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Lahore: Synthetic Products Enterprises Limited (SPEL) has announced a significant increase in net profits for the quarter ending September 30, 2024. According to the financial results disclosed to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the company recorded a profit after taxation of 284.93 million rupees.
During the quarter, SPEL’s sales surged to 2.31 billion rupees, up from 1.69 billion rupees in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The cost of sales also rose, amounting to 1.74 billion rupees. However, the company managed to expand its gross profit to 569.84 million rupees, significantly higher than last year’s 317.69 million rupees.
The earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter stood at 1.50 rupees, more than doubling from the EPS of 0.64 rupees reported in September 2023. According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the Lahore-based firm maintained its operational costs, with administrative expenses marking a slight increase to 96.75 million rupees. Selling and distribution expenses witnessed a minor decline, reflecting efficient management and operational cost control.
The Board of Directors of SPEL has decided not to issue any dividends or bonus shares for this quarter, focusing on reinvestment and growth strategies. The share transfer books will be closed for a brief period to facilitate this corporate action.
Synthetic Products Enterprises Limited continues to show robust financial health and operational efficiency, underscoring its sustained growth trajectory in the competitive manufacturing sector.