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Karachi: Cement dispatches in Pakistan have seen a notable increase, rising by 7% year-on-year to reach 4.3 million tons in September 2025. The growth is largely attributed to a 14% rise in local demand, according to an analysis by AKD Securities Limited.
Industry-wide utilization has also improved, reaching 62% compared to 58% in the same period last year. The upswing in utilization is indicative of the strengthening demand for cement within the country.
AKD Securities projects that domestic cement dispatches will continue their upward trajectory, with an estimated growth of 7.3% in fiscal year 2026 and 8.4% in fiscal year 2027. This anticipated growth is expected to be fueled by a resurgence in domestic activity, supported by declining interest rates.
The analysis highlights several top-performing companies in the sector, with Lucky Cement Limited (LUCK), D.G. Khan Cement Company Limited (DGKC), and Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL) identified as key players. Target prices for June 2026 have been set at PkR558.6 per share for LUCK, PkR320.9 for DGKC, and PkR76.8 for FCCL.
The findings suggest a positive outlook for the cement industry in Pakistan, driven by strong local demand and improved industry utilization rates.