Lahore: Berger Paints Pakistan Limited has announced a final cash dividend for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, following a meeting of its Board of Directors on September 23. The board recommended a cash dividend of Rs.5 per share, equivalent to a 50% payout, which awaits approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting scheduled for October 23, 2026.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Berger Paints Pakistan reported a notable increase in its financial performance for the year. The company's revenue from contracts with customers rose to Rs.9.18 billion from Rs.8.94 billion in the previous year. The profit after taxation also saw a rise to Rs.309.43 million, up from Rs.298.52 million, marking a moderate move in profitability.

The company's gross profit for the year increased to Rs.2.13 billion from Rs.1.85 billion, while selling and distribution expenses rose to Rs.1.03 billion from Rs.932.88 million. Administrative and general expenses increased to Rs.287.78 million from Rs.251.16 million. Berger Paints also reported an impairment loss of Rs.130.10 million, significantly higher than the previous year's Rs.27.35 million.

The financial results presented include a statement of financial position, a statement of changes in equity, and a statement of cash flows. Berger Paints Pakistan's net cash generated from operating activities before working capital changes amounted to Rs.1.06 billion, up from Rs.908.34 million. However, the net cash used in investing activities increased to Rs.268.84 million from Rs.191.85 million. Meanwhile, financing activities generated a net cash flow of Rs.383.94 million, compared to Rs.319.88 million in the previous year.

The company's earnings per share stood at Rs.12.60, an increase from Rs.12.16 last year. The share transfer books will be closed from October 16 to October 23, 2026, for entitlement purposes. Transfers received by the close of business on October 15, 2026, will be eligible for the dividend.

The financial results of Berger Paints for the year ended June 30, 2026, will be available on the company's website and transmitted through PUCARS. As Berger Paints continues to report growth in its financial metrics, stakeholders await the AGM's approval for the proposed dividend, reflecting confidence in the company's ongoing performance.