes 'Asia’s Best Under A Billion' list

Business Recorder reported that three Pakistani companies, Murree Brewery, Systems Limited and Sazgar Engineering Works, have made it into the 2026 edition of Forbes' Asia's Best Under A Billion list. The ranking covers 200 publicly traded firms across Asia-Pacific, each reporting sales that sit above $10 million yet under $1 billion. Forbes said these companies maintained strong financial results while dealing with geopolitical strain and volatile energy markets.

Figures cited by Forbes show Murree Brewery, which dates back to 1861, posted net sales of $102 million and a market value put at $92 million. Its product range includes alcoholic beer and other items. Systems Limited recorded $286 million in sales against a market value of $759 million, while Sazgar Engineering Works posted sales of $389 million and net income of $58 million.

Systems works in software development, trading and business process outsourcing, and helps clients with their digital change. Its international reach spans the US, the UK, Europe and the Middle East, alongside a significant domestic presence. Sazgar, which makes automobiles, parts and household appliances at plants in Lahore, entered the four-wheeler market in partnership with Great Wall Motor. The company finished its Haval SUV manufacturing facilities in July 2022, with the first locally assembled units rolling out in August that year.