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Karachi: D.G. Khan Cement Ltd (DGKC), Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK), and Attock Cement Pakistan Ltd (ACPL) are poised to release their 4QFY25 earnings, with each company showcasing distinct financial trajectories.
DGKC is anticipated to report a notable turnaround, projecting earnings of Rs5.0 per share in the fourth quarter, a significant recovery from a loss of Rs3.6 per share during the same period last year. The improvement is attributed to enhanced profit margins and reduced financial charges. For the full fiscal year, DGKC’s profit after tax is expected to soar to Rs7.7 billion, up from Rs646 million in the previous year.
LUCK’s standalone fourth-quarter earnings are expected to drop by 44% year-on-year to Rs3.44 per share, primarily due to the absence of dividends from subsidiaries. Nevertheless, the company’s earnings for the entire fiscal year are projected to increase by 16% year-on-year to Rs22.25 per share.
ACPL’s fourth-quarter earnings are estimated at Rs3.86 per share, reflecting a 65% decline from the previous year, which had benefited from a one-off gain of Rs2.1 billion from a subsidiary divestment. The fiscal year 2025 earnings are projected to decrease by 51% year-on-year to Rs13.39 per share, compared to the previous year, which included a Rs4.3 billion divestment gain.
Among the three cement giants, DGKC stands out as the preferred choice, bolstered by expanding margins from robust domestic pricing, lower international coal costs, and increased export activity.