Karachi: Fauji Cement Company Limited has reported its financial results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2026, revealing a marked increase in profitability. The company's net profit for the quarter rose to 4.96 billion rupees, a significant move from the 3.29 billion rupees recorded during the same period last year. This reflects a notable improvement in earnings per share, which increased from 1.34 rupees to 2.02 rupees.

The company's revenue for the quarter climbed to 26.05 billion rupees, up from 23.42 billion rupees, showcasing robust growth in its operations. Cost of sales amounted to 16.69 billion rupees, compared to 16.04 billion rupees in the prior-year period, resulting in a gross profit of 9.36 billion rupees, up from 7.38 billion rupees.

Fauji Cement's financial statements also highlight a reduction in finance costs, which fell to 714.08 million rupees from 1.14 billion rupees. The company benefited from a share of net profit from investments accounted for using the equity method, contributing an additional 496.37 million rupees to the bottom line.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Fauji Cement's total equity and reserves increased to 98.65 billion rupees from 97.37 billion rupees as of June 30, 2026. The company's non-current liabilities decreased to 35.53 billion rupees from 36.87 billion rupees, reflecting effective management of long-term obligations.

The company's total assets stood at 176.53 billion rupees, slightly up from 175.49 billion rupees at the end of the previous fiscal year. Fauji Cement's current assets grew to 38.64 billion rupees, driven by a substantial increase in short-term investments, which rose to 9.02 billion rupees from 1.92 billion rupees.

Fauji Cement's financial performance for the first quarter of the fiscal year indicates strong operational execution and strategic investment decisions, positioning the company favorably in the cement industry.