Attock Petroleum Limited (APL): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR30.6 – By Insight Research

Oct 28 2025


Insight Securities


  • Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) has announced its 1QFY26 result wherein company posted PAT of ~PKR3.8bn (EPS: PKR30.6) vs. PAT of ~PKR2.3bn (EPS: PKR19.1) in SPLY, up by 60% YoY. The result came above our expectations due to higher than estimated gross margins.
  • Topline of the company recorded an increase of 4% YoY amid improved offtakes coupled with higher petroleum product prices. However, same is down by 8% QoQ attributable to volumetric sales during the quarter. To highlight, company posted overall volumetric sales 327k MT (↓1%/↓17% YoY/QoQ) with retail sales standing at 313k MT (↑9%/↓10% YoY/QoQ).
Attock Petroleum Limited (APL PA): 1QFY26 EPS clocked-in at Rs 30.63, up 60% YoY – By Foundation Research

Oct 28 2025


Foundation Securities


  • Attock Petroleum Limited (APL PA) profitability during 1QFY26 clocked-in at Rs3.8bn (EPS Rs30.63), up 60/41% YoY/QoQ, compared to Rs2.4bn (EPS Rs19.17) in 1QFY25.
  • Profitability jumped 60% YoY during 1QFY26 on the back of (1) higher MS/HSD volumes and (2) inventory gains. Sequentially, profitability increased by 41%.
  • Company's MS/HSD volumes increased 3/6% YoY in 1Q amid pick up in economic activity.
Attock Petroleum Limited (APL): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR30.6 – By Insight Research

Oct 28 2025


Insight Securities


  • Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) has announced its 1QFY26 result wherein company posted PAT of ~PKR3.8bn (EPS: PKR30.6) vs. PAT of ~PKR2.3bn (EPS: PKR19.1) in SPLY, up by 60% YoY. The result came above our expectations due to higher than estimated gross margins.
  • Topline of the company recorded an increase of 4% YoY amid improved offtakes coupled with higher petroleum product prices. However, same is down by 8% QoQ attributable to volumetric sales during the quarter. To highlight, company posted overall volumetric sales 327k MT (↓1%/↓17% YoY/QoQ) with retail sales standing at 313k MT (↑9%/↓10% YoY/QoQ).
Maple Leaf Cement Factory Limited (MLCF): Result Preview 1QFY26 – By AHCML Research

Oct 16 2025


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • Maple Leaf Cement is anticipated to report a PAT of PKR 2,589mn (EPS: PKR 2.47) for 1QFY26, reflecting an impressive 149% YoY increase.
  • Sales revenue for the quarter is expected to reach PKR 17,755mn, up 13% YoY, supported by higher retention prices and dispatches.
  • Gross margins are estimated at 34.09%, up 4.33 ppt YoY. primarily driven by lower fuel and coal prices as well as improved cost efficiencies.
Maple Leaf Cement Factory Ltd (MLCF): 1QFY26 result previews – By JS Research

Oct 16 2025


JS Global Capital


  • We present 1QFY26 earnings expectations for Maple Leaf Cement Factory Ltd (MLCF) and Lucky Cement Ltd (LUCK).
  • MLCF is expected to post standalone EPS of Rs2.36 in 1QFY26, reflecting a 2.4x YoY increase, driven by a 17% rise in domestic dispatches, a 5.5ppt improvement in gross margins, and a substantial reduction in finance costs. On a consolidated basis, EPS is projected at Rs2.67, up 2.1x YoY.
  • LUCK, on the other hand, is expected to post 17% YoY growth in standalone profitability in 1QFY26, with EPS estimated at Rs5.25/share, supported by a 10% increase in dispatches and a 2.4ppt YoY improvement in gross margins amid lower coal prices and continued cost efficiencies. On a consolidated basis, EPS is projected at Rs14.65, reflecting a 20% YoY increase.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Persistent Profit-Taking Deepens Market Slide Amid Geopolitical Concerns – By HMFS Research

Nov 5 2025


HMFS Research


  • Following a sharp correction in the previous session, the KSE-100 Index extended its decline as persistent profit-taking and escalating geopolitical tensions continued to weigh on investor sentiment. The benchmark index plunged by 2,000 points intraday as investors remained cautious. Sustained selling pressure kept market momentum subdued, particularly across cyclical sectors, as participants awaited clarity on both geopolitical and macroeconomic fronts. The KSE-100 Index ultimately closed at 159,578, down by 1,704 points from the previous session’s close.
  • Trading activity remained moderate, mirroring the restrained tone of the previous day, with 333mn shares traded on the KSE-100 Index and 859mn shares exchanged in the broader market. Looking ahead, market direction is expected to remain sensitive to developments along the borders and evolving geopolitical narratives. However, optimism persists over Pakistan’s “Blue Economy” initiative, which continues to attract long-term investor interest with its projected USD 100bn potential by 2047. While intermittent bouts of profit-taking are likely to continue as part of normal market cycles, investors are advised to adopt a cautious approach, focusing on fundamentally robust stocks capable of withstanding short-term volatility.
Pakistan Market Wrap: Evening Chronicle – By AHCML Research

Nov 5 2025


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • The KSE-100 Index experienced another volatile trading session today, climbing to an intraday high of 162,052.45 before settling at 159,578.19, down -1,703.58 points (-1.06%). Market sentiment remained cautious, with profit-taking weighing on performance as investors trimmed positions across key sectors, including commercial banks, oil and gas exploration companies, OMCs, power generation and refinery.
  • In sectoral developments, Finance Minister stated on Wednesday that the government is moving toward deregulating the sugar and wheat sectors while addressing members of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, highlighting efforts to promote efficiency and market-driven mechanisms within the commodity space. Top drags to index included FFC, ENGROH, LUCK, MEBL, & SYS, which collectively pulled the benchmark down by -902.58 points. KEL led volumes with 100.03 million shares; overall market turnover was 860.26 million shares.
Pakistan Market Wrap: The benchmark index closed on a negative note – By IIS Research

Nov 5 2025


Ismail Iqbal Securities


  • The benchmark index closed on a negative note, remaining volatile and shedding points amid lingering skepticism over geopolitical developments. Trading volumes increased to 333mn shares today as compared to 322mn shares in the previous session. Today, the KSE-100 index lost 1,704 points to close at 159,578 level, down by -1.06% DoD. Commercial Banks, Fertilizer, and Cement sectors were the major laggards in today's session, cumulatively shedding 1176 points from the index.
Waves Home Appliances Limited (WAVESAPP): 9MCY25 & CY24 Corporate Briefing Takeaways – By Taurus Research

Nov 5 2025


Taurus Securities


  • Waves Home Appliances Limited (WAVESAPP) is a subsidiary of Waves Corporation Limited (WAVES). The principal activity of the business is manufacturing domestic consumer appliances. WAVESAPP produces deep freezers, coolers, refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, microwaves, water dispensers and heaters, geysers, and cooking ranges.
  • The Management noted that they will be relaunching certain discontinued products such as air conditioners in the coming year. They also noted that WAVES is still the market leader in the deep freezers segment.
Waves Corporation Limited (WAVES): 9MCY25 & CY24 Corporate Briefing Takeaways – By Taurus Research

Nov 5 2025


Taurus Securities


  • Waves Corporation Limited (WAVES) is the parent company of Waves Home Appliances Limited (WAVESAPP), Waves Marketplace Limited (WMPL), and Waves Builders & Developers Private Limited (WBDL), of which it has stakes of 50%, 100%, and 100%, respectively. WAVES went through corporate restructuring in FY22 which separated WAVESAPP, i.e. the home appliances business, from WAVES which fully retained the retail and real estate businesses.
  • As part of this restructuring, WAVESAPP issued a total of 256Mn shares of which 199Mn were allotted to WAVES, while the remaining 56Mn were allotted to shareholders of WAVES in the ratio of 20 WAVESAPP shares for every 100 WAVES shares held. Further, PKR 2Bn in cash were payable to WAVES by WAVESAPP with in two years of the restructuring.
Waves Home Appliances Ltd. (WAVESAPP): CY24 and 9MCY25 Analyst Briefing takeaways – By AKD Research

Nov 5 2025


AKD Securities


  • To recall, company posted net revenue of PkR3.2bn in CY24 compared to PkR4.2bn in SPLY, down 24%YoY. In 9MCY25, topline clocked in at PkR2.8bn, vs. PkR2.5bn in SPLY, up 11%YoY, primarily driven by demand recovery.
  • Company reported earnings of PkR153mn (EPS: PkR0.57) during CY24, compared to PkR116mn (EPS: PkR0.43) in SPLY, up 32%YoY. During 9MCY25, earnings clocked in at PkR262mn (EPS: PkR0.98), compared to PkR68mn (EPS: PkR0.26) in SPLY, up 3.8xYoY. This increase was primarily driven by other income.
  • Appliance demand is steadily moving toward larger, more premium products, driving value-based topline growth even as overall volumes remain relatively stable.
Waves Corporation Limited (WAVES): CY24 and 9MCY25 Analyst Briefing takeaways – By AKD Research

Nov 5 2025


AKD Securities


  • To recall, company posted net revenue of PkR3.9bn in CY24 compared to PkR5.2bn in SPLY, down 24%YoY. In 9MCY25, topline clocked in at PkR3.5bn, vs. PkR3.1bn in SPLY, up 15%YoY, primarily driven by demand recovery.
  • Company reported earnings of PkR1.1bn (EPS: PkR3.9) during CY24, compared to PkR257mn (EPS: PkR0.91) in SPLY, up 4.2xYoY. During 9MCY25, earnings clocked in at PkR648mn (EPS: PkR2.30), compared to PkR282mn (EPS: PkR1.00) in SPLY, up 2.3xYoY. This increase was primarily driven by other income.
National Foods Limited (NATF): Strong footings at home, unlocking valuations for foreign investment; Buy – By JS Research

Nov 5 2025


JS Global Capital


  • We reinitiate coverage on one of Pakistan’s leading food products company, National Foods Ltd (NATF) with a Buy rating, arriving at a DCF-based Target Price (TP) of Rs485, implying a 28% upside.
  • With over 90% of NATF’s consol. earnings derived from its Pakistan operations, where it enjoys strong brand footing, we expect the company’s Standalone earnings to grow at a 5-yr. CAGR of 28%. while also contributing 76% to our TP.
  • Growing demand for convenience food ingredients in Pakistan with evolving demographics & distribution network, coupled with NATF’s effective brand positioning & pricing power is expected to result in a 5-yr. sales CAGR of 15%.
Technical Outlook: KSE-100 expected to trade between key averages – By JS Research

Nov 5 2025


JS Global Capital


  • Bears dominated the session as KSE-100 index closed the session at 161,282 level, down 1,521 points. Volumes stood at 899mn shares versus 949mn shares traded previously. The index is likely to trade between the 50-DMA and the 30-DMA that stands at 159,823 and 163,604 levels, respectively. A break above or below is needed for a directional move. The RSI has moved down, while the Stochastic Oscillator is heading up, signaling no clear trading view. We recommend investors to stay cautious on the higher side and wait for dips. The support and resistance are at 160,499 and 162,725 levels, respectively.
Morning News: EV bike makers urge govt to revisit sales tax hike decision – By AHCML Research

Nov 5 2025


Al Habib Capital Markets


  • Local electric vehicle and bike manufacturers, on Tuesday, expressed serious concerns over the recent increase in the sales tax on EV bikes from 1 percent to 18 percent, urging the government to review the decision.
  • The Ministry of Commerce has supported a proposal to establish a dedicated Minerals Division, similar to the Petroleum Division, for specialized oversight and efficient coordination between the federal and provincial governments through the Council of Common Interests (CCI)
Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR9.0 – By Insight Research

Oct 30 2025


Insight Securities


  • HUBC has announced its 1QFY26 results wherein the company has posted consolidated PAT of PKR11.6bn (EPS: PKR9.0) vs. PKR19.1bn (EPS: PKR14.7), down by 39% YoY. The result is inline with our expectations.
  • Revenue of the company decreased by 46% YoY, to clock in at PKR17.4bn in 1QFY26, due to termination of base plant and tariff renegotiation of NEL plant. While on QoQ basis, same is down by 7%.
  • Share of profit from associates increased by 4% YoY to clock in at PKR10.8bn.
Pakistan Economy: Oct’25 CPI likely to clock in at 5.8% - By Insight Research

Oct 29 2025


Insight Securities


  • Headline inflation is estimated at ~5.8% for Oct’25, compared to ~7.2% in SPLY and ~5.6% in preceding month. On MoM basis, inflation is expected to inch up by ~1.4%, primarily driven by a ~2.2% increase in food prices coupled with 1.8% increase in housing index. The increase in food index is mainly led by higher prices of wheat, onion and tomato. While increase in housing index is attributable to quarterly adjustment in house rent coupled with higher FCA.
  • Within the SPI basket, items that recorded significant increase in prices during the period are as follows, Tomato (63.9↑%), Onions (15.7↑%), Wheat flour (6.8%↑), Eggs (5.4%↑) & Fresh vegetables (2.3%↑). On the flip side, prices of the following items eased off during the month, Chicken (23.4%↓), Fresh fruits (12.9%↓), Pulse gram (3.9%↓), Potatoes (3.1%↓) & Pulse moong (1.2%↓).
HUB Power Company Limited (HUBC): 1QCY26 EPS to arrive at PKR8.7 – By Insight Research

Oct 29 2025


Insight Securities


  • We expect HUB power company limited to post EPS of PKR8.7/sh in 1QFY26 vs. EPS of PKR14.7/sh in SPLY and PKR9.2/sh in preceding quarter, down by 41%/5% YoY/QoQ.
  • In1QFY26, power generation clocked in at 40,933 kwh in 1QFY26 vs. 40,546 kwh in 1QFY25, up by 1% YoY. The increase in power generation is attributable to low base effect, shift of captive power consumers to grid amid grid levy and reduction in power tariff.
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR7.38 – Below expectation - By Insight Research

Oct 29 2025


Insight Securities


  • In 1QFY26, revenue Increased 10% QoQ, mainly attributable to increase in oil and gas production coupled with higher oil prices.
  • Exploration expense clocked in at PKR633mn, down by 84% QoQ possibly attributable to some reversal, however, we await further clarity on this front.
  • Admin expenses clocked in at PKR1.5bn, down by ~18% QoQ.
Attock Petroleum Limited (APL): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR30.6 – By Insight Research

Oct 28 2025


Insight Securities


  • Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) has announced its 1QFY26 result wherein company posted PAT of ~PKR3.8bn (EPS: PKR30.6) vs. PAT of ~PKR2.3bn (EPS: PKR19.1) in SPLY, up by 60% YoY. The result came above our expectations due to higher than estimated gross margins.
  • Topline of the company recorded an increase of 4% YoY amid improved offtakes coupled with higher petroleum product prices. However, same is down by 8% QoQ attributable to volumetric sales during the quarter. To highlight, company posted overall volumetric sales 327k MT (↓1%/↓17% YoY/QoQ) with retail sales standing at 313k MT (↑9%/↓10% YoY/QoQ).
Indus Motor Company Limited (INDU): 1QFY26 EPS clocked in at PKR85.5 – Above expectation – By Insight Research

Oct 28 2025


Insight Securities


  • INDU has announced its 1QFY26 result, wherein company has posted PAT of PKR6.7bn (EPS: PKR85.5) vs. PAT of PKR5.1bn (EPS: PKR64.8) in SPLY. The result is above our expectation mainly due to higher than estimated gross margins.
  • During 1QFY26, revenue witnessed an increase of ~48% YoY to clock in at PKR61.7bn, primarily due to higher volumetric sales.
Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL): 3QCY25 LPS clocked in at PKR3.89 – By Insight Research

Oct 27 2025


Insight Securities


  • AGTL has announced its 3QCY25 result, wherein company has posted LAT of PKR226mn (LPS: PKR3.89) vs. PAT of PKR633mn (EPS: PKR10.9) in SPLY and PKR27mn (EPS: PKR0.5) in preceding quarter. The result is significantly below our expectation mainly due to higher than estimated operating expenses.
  • During 3QCY25, revenue witnessed a decline of 68%/50% YoY/QoQ to clock in at PKR2.0bn, primarily due to lower volumetric sales. To note, volumetric sales decreased by ~70%/58% YoY/QoQ.
Engro Polymer & Chemical Limited (EPCL): 3QCY25 LPS clocked in at PKR0.24 – Above expectation – By Insight Research

Oct 22 2025


Insight Securities


  • In 3QCY25, revenue remain flat YoY/QoQ to clock in at PKR20.0bn.
  • Gross margins of the company clocked in at 11.3%, up by 580bps YoY, possibly due to higher realized product prices coupled with lower gas levy. However, we await clarity on this front.
  • Selling & distribution cost increased by 34%/31% YoY/QoQ.
Pakistan Cements: Demand uptick to catalyse further rerating – By Insight Research

Oct 17 2025


Insight Securities


  • Pakistan cement sector has rallied 33% FYTD vs. KSE100’s 32% return. Despite utilization hovering at a depressed level of ~45%, sector’s profitability and stock performance have remained robust. Historically, sector valuations have moved closely in tandem with demand cycles, with P/E multiple stretching towards 10x during boom cycles and contracting to 5x in period of subdued demand. Unlike previous cycles where weak demand triggered price wars and subsequent compressed valuations, cement players have observed strict pricing discipline during current cycle.
  • With political and economic stability, deleveraged balance sheet, lower interest rates and no major capacity additions in short run, the sector appears well positioned to sustain its upward momentum, while any improvement in demand outlook remains a key upside trigger.
Mari Energies Limited (MARI): Fundamentals priced in, ambitions yet to materialize – By Insight Research

Oct 16 2025


Insight Securities


  • MARI has demonstrated commendable operational performance in recent years, underpinned by consistent reserve accretion with reserve growing at a 5-year CAGR of 11%. MARI’s reserve and resources (2P+2C) increased to an all time high of 952 MMBOE as of Jun’25, translating into a Reserve Replacement Ratio (RRR) of 278%.
  • Given the significant improvement in reserve base, sustained exploration efforts and company’s diversification into mining and cloud storage, we upgrade our stance to Hold, with a revised Dec’26 SOTP based target price of PKR725/sh. MARI’s diversification initiatives, however, remain in early stages and have been conservatively incorporated. Meanwhile, MARI continues to pursue an aggressive exploration strategy across new and existing blocks, which could unlock incremental value over the medium term.
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