Apr 28, 2026, 8:42 AM
Dewan Cement posts quarterly profit for Mar 2026 quarter, but nine-month period remains loss-making; no payout declared
Financial ResultDewan Cement Limited announced board-approved un-audited financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company reported improved quarterly turnover and returned to profit for the quarter versus a loss in the comparable quarter last year, while the nine-month period still showed a cumulative loss. The board recommended no cash dividend, bonus shares, right shares, or other corporate action.
Key Findings
- Quarterly net turnover increased to Rs 6.528 billion from Rs 5.753 billion year-on-year.
- The company reported quarterly net profit of Rs 103.798 million versus a loss of Rs 30.773 million in the same quarter last year.
- Quarterly EPS improved to Rs 0.21 from a loss per share of Rs 0.06.
- No cash dividend, bonus shares, right shares, or other entitlement/corporate action was recommended.
- For the nine months ended March 31, 2026, the company remained loss-making with a loss of Rs 507.997 million.
Financial Performance
| Metric | Previous31 March 2025 | Current31 March 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover - Net | 5,752,917 | 6,527,975 | +13.5% |
| Gross profit | 350,367 | 642,964 | +83.5% |
| Operating profit | 27,136 | 236,629 | +772% |
| Finance cost | (3,010) | (1,095) | -63.6% |
| Profit for the period | (30,773) | 103,798 | +437.3% |
| Earnings / (loss) per share - Basic and diluted | (0.06) | 0.21 | +450% |
| Cash and bank balances | 161,630 | 242,453 | +50% |
| Short term borrowings | 579,159 | 579,159 | 0% |
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Highlights summarize the key points from the company's official PSX filing. View the original filing for the complete details before making financial decisions.