Signal: Neutral

⚡ Flash Summary

On October 31, 2025, Century Paper & Board Mills Limited disclosed the interest of a relevant person, Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani, a Non-Executive Director, in the company’s shares. Mr. Lakhani executed two purchase transactions via CDC (Central Depository Company). On October 29, 2025, he purchased 600,000 shares at a rate of Rs. 26.10 per share, resulting in a cumulative shareholding of 0.150%. Following this, on October 30, 2025, he purchased an additional 900,000 shares at Rs. 26.50 per share, increasing his cumulative shareholding to 0.374%.

📌 Key Takeaways

• 📝 Disclosure pertains to the interest of a Non-Executive Director in Century Paper & Board Mills.
• 👤 Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani is the relevant person involved in the transactions.
• 📅 Two purchase transactions were executed on October 29 and 30, 2025.
• 🏦 Both transactions were conducted via CDC.
• 📈 On October 29, 600,000 shares were purchased at Rs. 26.10 per share.
• 📊 The October 29 transaction increased Mr. Lakhani’s cumulative shareholding to 0.150%.
• 📈 On October 30, 900,000 shares were purchased at Rs. 26.50 per share.
• 📊 The October 30 transaction further increased his cumulative shareholding to 0.374%.
• 💰 The purchase prices were Rs. 26.10 and Rs. 26.50 per share, respectively.
• 📜 The disclosure is made under PSX Regulation 5.6.4.
• 🏢 The company involved is Century Paper & Board Mills Limited.
• 💼 Mansoor Ahmed, Company Secretary, signed the disclosure on behalf of Merit Packaging Limited.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. While the insider buying can be seen as a positive sign, the information provided is not substantial enough to warrant a change in investment strategy. A more thorough analysis of the company’s fundamentals, industry trends, and overall market conditions would be needed before making a BUY or SELL decision. The transactions show confidence from the director, but additional data points are required for a strong investment thesis.

⚡ Flash Summary

On October 31, 2025, Century Paper & Board Mills Limited announced the disclosure of interest by a relevant person, Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani (Non-Executive Director), holding company shares under PSX Regulation 5.6.4. Mr. Lakhani purchased 600,000 shares on October 29, 2025, at a rate of Rs. 26.10 per share, resulting in a cumulative percentage of 0.150%. Subsequently, on October 30, 2025, he purchased an additional 900,000 shares at Rs. 26.50 per share, bringing his total cumulative percentage to 0.374%. This indicates an increased stake in the company by a non-executive director.

📌 Key Takeaways

• 📢 Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani, a Non-Executive Director, increased his stake in Century Paper & Board Mills Limited.
• 🗓️ Two transactions occurred on October 29 and 30, 2025.
• 📈 On 29/10/2025, 600,000 shares were purchased at Rs. 26.10 per share.
• 💰 The total value of the first purchase was Rs. 15,660,000 (600,000 * 26.10).
• 📊 This initial purchase resulted in a cumulative percentage of 0.150%.
• 📈 On 30/10/2025, 900,000 shares were purchased at Rs. 26.50 per share.
• 💰 The total value of the second purchase was Rs. 23,850,000 (900,000 * 26.50).
• 📊 The second purchase increased the cumulative percentage to 0.374%.
• 📜 The transactions are disclosed under PSX Regulation 5.6.4.
• 🏢 Century Paper & Board Mills Limited made the announcement.
• 💼 The form of share certificate is CDC.
• ✔️ The market for these transactions is ‘Ready’.
• 💲 The total number of shares purchased is 1,500,000 (600,000 + 900,000).

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The disclosure indicates a non-executive director’s increased stake, which is a mildly positive signal, but insufficient to warrant a change in investment recommendation without further analysis. The price target and time horizon will depend on the company’s overall financial performance and market conditions.

⚡ Flash Summary

On November 3, 2025, Century Paper & Board Mills Limited disclosed a transaction by Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani, a Non-Executive Director. According to the disclosure, Mr. Lakhani purchased 900,000 shares of the company at a rate of Rs. 27.62 per share on October 31, 2025. This transaction was executed in the Ready market and the shares are held in CDC form. Following this purchase, Mr. Lakhani’s total shareholding in the company amounts to 2,405,916 shares, representing 0.598% of the total shares.

📌 Key Takeaways

• 📝 Mr. Iqbal Ali Lakhani, a Non-Executive Director, purchased shares.
• 📈 900,000 shares were purchased in the transaction.
• 📅 The transaction occurred on October 31, 2025.
• 📍 The purchase was made in the Ready market.
• 📄 Shares are held in CDC (Central Depository Company) form.
• 💰 The purchase price was Rs. 27.62 per share.
• 📊 Following the purchase, total shareholding is 2,405,916 shares.
• 💼 The total shareholding represents 0.598% of the company.
• 📜 Disclosure made under PSX Regulation 5.6.4.
• 🏢 Century Paper & Board Mills Limited is the company involved.
• ✅ Transaction disclosed by Company Secretary, Mansoor Ahmed.
• 🗓️ Announcement date: November 03, 2025.

🎯 Investment Thesis

HOLD. The director’s purchase is a mildly positive signal, but insufficient on its own to warrant a strong buy recommendation. Additional financial analysis and market data are needed to form a comprehensive investment thesis. A hold rating is appropriate until further information clarifies the company’s outlook and potential for growth.