Karachi: Lotte Chemical has announced a temporary shutdown of its plant operations following a technical fault, according to a statement released on August 8, 2025. The company has initiated necessary maintenance activities to address the issue.

This disclosure was made in compliance with Section 96 and 131 of the Securities Act, 2015, along with clause 5.6.1 of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) Regulations. The company has urged that THE Certificate Holders of the Exchange be informed about the current situation.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the technical fault has led to an operational halt as maintenance teams work to resolve the problem. The extent of the impact on production schedules and financial performance remains to be seen.

The designated market category indicates that any shifts in stock prices resulting from this announcement will be closely monitored by investors and market analysts. Depending on the duration and implications of the plant shutdown, the financial metrics of Lotte Chemical could experience a range of movement.