Pakistan Cements: Earnings to Remain Largely Flat YoY – By IIS Research

Jan 22 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • Local industry dispatches stood at 11.2 million tons in 2QFY26, increased by 12% YoY and 18% QoQ, driven by improvement in economic/construction activity. In contrast, exports declined 21% QoQ, primarily due to the closure of the Afghan border, which materially disrupted the industry’s export mix.
  • For the IIS Cement Universe, local dispatches grew 12% YoY, while exports declined sharply by 24% YoY. Overall profitability is expected to remain broadly stable, with a marginal 0.1% YoY decline, supported by stronger domestic offtake and lower financing costs. On a QoQ basis, earnings are expected to decline by 5%, primarily due to the absence of dividend income from LCI and Lucky Electric; however, this impact is partially offset by higher volumes and an improvement in operating margins.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Note – By Vector Research

Feb 3 2026


Vector Securities


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Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a positive note – By IIS Research

Feb 3 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a positive note opening high early in the session, with momentum further supported by record monthly exports of USD 3.06bn. Trading volumes increased to 390mn shares today as compared to 216mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index gained 1,843 points to close at 186,901 level, up by 1.00% DoD. Banks, Fertilizer, and Technology sectors were the major contributors in today's session, cumulatively adding 1242 points to the index.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Chronicle – By AHCML Research

Feb 3 2026


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) KSE-100 Index extended its upward momentum, hitting an intraday high of 187,519 before closing at 186,901, up 1,843 points (+1.00%). The rally was driven by broad-based buying in Commercial Banks, Fertilizer, Technology, Pharmaceuticals, and Textile composite sectors. Sentiment was further supported by strengthened trade and investment cooperation between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, Moreover, hopes of a de-escalation in US-Iran tensions. In terms of index contribution FFC, UBL, ENGROH, MEBL, and SYS collectively added 734.81 points. On the volume front, KEL led trading with 99.51 million shares, while total market turnover stood at 846.50 million shares.
Interloop Limited (ILP): Result Preview 2QFY26 – By AHCML Research

Feb 3 2026


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • Interloop Ltd (ILP) is scheduled to announce its financial results for 2QFY26 on February 4, 2026. Interloop Ltd (ILP) reports robust 2QFY26 results with PAT surging 124% YoY to PKR2,580mn, driven by strong sales growth, improved gross margins, and a significant reduction in finance costs. However, PAT declined 7.8% QoQ due to gross margin compression from lower international textile prices and adverse currency movements, which outweighed a sequential sales increase and led to declines in operating and pre-tax profit.
  • We reiterate our Buy recommendation with Target Price of PKR115 per share, reflecting confidence in the company's continued execution and growth prospects.
Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC): 2QFY26 Result Preview – By Taurus Research

Feb 3 2026


Taurus Securities


  • 2QFY26 EPS: PKR 8.56; 2QFY26 PAT down 4%QoQ.
  • Net sales for the quarter are expected to arrive at ~PKR 98.9Bn, down 2%YoY. Royalty expenses are expected to be recorded at ~PKR 10.9Bn, down 6%YoY supporting profitability.
  • Additionally, EPS for 2QFY26 is expected to arrive at PKR 8.56, down 11%YoY and 4%QoQ, mainly due to elevated exploration and operating expenses arising from dry well outcomes at Jakhro North-1 and Khatian-1, along with the ongoing drilling and seismic activities, which continue to weigh on profitability.
Oil Marketing Companies: OMC sales up 10% YoY and 12% MoM in Jan 2026; 7MFY26 sales up 3% YoY – By Topline Research

Feb 3 2026


Topline Securities


  • Pakistan's Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) recorded sales of 1.52mn tons in Jan 2026, up 10% YoY and 12% MoM.
  • The YoY increase reflects economic recovery, easing inflation, and improved control over smuggling, while the MoM rise is driven by lower petrol and diesel prices in Jan-26 and a low base following the nationwide strike in Dec 2025 that disrupted sales for around 10 days.
  • This takes total sales for 7MFY26 to 9.7mn tons, reflecting a 3% YoY increase compared to 9.4mn tons in 7MFY25.
Lucky Cement Limited (LUCK): Analyst Briefing 2QFY26 Highlights – By AHCML Research

Feb 3 2026


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • LUCK has held an analyst briefing yesterday to discuss its financial results and future outlook. Below are the key takeaways from the briefing.
  • Pakistan cement domestic demand grew 12.5% YoY in 1HFY26 and Lucky Cement 1HFY26 sales increased to 3.36mn tons vs. 2.98mn tons in 1HFY25.
  • Approximately 56 - 57% of Lucky Cement’s energy mix comes from renewables, comprising 89.3 MW of solar capacity (including a planned 15 MW addition by Mar’26) and 28.8 MW of wind power. The remaining renewable contribution is generated through WHR systems.
Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK): Cost optimization initiatives continue; Buy – By JS Research

Feb 3 2026


JS Global Capital


  • Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK) held its corporate briefing yesterday to discuss 1HFY26 results and outlook. To recall, LUCK reported standalone EPS of Rs15.86 for 1HFY26, up 68% YoY, driven by stronger core performance and higher dividend income from subsidiaries. On a consolidated basis, earnings increased 13% YoY to Rs30.45/ sh.
  • Management shared that UC 3.0 technology has been commissioned on two production lines at the Karachi plant at a cost of Rs3-3.5bn, with plans to expand it to the two remaining lines. The technology is expected to improve cost efficiency by reducing coal consumption per ton of clinker produced and allowing the use of lower-cost, high-sulphur coal, with an estimated payback of 5 to 7 years.
Commercial Banks: Flat Earnings; Payouts Intact – By IIS Research

Feb 3 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • We preview the IIS Banking Universe’s 4QCY25 results, where aggregate earnings are expected to remain largely flat QoQ at PKR 100bn, while delivering a 16.5% YoY growth. Despite continued pressure on net interest margins amid a declining interest-rate environment, earnings remained resilient, supported by balance-sheet expansion, contained credit costs, and disciplined expense management.
  • Net interest income is expected to increase 3.6% QoQ to PKR 340.5bn and 11.7% YoY, even as reinvestment yields remained under pressure. Margin compression was partially offset by volumetric growth, with deposits rising 20% YoY and 5.7% QoQ, supporting earning asset expansion. An improving deposit mix further helped cushion margins. On a full-year basis, CY25E NII is projected to grow 15.4% YoY, reflecting the sector’s ability to navigate a softer rate cycle.
Commercial Banks: 4QCY25 Previews: Stable earnings; Payouts intact – By Insight Research

Feb 3 2026


Insight Securities


  • We estimate profitability of ISL coverage banks to inch up by 16% YoY, while same is expected to decline by 2% QoQ. The YoY increase is mainly driven by lower ETR for the quarter compared to SPLY, further aided by volumetric expansion. While, QoQ decline is attributable to slight moderation in NIMs. Net Interest Income of the sector is likely to decline as impact of lower policy rate translates into asset yields.
  • However, some of the impact is likely to offset by balance sheet expansion as deposits grew by ~2.7% QoQ. We estimate HBL/UBL/MCB/MEBL/BAFL to post EPS of PKR11.0/13.8/11.9/12.5/3.5, respectively. We expect dividend payouts to remain robust amid healthy profits and decent buffer on adequacy ratios and expect HBL/UBL/MCB/ MEBL/BAFL to announce DPS of PKR5.0/8.0/9.0/7.0/2.5, respectively.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a positive note – By IIS Research

Feb 3 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a positive note opening high early in the session, with momentum further supported by record monthly exports of USD 3.06bn. Trading volumes increased to 390mn shares today as compared to 216mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index gained 1,843 points to close at 186,901 level, up by 1.00% DoD. Banks, Fertilizer, and Technology sectors were the major contributors in today's session, cumulatively adding 1242 points to the index.
Commercial Banks: Flat Earnings; Payouts Intact – By IIS Research

Feb 3 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • We preview the IIS Banking Universe’s 4QCY25 results, where aggregate earnings are expected to remain largely flat QoQ at PKR 100bn, while delivering a 16.5% YoY growth. Despite continued pressure on net interest margins amid a declining interest-rate environment, earnings remained resilient, supported by balance-sheet expansion, contained credit costs, and disciplined expense management.
  • Net interest income is expected to increase 3.6% QoQ to PKR 340.5bn and 11.7% YoY, even as reinvestment yields remained under pressure. Margin compression was partially offset by volumetric growth, with deposits rising 20% YoY and 5.7% QoQ, supporting earning asset expansion. An improving deposit mix further helped cushion margins. On a full-year basis, CY25E NII is projected to grow 15.4% YoY, reflecting the sector’s ability to navigate a softer rate cycle.
Lucky Cement Limited (LUCK): 1HFY26 Corporate Briefing Takeaways – By IIS Research

Feb 2 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • Lucky Cement Limited held it’s corporate briefing today to discuss the financial results of 1HFY26 and future outlook of the company. Key highlights of the briefing are follows:
  • Local dispatches increased by 7% to 1.7mn tons in 2QFY26 (vs. 1.6mn tons in 1QFY26), in line with improving industry demand, which rose to 11.6mn tons from 9.6mn tons. Consequently, domestic market share declined to 15.9% in 1HFY26 from 16.0% in SPLY.
  • On the export front, market share fell to 32.5% from 37.6% due to lower volumetric dispatches, which declined to 1.5mn tons in 1HFY26 from 1.8mn tons in SPLY. Exports to Afghanistan were impacted by 100k tons in 1HFY26 following border closures.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a positive note – By IIS Research

Feb 2 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a positive note after an initial dip at the start of the session. Activity remained largely stock specific as investors positioned themselves for the ongoing results season. Trading volumes decreased to 216mn shares today as compared to 344mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index gained 883 points to close at 185,058 level, up by 0.48% DoD. Banks, E&Ps, and Autos sectors were the major contributors in today's session, cumulatively adding 707 points to the index.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a positive note – By IIS Research

Jan 30 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a positive note after a volatile session. The market remained upbeat in the first half, recovering from yesterday’s losses, while further gains in the second half were supported by news of electricity tariff relaxations. However, profit taking toward the end of the session trimmed some of the intraday gains. Trading volumes decreased to 344mn shares today as compared to 408mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index gained 1,836 points to close at 184,174 level, up by 1.01% DoD. Banks, Cement, and E&Ps sectors were the major contributors in today's session, cumulatively adding 1166 points to the index.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a sharply negative note – By IIS Research

Jan 29 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a sharply negative note, shedding points from the outset amid global uncertainty. Sentiment further deteriorated as the results season unfolded, with earnings falling short of expectations, prompting a reality check on valuations and driving sustained selling pressure. Trading volumes decreased to 408mn shares today as compared to 424mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index lost 6,042 points to close at 182,338 level, down by -3.21% DoD. Fertilizer, Banks, and E&Ps sectors were the major laggards in today's session, cumulatively shedding 3794 points from the index.
Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC): Result Review – By IIS Research

Jan 29 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • FFC announced its 4QCY25 results today, reporting an unconsolidated EPS of PKR 11.20 for the quarter and 51.70 on annual basis, which is lower than our expectation of PKR 16.1. The underperformance was mainly attributed to lower than anticipated gross margin which came down by 5.6% to 25.2% as compare to last quarter 30.8%.
  • Net sales increased by 18% QoQ to PKR 149.7bn, primarily driven by improved fertilizer offtakes following a period of weak demand in the prior season. However, the cost of sales rose by 27% QoQ, offsetting the gains from the better offtakes. Finance charges remained flat, while higher than expected other income was observed. We await the detailed accounts for further clarification. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of PKR 8.5 per share, bringing the total annual dividend to PKR 37 per share. The YoY increase in earnings also reflect the merger with FFBL effective from second half of CY25. The effective tax rate for the quarter stood at 47% and whereas on annual basis at 39%.
Morning News: Pakistan, Turkiye agree to boost rice trade – By IIS Research

Jan 29 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • Türkiye reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Pakistan. It was also agreed that technical delegations would meet to advance discussions on rice trade.
  • Malaysian Consul General Herman Hardynata Ahmad has said that bilateral trade between Pakistan and Malaysia is witnessing steady growth, with government-level discussions under way to further expand the range of Pakistani products exported to Malaysia in an effort to balance trade between the two countries.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a negative note – By IIS Research

Jan 27 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a negative note after a volatile session. Post rate-decision disappointment triggered noticeable moves, with signs of investors rotating from cyclical stocks toward defensive names, while overall activity remained selective and stock-specific Trading volumes decreased to 342mn shares today as compared to 450mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index lost 385 points to close at 188,203 level, down by -0.20% DoD. Cement, Power, and OMCs sectors were the major laggards in today's session, cumulatively shedding 605 points from the index.
Morning News: Pakistan, Canada explore deeper mineral investment – By IIS Research

Jan 23 2026


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • Pakistan and Canada are exploring deeper cooperation in the minerals and energy sectors as Islamabad accelerates efforts to revive long-delayed mining projects, including the Reko Diq copper-gold mine.
  • Pakistan and Australia agreed on Thursday to deepen cooperation in agriculture and livestock, aiming to boost farm yields, control animal diseases and expand exports as Islamabad seeks to strengthen food security and rural incomes.