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📉 GTYR: SELL Signal (7/10) – Presentation of Corporate Briefing Session – 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Ghandhara Tyre & Rubber Company Limited (GTYR) held a corporate briefing session in October 2025. The company’s financials for 2025 show a decline in key metrics compared to 2024. Net sales decreased by 13% to PKR 17.8 billion, and gross profit fell by 31% to PKR 2.272 billion. This resulted in a net loss after tax of PKR 366 million compared to a profit of PKR 229 million in the previous year.

Signal: SELL 📉
Strength: 7/10
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 📉 Net sales decreased by 13% from PKR 20.539 billion in 2024 to PKR 17.8 billion in 2025.
  • 📉 Gross profit declined by 31% from PKR 3.278 billion to PKR 2.272 billion.
  • 📉 Gross margin decreased from 16.0% to 12.8%.
  • 📈 Finance costs increased by 24% from PKR 1.680 billion to PKR 1.351 billion.
  • 📉 The company reported a loss before tax of PKR 150 million, a 130% decrease compared to a profit of PKR 496 million in 2024.
  • 📉 Loss after tax was PKR 366 million, a 260% decrease compared to a profit of PKR 229 million in 2024.
  • 📉 EBITDA decreased by 37% from PKR 2.701 billion to PKR 1.701 billion.
  • 🚫 No cash dividend was distributed in 2025, compared to 18.7% in 2024.
  • 📈 The company maintains a long-term credit rating of A+ and a short-term rating of A1 with a stable outlook from PACRA.
  • 🚜 Key products include tyres for tractors, motorcycles, passenger cars, SUVs, light trucks, trucks/buses, off-the-road vehicles and rickshaws.
  • 🤝 Key customers include Honda, Toyota, Suzuki, Hyundai, Kia, Hino, ISUZU, Dewan Farooque Motors, New Holland, and Massey Ferguson.
  • ⚠️ Key challenges in 2024-25 include historically high interest rates, economic slowdown, and lower farm tyre sales.
  • ☀️ Key initiatives include a 7-year technical services agreement with Shandong Huasheng Rubber Co. Ltd. and a solar energy agreement with KE for up to 2MW.
  • 🌱 Future outlook focuses on the revival of economic activity and government initiatives.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the poor financial performance, declining profitability, and increased risks, a SELL recommendation is warranted. The price target should be revised downwards to reflect the current challenges and uncertainties. The time horizon is medium-term, expecting potential recovery contingent on economic improvements and successful execution of company initiatives.

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Published on: November 7, 2025

⏸️ BERG: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Extracts of Annual General Meeting

⚡ Flash Summary

Berger Paints Pakistan Limited held its Annual General Meeting on October 27, 2025. Shareholders approved the minutes of the previous meeting and adopted the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025. BDO Ebrahim & Co. were appointed as statutory auditors for the year 2025-26. A final cash dividend of 50%, or Rs. 5 per share, was approved.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 6/10
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 🗓️ AGM held on October 27, 2025.
  • ✅ Minutes from the previous AGM on October 25, 2024, were confirmed.
  • 💰 Audited unconsolidated and consolidated financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025, were adopted.
  • 👨‍💼 Chairman’s review, directors’ report, and auditor’s reports were approved.
  • 🧑‍⚖️ BDO Ebrahim & Co. appointed as statutory auditors for 2025-26.
  • 💵 Final cash dividend of 50% (Rs. 5 per share) approved.
  • ✔️ Dividend applicable to ordinary shares of Rs. 10 each.
  • 📍 AGM held at Head Office Lahore and via video link/Zoom.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The announcement confirms the company’s operational stability and commitment to shareholder returns through dividends. A stronger recommendation requires a deeper analysis of the financial statements to determine the true valuation and future growth potential.

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⏸️ UBL-FUNDS: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Transmission of Financial Statements for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2025 Part 2

⚡ Flash Summary

UBL Fund Managers Limited has released its quarterly report for the period ended September 30, 2025. The report details the performance of various funds managed by UBL, including money market, equity, and fixed-income funds. The stock market has shown cumulative increases, with the KSE 100 to fresh highs, while investor interest in treasury bills remained robust, creating increased government revenue. In this context, the SBP maintained the policy rate at 11.0% in both the July 30 and September MPC meetings, emphasizing positive real rates alongside near-term risks from food, energy and the external environment.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 6/10
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 📈 KSE 100 increased by 32% reaching an all-time high of 165,493 points.
  • 🏦 Banking, cement, and fertilizer sectors majorly drove the stock market rally contributing 14,418, 4,613 and 3,820 points respectively.
  • 💰 Mutual funds and Individual investors were net buyers of USD 206 mn and USD 89 mn respectively.
  • 📉 Foreigners and Banks continued to sell local equities, offloading shares amounting to USD 126 mn and USD 150 mn respectively.
  • 💸 Total participation in T-bill auctions surged to PKR 9.37 trillion.
  • 🎯 Government managed to raise approximately PKR 3.54 trillion from T-bills, exceeding the target of PKR 2.97 trillion.
  • 📅 The 1-month T-bill attracted the highest interest, accounting for 41% of total bids.
  • 💸 Fixed-rate Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs) attracted PKR 5 trillion in bids.
  • ✅ Government accepted PKR 1.1 trillion in realized value from PIBs.
  • 📊 UBL Liquidity Plus Fund (ULPF) yielded a return of 9.92% p.a. during 3MFY26.
  • 💰 ULPF earned total income of PKR 630.601 million.
  • 🏢 Net assets of ULPF were PKR 20,095.781 million.
  • 📈 UBL Liquidity Fund (ULF) yielded return of 9.68% p.a. during 3MFY26.
  • 💰 ULF earned total income of PKR 54.582 million.
  • 🏢 ULF net assets were PKR 17,660.301 million.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the mixed signals of a strong stock market rally, increasing investor interest in T-bills, UBL’s strong fund returns, and the outlined risks, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate. The price target is dependent on broader market conditions and fund-specific performance. The time horizon is medium-term, reflecting the need for economic stabilization and gradual steering towards higher growth.

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📈 ATRL: BUY Signal (7/10) – RESOLUTION PASSED IN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

⚡ Flash Summary

Attock Refinery Limited (ATRL) held its 47th Annual General Meeting on October 27, 2025. Shareholders approved the separate and consolidated audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025. A final cash dividend of Rs. 5.00 per share (50%) was approved, in addition to the already paid interim dividend of Rs. 5.00 per share, bringing the total dividend to Rs. 10.00 per share (100%). Messrs A.F. Ferguson & Co. Chartered Accountants were reappointed as auditors for the year ending June 30, 2026.

Signal: BUY 📈
Strength: 7/10
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • ✅ AGM held on October 27, 2025.
  • 👍 Audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025, approved.
  • 💰 Final cash dividend of Rs. 5.00 per share (50%) approved.
  • ✨ Total dividend for the year: Rs. 10.00 per share (100%).
  • 🤝 Interim dividend of Rs. 5.00 per share already paid.
  • 👨‍💼 A.F. Ferguson & Co. reappointed as auditors for the year ending June 30, 2026.
  • 📅 Next audit appointment is for the year ending June 30, 2026.
  • 🏢 Meeting held at Attock House, Morgah, Rawalpindi, and via video link.
  • 📜 Resolutions passed as ordinary resolutions.
  • 💼 Saif-ur-Rehman Mirza is the Company Secretary.
  • 📍 Registered office in Morgah, Rawalpindi.
  • 🌐 Website: info@arl.com.pk

🎯 Investment Thesis

BUY. The approval of financial statements and a generous dividend payout signal financial stability and shareholder-friendly policies. The total dividend of Rs. 10.00 per share is attractive. A more specific price target would depend on detailed financial modeling incorporating projected earnings and sector-specific valuation multiples, requiring further financial data.

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⏸️ WAHN: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Miscellaneous Information

⚡ Flash Summary

Wah Nobel Chemicals Ltd. held its 42nd Annual General Meeting on October 27, 2025, where members passed resolutions including the confirmation of minutes from the previous meeting and approval of the financial statements along with the directors’ and auditors’ reports for the year ending June 30, 2025. A final cash dividend of Rs. 90 million, or Rs. 10 per share (100%), was approved for shareholders whose names were in the register as of October 19, 2025. Grant Thornton Anjum Rahman, Chartered Accountants, were re-appointed as statutory auditors for the year ending June 30, 2026, with a total remuneration of Rs 920,000 plus tax and out-of-pocket expenses up to Rs 42,000. These resolutions indicate standard corporate governance and financial management practices.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 5/10
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • ✅ Minutes of the Extra Ordinary General Meeting held on May 29, 2025, were confirmed.
  • 📊 Audited Financial Statements, Directors’ and Auditors’ Reports for the year ended June 30, 2025, were approved.
  • 💰 A final cash dividend of Rs. 90 million was approved for the financial year ended June 30, 2025.
  • 💸 The dividend amounts to Rs. 10 per share, representing a 100% payout on shares with a face value of Rs. 10 each.
  • 🗓️ Shareholders eligible for the dividend are those registered as of the close of business on October 19, 2025.
  • 🧑‍💼 M/s Grant Thornton Anjum Rahman, Chartered Accountants, were re-appointed as statutory auditors for the year ending June 30, 2026.
  • 🧾 The total remuneration for the auditors is Rs 920,000 plus applicable taxes.
  • expenses up to Rs. 42,000 are also approved for the auditors.
  • 📅 The 42nd Annual General Meeting took place on October 27, 2025.
  • 🏢 The meeting was held at the registered office of the company in Wah Cantt.
  • 📜 Resolutions were passed and adopted by the members during the meeting.
  • 🤝 The company is a joint venture between POF, SAAB Sweden, and ALMISEHAL Co., Saudi Arabia.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the approval of the financial statements, the dividend payout, and the reappointment of auditors, a HOLD recommendation seems appropriate. The company appears to be maintaining a stable financial position. Further information is needed to make a more informed investment decision. Price target is difficult to determine without full financial details.

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⏸️ RCML: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Certified copy of Resolutions passed in AGM on 27-10-2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Reliance Cotton Spinning Mills Limited held its 36th Annual General Meeting on October 27, 2025, where shareholders approved the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025. A final cash dividend of 60% (Rs. 6 per share) was approved. Shinewing Hameed Chaudhri & Co. were reappointed as statutory auditors for the year ending June 30, 2026. The resolutions also ratified related party transactions and authorized the board to approve future transactions on a case-to-case basis, subject to shareholder approval at the next AGM.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 6/10
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 🗓️ AGM held on October 27, 2025.
  • ✅ Minutes of previous meetings confirmed (October 28, 2024, and April 22, 2025).
  • 💰 Audited Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2025 approved.
  • 💸 Final cash dividend of 60% (Rs. 6 per share) approved for FY2025.
  • 🧑‍💼 Shinewing Hameed Chaudhri & Co. reappointed as auditors for FY2026.
  • 📅 Auditor remuneration to be determined by the Chief Executive.
  • 🤝 Related party transactions disclosed in Note 37 ratified.
  • 👍 Board authorized to approve related party transactions on a case-to-case basis for FY2026.
  • 📜 Board-approved transactions to be placed before shareholders at the next AGM.
  • 🏢 Meeting held at Trading Hall, Cotton Exchange Building, Karachi at 12:15 pm.
  • 🔒 Resolutions passed in accordance with Section 208 of the Companies Act, 2017.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The declaration of a 60% dividend and the reappointment of auditors indicates stability. However, a comprehensive financial analysis is required to determine if Reliance Cotton Spinning Mills is undervalued or overvalued. Without a price target, it’s a HOLD recommendation.

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⏸️ UBL-FUNDS: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Transmission of Financial Statements for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2025 Part 1

⚡ Flash Summary

UBL Funds has released its quarterly report for the period ended September 30, 2025, outlining the performance of various funds under its management. The report highlights key economic trends and provides a market review, with specific emphasis on fund performance and asset allocation. Key sectors driving market rally were banking, cements, and fertilizer.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 6/10
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 1. KSE-100 index reached an all-time high of 165,493 points, a 32% increase for the quarter.
  • 2. Foreigners and banks continued to sell local equities, offloading shares amounting to USD 126 and USD 150 mn respectively
  • 3. Total participation in T-bill auctions surged to PKR 9.37 trillion
  • 4. UBL liquidity fund Launch Date: September 05, 2025
  • 5. UBL Fund Managers Limited Management Quality Rating AM1 by VIS Credit Rating Company
  • 6. Al-Ameen Islamic Sovereign Fund (AISF) yielded a return of 10.58% p.a.
  • 7. Al-Ameen Islamic Aggressive Income Fund (AIAIF) posted a return of 10.63% p.a.
  • 8. Al-Ameen Islamic Cash Fund (AICF) posted an annualized return of 9.63%.
  • 9. Al-Ameen Islamic Asset Allocation Fund (AIAAF) posted a return of 12.33%
  • 10. Al-Ameen Islamic Energy Fund (AIEF) posted a return of 26.43%
  • 11. The Fund earned total income of PKR 1,114.982 million for the year ended September 30, 2025
  • 12. Al-Ameen Islamic Income Fund (AIIF) posted a return of 8.48% during 3MFY26.
  • 13. The Fund’s Net Assets stood at PKR 1,102 million at the end of the period and the Fund was invested in Cash (56%) and GOP Ijarah Sukuk (37%).
  • 14. Al Ameen Islamic Fixed Return Plan – I (M) fund posted a return of 9.54% during 3MFY26.
  • 15.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the UBL Funds quarterly review, a HOLD recommendation seems suitable due to the balanced overview of fund performance and market conditions. This recommendation is tempered with a cautious view due to macroeconomic uncertainties, as well as regulatory and market risk. No specific price target or time horizon is mentioned.

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📈 APL: BUY Signal (7/10) – CERTIFIED COPY OF THE RESOLUTIONS PASSED AT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

⚡ Flash Summary

Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) held its 30th Annual General Meeting on October 27, 2025, where shareholders approved and adopted the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025. The company declared a final cash dividend of 130%, amounting to Rs. 13.00 per share, in addition to an interim dividend of 125% (Rs. 12.50 per share), resulting in a total dividend of 255% or Rs. 25.50 per share for the fiscal year. Additionally, A. F. Ferguson & Co. Chartered Accountants were re-appointed as auditors for the next fiscal year (2025-26). These resolutions indicate a positive financial performance and shareholder confidence.

Signal: BUY 📈
Strength: 7/10
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • ✅ Audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025, were approved.
  • 💰 Final cash dividend of 130% (Rs. 13.00 per share) was declared.
  • 📈 Total dividend for FY2025 amounts to 255% (Rs. 25.50 per share).
  • 🧑‍💼 A. F. Ferguson & Co. re-appointed as auditors for FY2025-26.
  • 🗓️ The 30th Annual General Meeting took place on October 27, 2025.
  • ✅ All resolutions were duly passed at the meeting.
  • 👍 Board of Directors’ recommendations were approved.
  • 🏦 Dividends will be paid to eligible shareholders.
  • 📜 Resolutions were adopted in accordance with Pakistan Stock Exchange regulations.
  • 📊 The company has consistently provided dividends to shareholders.
  • 🤝 Re-appointment of auditors signifies stability and compliance.
  • 👍 Approval and adoption of financial statements show transparency.
  • 🚀 The company maintains a strong financial position.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the positive news of the substantial dividend payout and the re-appointment of auditors, I recommend a HOLD position for Attock Petroleum Limited. The high dividend yield makes it attractive for income investors, but further analysis is needed to assess the sustainability of these dividends and the overall financial health of the company. A price target cannot be accurately assessed without additional financial data and market analysis. The time horizon is MEDIUM_TERM, pending further information.

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⏸️ PPL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Resolutions Approved at AGM 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

PPL’s 74th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on October 27, 2025, unanimously approved the audited unconsolidated and consolidated financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025. A final cash dividend of Rs. 2.50 per share (25%) on ordinary shares was also approved for the same financial year. KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co. were re-appointed as auditors for the financial year 2025-26, with a total audit fee of Rs 14.881 million.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 5/10
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • ✅ AGM held on October 27, 2025.
  • 🤝 Audited financial statements for FY2025 approved.
  • 💰 Final cash dividend of Rs. 2.50 per share (25%) approved.
  • 👨‍💼 KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co. re-appointed as auditors for FY2026.
  • 💸 Audit fee set at Rs 14.881 million.
  • 🗓️ Next AGM to conclude the auditor’s term.
  • 📜 Resolutions passed pursuant to PSX Rules (Rule 5.6.9 (b)).
  • 🏢 AGM held at Pearl Continental Hotel, Karachi.
  • 🕒 Meeting started at 11:00 AM.
  • 💯 Resolutions passed unanimously.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The AGM announcements are procedural and do not provide significant new information to warrant a change in investment stance. The dividend is positive, but further analysis is needed to assess the company’s overall financial health and growth prospects. The price target and time horizon will depend on a comprehensive financial model incorporating commodity price forecasts, production estimates, and cost assumptions.

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⏸️ ENGROH: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Analyst Briefing of Engro Holdings Limited on Business Results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Engro Holdings Limited is hosting an analyst briefing to discuss the company’s business results and performance for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The briefing will be held online via Zoom. The analyst briefing will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM (Pak Time). Interested participants can join the session using the provided registration link, Meeting ID, and Passcode.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️
Strength: 5/10
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

  • 🗓️ Analyst briefing on Engro Holdings’ business results for 9 months ended September 30, 2025.
  • 💻 Briefing will be an online event via Zoom.
  • 📅 Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025.
  • ⏰ Time: 04:30 PM – 05:30 PM (Pak Time).
  • 🏢 Venue: Virtual Zoom Meeting.
  • 🔗 Registration Link: https://engro.zoom.us/j/99915140477
  • 🆔 Meeting ID: 999 1514 0477
  • 🔑 Passcode: 311296
  • 🤝 Participation encouraged for TREC Holders of the exchange.
  • 👤 Hosted by Farooq Barkat Ali, Chief Financial Officer.
  • 📝 Attendees should enter name and institution in ‘Full Name – Institution’ format.
  • 🤫 Attendees should stay on ‘mute’ mode.
  • 💬 Questions via chat box for the Q&A session.
  • ✋ Zoom actions available to raise a hand for unmuting and asking questions.

🎯 Investment Thesis

A HOLD recommendation is maintained due to the limited information available in the announcement. A more informed decision can be made after the analyst briefing, once detailed financial results and future outlook are presented.

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