GHNI FY26 profit jumps 51%

Ghandhara Industries Limited (PSX: GHNI) posted a net profit of Rs6.93bn for the year to June 30, 2026, according to Mettis Global, up 51% from Rs4.58bn a year earlier. Earnings per share rose to Rs162.57 from Rs107.58 in FY25. Directors also proposed a final cash payout of Rs12 for each share.

Stronger sales and a 54% rise in gross margin were the main drivers. Net sales climbed 62% to Rs60.66bn from Rs37.46bn, while cost of sales rose 64% to Rs46.62bn, lifting gross profit to Rs14.04bn from Rs9.09bn. A jump in other income to Rs1.17bn pushed operating profit up 76% to Rs11.49bn.

Finance costs eased 9% to Rs81.52m, while the tax charge rose 140% to Rs4.49bn. Profit before taxation rose 77% to Rs11.41bn, and the net figure reflects the higher tax bill.