Karachi: National Foods Limited has reported a remarkable financial performance for the fiscal year 2026, with significant growth across key financial metrics. The company's latest investor briefing, dated October 27, 2026, highlights a more than 100% increase in the net profit after tax from continuing operations.

According to the consolidated group financial performance, National Foods Limited achieved a revenue of PKR 74,283 million in FY26, marking a 14% increase from the previous fiscal year's PKR 65,144 million. The net sales also experienced a 14% growth, reaching PKR 50,651 million. The gross profit rose by 20% to PKR 19,447 million, reflecting an improvement in the company's gross margin, which increased from 36% to 38%.

A significant milestone was recorded in the operating profit, which soared by 62% to PKR 6,108 million, while the net profit after tax from continuing operations surged to PKR 5,917 million, representing an increase of over 100%. Furthermore, the earnings per share from continuing operations rose dramatically from PKR 8.15 to PKR 25.78.

The company's profit from discontinued operations increased to PKR 20,469 million, contributing to the profit attributable to the owners of the parent, which skyrocketed to PKR 25,975 million, a growth of over 100%. The total earnings per share also saw a substantial rise, reaching PKR 111.42.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), National Foods Limited's operational efficiency improved, as evidenced by the operating margin, which increased from 8% to 12%, and the profit margin from continuing operations, which rose from 5% to 12%.

In the unconsolidated financial performance for Pakistan, National Foods Limited reported an 8% increase in tonnage to 109,540 KGs. The revenue grew by 13% to PKR 72,977 million, while net sales increased by 12% to PKR 49,899 million. The gross profit reached PKR 18,788 million, representing a 19% increase, with the gross margin improving from 36% to 38%.

Operating profit in the Pakistan segment rose by 44% to PKR 7,025 million, and the net profit after tax increased by 78% to PKR 5,655 million. The earnings per share in Pakistan also experienced a 78% rise, reaching PKR 24.26.

The investor briefing detailed a gain from the 50.5% divestment of A-I Bags & Supplies Inc. and a remeasurement gain on a retained 9.5% stake, contributing to the overall financial results. These results underscore the company's robust performance in the designated market category.