KOHC 4QFY25 earnings preview: profits rise on lower costs, but no dividend expected

Kohat Cement (KOHC) is expected to post steady profits for the last quarter of FY25, with earnings per share (EPS) likely to reach Rs13.7, that’s a 6% increase compared to the same period last year.

So, what’s helping KOHC earn more?

✅ Lower coal prices
✅ Cheaper electricity rates
✅ Improved profit margins, up by 8.1 percentage points compared to last year.

Even though KOHC’s cement sales (dispatches) dropped by 1% YoY, the revenue still rose by 4%, hitting Rs9 billion for the quarter. That’s thanks to better pricing and cost savings.

However, one area that dragged results a bit was “other income”, which is earnings from things like bank deposits. It dropped 31%, mostly because of falling interest rates.

Full-year view (FY25)

• EPS expected at Rs63.9, up 32% YoY
• Gross profits up 38%
• No dividend is expected this year (same as last year)

Even with rising earnings, KOHC is not expected to announce any payout (dividend) to shareholders for FY25. That may disappoint some income-seeking investors, but strong margins show the company is in good shape operationally.

KOHC continues to benefit from falling input costs, leading to stronger profitability. While there’s no dividend this year, investors might take comfort in the margin gains and long-term strength of the company.

Source: JS Global Capital Limited

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