The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC): AGM Key Takeaways – By Foundation Research

Oct 15 2025


Foundation Securities


  • HUBC convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today to seek shareholders’ approval for routine business matters and to obtain consent for the proposed investment in Mega Motor Company (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • With the early expiry of the Base Plant’s PPA in Oct’24 (originally set to expire in Mar’27), HUBC is evaluating new business opportunities to strengthen its balance sheet and enhance cash flows. Potential areas include participating in PIA’s privatization, establishing a Single-Mooring oil facility with PSO, and developing an aluminum smelter in partnership with Chinese investors. Final decisions will depend on government policy and overall economic conditions.
Pakistan Markets: TEL and TNTPL achieve project completion; HUBC and FFC to be beneficiaries – By AKD Research

Nov 3 2025


AKD Securities


  • Hub Power Company (HUBC) has announced that lenders of Thar Energy Limited (TEL) and ThalNova Power Thar (TN) have formally declared Project Completion Date (PCD) for both 330MW Thar-based coal IPPs as of Oct 31, 2025. With PCD achieved, both projects are now eligible to commence dividend payouts, HUBC holds 60% in TEL and 38.3% in TN. Notably, TEL achieved COD in Oct'22, while TNTPL reached COD in Feb'23, compared to the targeted COD date of Mar'21 for both plants.
  • Notably, we have already incorporated gross dividend assumptions of ~PkR3.0/5.0 per share for both TEL and TNTPL in FY26/27E.
Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR9.0 – By Insight Research

Oct 30 2025


Insight Securities


  • HUBC has announced its 1QFY26 results wherein the company has posted consolidated PAT of PKR11.6bn (EPS: PKR9.0) vs. PKR19.1bn (EPS: PKR14.7), down by 39% YoY. The result is inline with our expectations.
  • Revenue of the company decreased by 46% YoY, to clock in at PKR17.4bn in 1QFY26, due to termination of base plant and tariff renegotiation of NEL plant. While on QoQ basis, same is down by 7%.
  • Share of profit from associates increased by 4% YoY to clock in at PKR10.8bn.
The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC): 1QFY26 Result Review – By Taurus Research

Oct 30 2025


Taurus Securities


  • Net sales declined 46%YoY to PKR 17.4Bn, mainly due to the absence of the base plant’s earnings and lower tariffs for NEL. On a QoQ basis, revenue fell 7%, reflecting lower plant utilization at Laraib.
  • Earnings from associates came around PKR 10.8Bn, up 4%YoY, primarily due to better profit contribution from CPHGC. However, sequentially, contribution from Mega Motors is also likely to have increased.
  • Finance costs declined 54%YoY to PKR 2.5Bn, driven by lower interest rates and debt repayments on loans previously taken for Chinese IPPs, which have eased borrowing pressures. The Company continues deleveraging its balance sheet, containing finance charges.
HUB Power Company Limited (HUBC): 1QCY26 EPS to arrive at PKR8.7 – By Insight Research

Oct 29 2025


Insight Securities


  • We expect HUB power company limited to post EPS of PKR8.7/sh in 1QFY26 vs. EPS of PKR14.7/sh in SPLY and PKR9.2/sh in preceding quarter, down by 41%/5% YoY/QoQ.
  • In1QFY26, power generation clocked in at 40,933 kwh in 1QFY26 vs. 40,546 kwh in 1QFY25, up by 1% YoY. The increase in power generation is attributable to low base effect, shift of captive power consumers to grid amid grid levy and reduction in power tariff.
The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC): AGM Key Takeaways – By Foundation Research

Oct 15 2025


Foundation Securities


  • HUBC convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today to seek shareholders’ approval for routine business matters and to obtain consent for the proposed investment in Mega Motor Company (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • With the early expiry of the Base Plant’s PPA in Oct’24 (originally set to expire in Mar’27), HUBC is evaluating new business opportunities to strengthen its balance sheet and enhance cash flows. Potential areas include participating in PIA’s privatization, establishing a Single-Mooring oil facility with PSO, and developing an aluminum smelter in partnership with Chinese investors. Final decisions will depend on government policy and overall economic conditions.
The Hub Power Company (HUBC): Management Meeting Takeaways – By Topline Research

Oct 7 2025


Topline Securities


  • We had a management meeting with the senior management of HUBC CEO, Mr. Kamran Kamal and CFO, Mr. Muhammad Saqib on the recent financial results and outlook.
  • Regarding the recent power circular debt resolution, the company stated that they are not aware of any talks made on the waiver of the late payment surcharge. They further mentioned that any discussions on this matter will take place at the government-to-government (G2G) level, as these are CPEC-related plants, and the relevant forum for such discussions is the JCC.
  • Management stated that due to the government’s focus on this area and timely release of the planned subsidies, the Company’s recoveries have improved, particularly for its coal-fired power plants. This is one reason for reduction in the Company’s finance cost along with lower interest rate.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Chronicle – By AHCML Research

Dec 12 2025


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The KSE-100 Index staged a rebound session today, climbing to an intraday high of 170,052.87 before settling at all time high of 169,864.52, up by 1,289.83 points (0.77%). The upward momentum was fuelled by robust buying interest in fertilizer, commercial banks, Technology & Communication, oil and gas exploration companies, OMCs and Cement.
  • On the economic front, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) slapped 11 new structural benchmarks (SBs) on Pakistan, including developing and publishing a comprehensive medium-term (3 to 5 years) tax reform strategy, asset declarations of high-level federal civil servants and an action plan to mitigate corruption vulnerabilities in identified departments. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s central bank is expected to retain interest rates at 11% on Monday as analysts push back rate-cut forecasts to late 2026 after the IMF warned inflation risks persist and policy must stay “appropriately tight”. Among major contributors FFC, MCB, SYS, PPL, & HUBC, which collectively added 783.31 points to the benchmark index. HUMNL led volumes with 71.84 million shares; as overall market participation reached 873.03 million shares.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Note – By Vector Research

Dec 12 2025


Vector Securities


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Pakistan Market Wrap: View from the Desk – By JS Research

Dec 12 2025


JS Global Capital


  • PSX rebounded strongly as the KSE 100 Index surged 1,289 points to close at 169,864. The market opened soft but quickly recovered with steady upward momentum. Intraday high touched 170,052, showing strong buying interest. Overall volumes remained healthy at 873mn shares. Optimism returned after yesterday’s pullback, lifting major sectors. Buyers remained dominant throughout the session, driving sustained strength. Near-term outlook stays positive as the market attempts another breakout above170k.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Market Sustains Upward Trajectory Amid Renewed Inflows and Sectoral Developments – By HMFS Research

Dec 12 2025


HMFS Research


  • The KSE-100 Index sustained its upward momentum today, with investors displaying renewed optimism on the back of IMF tranche inflows and the World Bank’s approval of a USD 400mn Urban Water and Resilience Project. Sentiment was further reinforced by positive movements in the energy chain, where payments of circular debt provided an additional uplift. Benchmark index touched an intra-day high of 1,478 points before settling at 169,865 points, reflecting a gain of 1,290 points. Market participation remained healthy, with 310mn shares traded on the KSE-100 and overall market volumes reaching 872mn shares.
  • The most actively traded scrips included HUMNL (72mn), DSL (47mn), and WTL (41mn). On the policy front, the IMF has proposed 11 new structural benchmarks aimed at strengthening tax administration and reducing systemic leakages. As discussions continue, the clarity and trajectory of these reforms are likely to guide near-term market direction. Additionally, the MPC meeting scheduled for December 15 is expected to retain the policy rate at 11%. While a status quo stance aligns with market expectations, any deviation would shape the market accordingly. Overall, the improving macroeconomic backdrop and steady progress on policy measures are expected to keep the market supported. Investors are advised to maintain a vigilant stance and allocate capital toward fundamentally strong, long-term growth stories.
Pakistan Market Wrap: KSE-100 closes at 169,865 up 1,290 points – By Alpha-Akseer Research

Dec 12 2025


Alpha Capital


  • The equity market opened on a strong note and maintained its momentum throughout the session. The KSE-100 Index touched an intraday high of 170,053 and a low of 168,422, before settling at 169,865—up 1,290 points. Trading activity remained healthy, with 310 million shares changing hands and an estimated turnover of PKR 27 billion.
  • Major contributors to the index’s gain included FFC (up 2.2%, adding 372 points), MCB (3%, 150 points), SYS (2.3%, 116 points), PPL (1.5%, 74 points), and HUBC (1.1%, 72 points). In terms of volumes, HUMNL and SSGC led the market with 71.8 million and 31.1 million shares traded, respectively.
Pakistan Economy: SBP Expected to keep Policy Rate unchanged at 11% – By AHCML Research

Dec 12 2025


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The State Bank of Pakistan's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is highly anticipated to maintain the policy rate unchanged at 11% in its upcoming meeting on December 15, 2025. This decision is driven by a complex mix of opposing economic forces. Significant upside risks to inflation from recent flood disruptions is the primary culprits. However, this is countered by strengthening external sector stability, evidenced by a strong forex reserves level along with massive foreign inflows from international financial institutions. Along with stable PKR and a rebound in industrial activity, with the LSM index growing at 4.08%YoY in 1QFY26. The MPC is expected to prioritize anchoring inflation expectations while leveraging the improved external position to adopt a "wait-and-see" approach, assessing the full impact of the flood-induced economic disruptions before making any policy rate cut.
Pakistan Economy: IMF: Further reforms needed – By Foundation Research

Dec 12 2025


Foundation Securities


  • The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the detailed report upon approval by its Executive Board of the 2nd review of the USD 7.0Bn Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and 1st review of the USD 1.3Bn Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The IMF report cited the governments’ strong program implementation as 6 of 7 quantitative criteria, 4 of 8 indicative targets, and most continuous and other structural benchmarks were met at end-June 2025. This has maintained stability and improved financing and external conditions.
  • Pakistan’s 37-month EFF was approved on September 25, 2024, and aims to build resilience and enable sustainable growth. The program’s priorities remain centered on (i) entrenching macroeconomic stability through consistent implementation of sound macro policies, including rebuilding international reserve buffers and broadening the tax base; (ii) advancing reforms to strengthen competition and raise productivity and competitiveness; and (iii) reforming SOEs and improving public service provision, developing human and physical capital, and restoring energy sector viability.
Pakistan Economy: IMF releases staff report following review completion – By JS Research

Dec 12 2025


JS Global Capital


  • A detailed Staff report has been released by IMF, following IMF Executive Board’s approval of the second review for the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). Completion of the second EFF review has made available SDR 760mn (about US$1bn) bringing total disbursements to US$3.3bn (SDR 2,434mn) including US$200mn (SDR 154mn) under the RSF.
  • IMF’s key priorities include cementing macroeconomic stability through consistent implementation of sound macro policies, including rebuilding international reserve buffers, and broadening the tax base implementation of reforms to boost market competition, enhance productivity & competitiveness, reform state-owned enterprises (SOEs), improve the delivery of public services and ensure the financial viability of the energy sector.
Automobile Assemblers: Nov’25: Passenger Vehicle Sales down 11%MoM – By Taurus Research

Dec 12 2025


Taurus Securities


  • According to data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturing Association (PAMA), automobile sales in Nov’25 showed a de crease of 11%MoM in volumes for Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), and Jeeps, totaling 15,420 units. Moreover, on a yearly basis sales experienced a 53% surge as compared to the SPLY. INDU’s market share marginally decreased by 1ppts MoM to 25%, while HCAR’s share improved 2ppts to 17%. Hyundai’s market share remained unchanged, whereas SAZEW’s share marginally decreased~ 1% to 7%. Meanwhile, PSMC’s market share remained stable at 43%. Moreover, 5MFY26 car sales rose 48%YoY to 74,835 units compared to 50,669 units sold last year.
  • The yearly growth in sales during Nov’25 can be attributed to several factors, stable inflation, fuel prices, interest rates and dis counted car prices along with the release of new variants. Moreover, the MoM decrease in auto sales was led by decrease in volumes for PSMC, INDU, Hyundai, SAZEW, GAL and DFML and increase in GHNI reflecting strong competition between the companies in the market. This results in a mixed performance that limits overall growth. Going forward, easing inflation and declining interest rates are expected to support demand recovery, partially offsetting the negative impact of the recent fiscal measures.
Morning News: Pakistan receives $1.2bn from IMF, confirms SBP – By HMFS Research

Dec 12 2025


HMFS Research


  • The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday said it has received about $1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The amount would be reflected in SBP’s foreign exchange reserves for the week ending 12 December 2025, which are expected to be published next week, it added.
  • The IMF has imposed 11 new structural benchmarks on Pakistan to strengthen fiscal management, governance, and sectoral reforms after noting that the country met 8 of 13 earlier targets. These new benchmarks require the government to finalize an FBR reform roadmap, publish a medium-term tax reform strategy, and enhance transparency by making senior civil servants’ asset declarations public and issuing an action plan to address corruption risks. Additional conditions include studies and action plans to lower remittance costs, boost FX inflows, and develop the local currency bond market. The IMF also demands progress on energy sector reforms by preparing HESCO and SEPCO for private sector participation, signing PSO agreements with major SOEs to improve transparency, and adopting a national sugar market liberalization policy.
Pakistan Economy: IMF: Further reforms needed – By Foundation Research

Dec 12 2025


Foundation Securities


  • The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the detailed report upon approval by its Executive Board of the 2nd review of the USD 7.0Bn Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and 1st review of the USD 1.3Bn Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The IMF report cited the governments’ strong program implementation as 6 of 7 quantitative criteria, 4 of 8 indicative targets, and most continuous and other structural benchmarks were met at end-June 2025. This has maintained stability and improved financing and external conditions.
  • Pakistan’s 37-month EFF was approved on September 25, 2024, and aims to build resilience and enable sustainable growth. The program’s priorities remain centered on (i) entrenching macroeconomic stability through consistent implementation of sound macro policies, including rebuilding international reserve buffers and broadening the tax base; (ii) advancing reforms to strengthen competition and raise productivity and competitiveness; and (iii) reforming SOEs and improving public service provision, developing human and physical capital, and restoring energy sector viability.
Pakistan Cement: Soft turn out in Nov’25 – By Foundation Research

Dec 4 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Cement sector dispatches exhibited a decline of 2.4% YoY in Nov’25 to 4.1Mn tons, while capacity utilization remained muted at 57.2% vs. 57.3% in the SPLY. Local sales recorded a slight increase of 3.3% YoY to 3.5Mn tons, showing mild signs of demand recovery and improved macros. However, exports declined by a sizable 26.5% YoY to reach 0.6Mn tons. This decline is a function of improved domestic demand post floods, high base effect and complete closure of Afghan border which is evident from the slump in North exports.
  • Fall in local dispatches of 9.7% MoM is primarily due to high base effect and weather changes. Local demand continued to show early signs of recovery in the aftermath of floods, aided by improved macros. However, exports were materially impacted, owing to Afghan border closure as evident by a large MoM decline 28.9% and improved local sales.
Kohat Cement Company Limited (KOHC): FY25 Analyst Briefing Takeaways – By Foundation Research

Nov 11 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Kohat Cement Company Limited (KOHC PA) held its 1QFY26 analyst briefing today to discuss financial/operational performance and outlook of the company.
  • Kohat Cement Company Limited (KOHC PA) profitability clocked in at PKR 2.9Bn (EPS: PKR 3.20/sh) in 1QFY26 vs. PKR 3.4Bn (EPS: PKR 3.74/sh) during 1QFY25. In FY25, KOHC profitability was reported at PKR 11.6Bn (EPS: PKR 12.59/sh) as compared to PKR 8.9Bn (EPS: PKR 9.67/sh) in FY24.
  • In 1QFY26, local retention prices settled at PKR 14.6k/ton vs. cost incurred of PKR 9.6k/ton. However retention prices in FY25 stood at PKR 16.1k/ton vs. PKR 14.9k/ton in the year prior. Recently prices have increased which would offset impact of surge in coal prices thereby gross margins will sustain.
Pioneer Cement Limited (PIOC): Analyst Briefing Key Takeaways – By Foundation Research

Nov 10 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Pioneer Cement Limited (PIOC PA) held its analyst briefing today to discuss financial/operational performance and outlook of the company.
  • Pioneer Cement Limited (PIOC PA) reported a profit of PKR 1.3Bn (EPS: PKR 5.6/sh), up 25% YoY in 1QFY26, against PKR 1.0Bn (EPS: PKR 4.5/sh) in 1QFY25. The company earned a profit of PKR 4.9Bn (EPS: PKR 21.5/sh) in FY25 as against profit of PKR 5.2bn (EPS: PKR 22.8/sh) in FY24.
Oil Marketing Companies: Volumetric pick-up continues – By Foundation Research

Nov 6 2025


Foundation Securities


  • During Oct’25, POL sales remained flat YoY (up 9% MoM) to 1.5Mn tons. Whereas in 4MFY26 sales witnessed an increase of 4% YoY to 5.4Mn tons despite low utilization of FO. Product-wise data revealed that MS/HSD sales were down/up 2/4% YoY whereas FO sales nosedived 52% YoY during Oct’25. Company-wise analysis depicts that PSO/WAFI volumes fell/rose 8/14% YoY, respectively, while APL volume remained steady YoY in Oct’25.
  • White oil: Domestic petroleum sales (ex-non Energy) depicted unchanged growth YoY during the month, while white oil sales climbed 1% YoY (up 8% MoM). Product wise, HSD sales increased 4% YoY (up 21% MoM) to clock-in at 714K tons. Whereas, MS sales dropped 2% YoY (down 4% MoM) to 657K tons during Oct’25. During 4MFY26, sales accelerated 4% YoY due to an increase of 7% YoY in White oil sales given improved macros. MS/HSD sales boosted 4/11% YoY during 4MFY26. In the outgoing month, MS/HSD prices moderated by 0.4/1.7% MoM to average Rs267.0/277.7/liter, respectively.
Pakistan Cement: Local demand maintains uptrend in Oct’25 – By Foundation Research

Nov 6 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Cement sector dispatches recorded a growth of 6.1% YoY in Oct’25 to 4.8Mn tons, while capacity utilization increased to 65.8%. Local sales exhibited a jump of 15.3% YoY to 3.9Mn tons, which we believe is due to low base effect and improved macros. However, exports declined by a sizable 23.2% YoY to reach 0.8Mn tons. This decline is a function of improved domestic demand post floods, high base effect of exports and closure of Afghan border.
  • Surge in local dispatches of 12.5% MoM is primarily due to post floods impact as water levels were receding during the period under discussion. Domestic demand continued to show early signs of recovery in the aftermath of floods, aided by improved macros. However, a mild 0.2% MoM decline in exports limited the overall increase.
Pakistan Economy: MSCI Nov’25 Quarterly Index Review: 3 additions to MSCI Pakistan Index and 11 additions/2 deletions to MSCI FM Small Cap (Pakistan) Index – By Foundation Research

Nov 6 2025


Foundation Securities


  • MSCI, the leading global provider of research-based indexes and analytics, earlier today announced the results of its Nov’25 Frontier Markets Quarterly Index Review. All changes will be implemented from 24th November 2025.
  • In MSCI Pakistan Index, there have been 3 additions which are Askari Bank (AKBL), Bank of Punjab (BOP) and Meezan Bank (MEBL).
MARI Energies Limited (MARI): 1QFY26 EPS fell to PKR 13.0/sh down 19% YoY – By Foundation Research

Oct 30 2025


Foundation Securities


  • MARI Energies Limited (MARI) profitability clocked-in at PKR 15.6Bn, EPS of PKR 13.0/sh, (down 19/17% YoY/QoQ) in 1QFY26 as compared to profit of PKR 19.2Bn, EPS of PKR 16.0/sh in 1QFY25. The company skipped an interim dividend. The results are in line with our estimates.
  • Net sales of PKR 45.4Bn were recorded in 1QFY26, flat YoY/up 2% QoQ. The company booked a total royalty charge of PKR 11.3Bn, up 2.0x/8% YoY/QoQ. Surge in royalty charges is on the back of incremental well head expense. Opex remained under control and increased by a mere 4% YoY.
Lotte Chemicals Pakistan Limited (LOTCHEM): 3QCY25 EPS clocked-in at Rs0.06, down 81% YoY – By Foundation Research

Oct 29 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited (LOTCHEM) released its 3QCY25 financial result with EPS of Rs0.06/sh, down/up 81/18% YoY/QoQ, compared to profit of Rs0.33/sh in 3QCY24. This cumulates to 9MCY25 earnings of Rs0.55/sh, down 69% YoY.
  • Decline in 3QCY25 profitability is attributable to (1) 23 day plant maintenance shutdown due to technical reasons and (2) lower PTA-PX margin.
  • Gross margins declined 1.4ppts YoY to only 2.8% during 3Q attributable to lower PTA-PX margin.
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC): 9MCY25 Analyst Briefing Key Takeaways – By Foundation Research

Oct 29 2025


Foundation Securities


  • To recall, Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC PA) profitability clocked-in at PKR 19.2Bn (EPS: PKR 13.5, down 22/24% YoY/QoQ) in 3QCY25 against profit of PKR 24.5Bn (EPS: PKR 17.2/sh) in 3QCY24. PAT clocked in at PKR 57.6Bn (EPS PKR 40.5, up 14% YoY) in 9MCY25 against profit of PKR 50.6Bn in 9MCY24 (EPS: PKR 35.5). The result was accompanied by an interim cash payout of PKR 9.5/sh in 3QCY25, taking 9M payout to PKR 28.5/sh.
  • Out of FFC’s robust PKR 34.4Bn other income in 9M, PKR 20.9Bn comes from dividend income, which is a record.
  • On the matter regarding Shariah-compliant status of the company, FFC is working aggressively towards the goal having shifted significantly to Islamic investments and looking to achieve compliant status in the near future.
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