Karachi: Shahmurad Sugar Mills Limited has announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, reflecting a substantial increase in profitability and operational efficiency. In a board meeting convened on December 30, 2025, the company declared a final cash dividend of Rs. 6.00 per share, supplementing the interim dividend of Rs. 14.00 per share already distributed.
For the year ending September 30, 2025, the company reported sales revenue of 23.47 billion rupees, a decline from the previous year’s 25.74 billion rupees. However, cost of sales also decreased to 20.99 billion rupees from 23.56 billion rupees, resulting in a gross profit of 2.48 billion rupees, up from 2.18 billion rupees in the prior year.
According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Shahmurad Sugar Mills’ operating profit increased to 2.23 billion rupees from 2.07 billion rupees in 2024, driven by a reduction in finance costs, which fell significantly to 707.47 million rupees from 1.65 billion rupees. This reduction in finance costs is a pivotal factor contributing to the company’s financial performance, leading to a profit before income tax of 1.50 billion rupees, a marked improvement from the 84.48 million rupees reported last year.
The company’s net profit for the year stood at 911.36 million rupees, a very large increase compared to the 52.40 million rupees recorded in 2024. Earnings per share rose to 43.15 rupees from 2.48 rupees, underscoring the enhanced profitability of Shahmurad Sugar Mills.
The cash flow from operating activities also showed a positive trend, with net cash inflow reaching 2.73 billion rupees, reversing the outflow of 1.38 billion rupees in the previous year. The company’s cash and cash equivalents at the end of the fiscal year amounted to 5.91 billion rupees, a significant increase from 3.54 billion rupees at the start of the year.
Shahmurad Sugar Mills’ financial performance highlights the company’s strategic adjustments and operational efficiencies, setting a robust foundation for future growth. The designated market category for the company is the sugar industry, which plays a crucial role in the region’s agricultural and manufacturing sectors. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2026, at their registered office in Karachi.