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📈 GLAXO: BUY Signal (8/10) – Presentation for Corporate Briefing Session -2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Glaxo Pakistan’s Corporate Briefing Session for 2025 reveals a positive financial outlook. Net sales increased to 45 billion (from 44 billion in 2024). The gross margin significantly improved to 36% (from 22% in 2024), showcasing enhanced profitability. The profit before tax (PBT) grew to 10 billion (from 6 billion in 2024), and earnings per share (EPS) rose to 19.57 (from 11.25 in 2024), indicating strong financial performance.

Signal: BUY 📈

Strength: 8/10

Sentiment: POSITIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📈 Net Sales Increased: Reached 45 billion (2024: 44 billion)
💰 Gross Margin Expansion: Improved to 36% (2024: 22%)
📊 PBT Growth: Increased to 10 billion (2024: 6 billion)
💸 EPS Growth: Rose to 19.57 (2024: 11.25)
🌱 Return on Equity: 21% (2024: 14%)
💼 Current Ratio: Improved to 1.88 (2024: 1.68)
🗓️ Inventory Days: Increased to 164 days (2024: 125 days)
🧾 Receivable Days: Stable at 4 days
💸 Payable Days: Decreased to 52 days (2024: 66 days)
🏆 Top Employer: Recognized as a Top Employer in Pakistan for five consecutive years
🌏 Single Digit Inflation: Achieved single digit inflation throughout the year.
📉 Interest Rate Decline: Experienced an 11% decline in interest rates over the past year.
GDP Growth: FY 2025 GDP growth reported at 2.7%.
Exchange Rate Stability: Exchange rate remained stable during the year.
KSE-100 Index: KSE-100 index is at an all-time high.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the strong financial performance, improved profitability, and positive growth metrics, a BUY recommendation is justified. The company has demonstrated its ability to increase sales and improve efficiency, leading to significant profit growth. The price target, based on a conservative P/E ratio, is 293.55. The time horizon is medium-term, with an expectation of continued growth and value creation.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements BOP Signal: HOLD

⏸️ BOP: HOLD Signal (5/10) – NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BOOK CLOSURE OF BOP ADT-1 CAPITAL TFC-2022 (PERPETUAL) BOPTFC2.

⚡ Flash Summary

Bank of Punjab (BOP) has announced a book closure for its BOP ADT-1 Capital TFC-2022 (Perpetual) with security symbol BOPTFC2, as per their notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The book closure will be from December 17, 2025, to December 20, 2025, inclusive, with a profit payment due on December 20, 2025. Only TFC holders listed in the register by December 16, 2025, will be entitled to the profit payment. The bank requests TFC holders to update their bank account details (including IBANs) in their CDS accounts to ensure direct credit as per PSX regulations.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📢 BOP announces book closure for BOP ADT-1 Capital TFC-2022 (Perpetual) “BOPTFC2”.
🗓️ Book closure period: December 17, 2025 to December 20, 2025 (inclusive).
💰 Profit payment due on December 20, 2025.
🏦 Eligibility determined by register as of December 16, 2025.
📄 TFC holders must be registered by the close of business on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
🏦 Profit payments will be made via direct credit to IBANs.
🔄 TFC holders need to update their Bank Account details (including IBAN) in CDS accounts.
📧 Notify the Bank’s Registrar (Corplink) of any changes in address and relevant details.
🏢 Registrar contact: M/s. Corplink (Pvt.) Limited, Share Registrar, Wings Arcade, 1-K, Commercial, Model Town, Lahore.
📞 Contact Corplink at (+92 42) 35839182, 35916719 or shares@corplink.com.pk.
🌐 Corplink website: www.corplink.com.pk.
🗓️ Announcement date: December 05, 2025.
📣 Customers can file complaints via SBP’s ‘Sunwai’ service at https://sunwal.sbp.org.pk.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given that the announcement is purely procedural, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate. While efficient profit distribution is important, it does not significantly alter the investment attractiveness of BOP. The investor should continue monitoring BOP’s financial performance and the overall economic environment to make informed decisions. The current announcement provides an orderly payment procedure for existing debt/TFC instruments. It is recommended to hold for the moment, as the details given in the announcement are purely procedural.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements MACTER Signal: HOLD

⏸️ MACTER: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Disclosure of Interest by a Director CEO, or Executive of a listed company and their Spouses and the Substantial Shareholders u/c 5.6.1.(d) of PSX Regulations

⚡ Flash Summary

MACTER announced: Disclosure of Interest by a Director CEO, or Executive of a listed company and their Spouses and the Substantial Shareholders u/c 5.6.1.(d) of PSX Reg. Basic analysis suggests neutral sentiment. Professional review recommended.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

MACTER made announcement: Disclosure of Interest by a Director CEO, or Executive of a listed company and their Spouses and the Substantial Shareholders u/c 5.6.1.(d) of PSX Regulations
Automated analysis: HOLD signal detected
Signal strength: 5/10
This is basic analysis – manual review recommended
Professional CFA analysis unavailable

🎯 Investment Thesis

Basic HOLD indication for MACTER. Manual verification required.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements SGF Signal: HOLD

⏸️ SGF: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Material Information

⚡ Flash Summary

Service Global Footwear Limited (SGFL) announced on December 5, 2025, that its associated company, Service Long March Tyres (Private) Limited (SLM), will raise capital through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and seek listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX). This move is in accordance with the Rule Book of PSX and the Securities Act, 2015. SGFL will keep the PSX informed about further developments. This announcement signals a potential expansion and investment opportunity within the group.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 6/10

Sentiment: POSITIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📣 Service Global Footwear Limited (SGFL) announces IPO plans for its associated company.
🏢 Service Long March Tyres (SLM) to raise capital through IPO.
🇵🇰 SLM to seek listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
📅 Announcement date: December 05, 2025.
📜 IPO move complies with PSX Rule Book and Securities Act, 2015.
ℹ️ SGFL will keep PSX updated on further developments.
💼 Waheed Ashraf, Company Secretary, is the contact person.
📍 Registered address: Servis House, 2-Main Gulberg, Lahore.
📞 Contact Tel: +92 42 35751990-96.
🏢 SLM’s IPO can enhance Service Global Footwear Limited’s visibility.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The announcement of Service Long March Tyres’ IPO is a positive development, but lacks specific details to make a strong buy recommendation. More information on the IPO size, pricing, and financial performance of SLM is needed. A hold recommendation is appropriate until further details emerge. Price target: To be re-evaluated after IPO details are available.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements LSEFSL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ LSEFSL: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure) REVOKED

⚡ Flash Summary

LSEFSL has announced a material information update regarding the implementation of a Scheme of Compromises, Arrangement, and Reconstruction involving DCCL. The Board has approved the closure of share transfer books to facilitate a reduction in the share capital, as sanctioned by the Lahore High Court. The book closure will be observed on December 13, 2025, with share transfers received by December 12, 2025, considered for entitlement. This restructuring will result in a reduction of outstanding shares of LSEFSL, leading to a revised ex-price based on a specified formula.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 6/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: SHORT_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📅 Book closure set for December 13, 2025.
⚖️ Scheme sanctioned by Lahore High Court (C.O. No. 75382/2025).
📉 Share capital reduction approved by the Board of Directors.
🏢 Share transfers must be received by December 12, 2025.
🔄 Authorized share capital changing from 111,900,000 to 42,900,000 Nos. (before vs after for LSEFSL).
🔄 Authorized share capital changing from 60,000,000 to 129,000,000 Nos. (before vs after for DCCL).
📉 Issued, subscribed, and paid-up share capital changing from 35,677,578 to 27,000,000 Nos. (before vs after for LSEFSL).
🔄 Issued, subscribed, and paid-up share capital changing from 52,266,777 to 40,000,000 Nos. (before vs after for DCCL).
⬇️ Capital reduction: 24.32% for LSEFSL.
⬇️ Capital reduction: 23.47% for DCCL.
🧮 Ex-price of LSEFSL will be revised upward using a specific formula.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the information provided, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate at this time. The share capital restructuring introduces both opportunities and risks, and the ultimate impact will depend on the closing price on December 12, 2025. Further monitoring of market conditions and company performance post-restructuring is advised before making a BUY or SELL decision. The price target will be revisited after the revised ex-price is determined. The time horizon for reassessment is short-term (1-3 months).

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements LSEFSL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ LSEFSL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure)

⚡ Flash Summary

LSEFSL announced: Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure). Basic analysis suggests neutral sentiment. Professional review recommended.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

LSEFSL made announcement: Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure)
Automated analysis: HOLD signal detected
Signal strength: 5/10
This is basic analysis – manual review recommended
Professional CFA analysis unavailable

🎯 Investment Thesis

Basic HOLD indication for LSEFSL. Manual verification required.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements Signal: HOLD TPLRF1

⏸️ TPLRF1: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Transmission of Quarterly Report for the Period Ended 30-09-2025

⚡ Flash Summary

TPLRF1 announced: Transmission of Quarterly Report for the Period Ended 30-09-2025. Basic analysis suggests neutral sentiment. Professional review recommended.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

TPLRF1 made announcement: Transmission of Quarterly Report for the Period Ended 30-09-2025
Automated analysis: HOLD signal detected
Signal strength: 5/10
This is basic analysis – manual review recommended
Professional CFA analysis unavailable

🎯 Investment Thesis

Basic HOLD indication for TPLRF1. Manual verification required.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements Signal: BUY SPL

📈 SPL: BUY Signal (7/10) – Disclosure of Interest by a Director CEO, or Executive of a listed company and their Spouses and the Substantial Shareholders u/c 5.6.1.(d) of PSX Regulations

⚡ Flash Summary

On December 3, 2025, Mr. Nadeem Nisar, a substantial shareholder of Sitara Peroxide Limited (SPL), executed a transaction to purchase 10,000 shares of the company at a rate of PKR 109.26 per share. This purchase was facilitated through the Central Depository Company (CDC) and has increased Mr. Nisar’s cumulative shareholding to 6,645,961 shares, representing 12.06% of the company. The announcement was made to comply with regulations set forth by the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). This increased stake by a substantial shareholder could signal confidence in the company’s future prospects.

Signal: BUY 📈

Strength: 7/10

Sentiment: POSITIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

🗓️ Transaction Date: December 3, 2025
👤 Transactor: Mr. Nadeem Nisar, a substantial shareholder
📈 Nature of Transaction: Purchase of shares
🔢 Number of Shares Purchased: 10,000
💰 Purchase Rate: PKR 109.26 per share
🏦 Form of Share Certificate: CDC (Central Depository Company)
📊 Market Status: Ready
holdings.
📜 Regulatory Compliance: Disclosure made under PSX Regulations 5.6.4
ⓘ Nadeem Nisar’s cumulative shareholding post-transaction is 6,645,961 shares.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the information, the signal is a tentative BUY. Rationale: A substantial shareholder increasing their stake suggests confidence in the company’s prospects. However, this information alone is insufficient for a strong recommendation. Price target: Further analysis of SPL’s financials, market position, and growth potential is needed to determine a reasonable price target. Time horizon: MEDIUM_TERM, pending further due diligence.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements LSEFSL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ LSEFSL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure)

⚡ Flash Summary

LSEFSL announced: Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure). Basic analysis suggests neutral sentiment. Professional review recommended.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

LSEFSL made announcement: Material Information (Determination of Entitlement Date and Book Closure)
Automated analysis: HOLD signal detected
Signal strength: 5/10
This is basic analysis – manual review recommended
Professional CFA analysis unavailable

🎯 Investment Thesis

Basic HOLD indication for LSEFSL. Manual verification required.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

announcements MCBIM-FUNDS Signal: HOLD

⏸️ MCBIM-FUNDS: HOLD Signal (5/10) – ALHAMRA DAILY DIVIDEND FUND (ALHDDF) Daily Dividend Distribution for 04-DEC-25

⚡ Flash Summary

MCB Investment Management Limited, the management company of ALHAMRA DAILY DIVIDEND FUND (ALHDDF), has announced a daily dividend distribution of Re. 0.0247 per unit for the unit holders as of December 4, 2025. This dividend will be paid to those unit holders whose names appear in the unit holder register. The decision was approved by the Board of Directors. This distribution represents a return of capital to investors.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

💰 ALHDDF declares a daily dividend distribution.
📅 The record date for eligibility is December 4, 2025.
💵 Dividend amount is Re. 0.0247 per unit.
🏦 MCB Investment Management Limited is the management company.
✅ Board of Directors approved the dividend payout.
📜 Unit holders listed in the register on the specified date are eligible.
🕒 This is a daily dividend, implying regular income for investors.
📊 This impacts the fund’s net asset value (NAV) by the dividend amount.
📢 The announcement was made on December 5, 2025.
💼 Muhammad Rehan Khan, Company Secretary, signed off on the announcement.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the limited information, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate. Further analysis is needed to assess the fund’s performance, asset allocation, and expense ratios. The daily dividend payout is a positive attribute, but its sustainability needs to be evaluated.

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Published on: December 5, 2025

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