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⏸️ STML: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Shams Textile Mills Limited (STML) reported a challenging fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, marked by economic headwinds that significantly impacted its performance. The company experienced a notable decrease in revenue, leading to a substantial drop in gross profit. Despite efforts to manage financial and operational risks, STML reported a net loss, contrasting sharply with the profit from the previous year. The Board remains focused on enhancing shareholder value through strategic investments and operational efficiencies amidst these challenging conditions.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 6/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Revenue decreased significantly from PKR 6.916 billion to PKR 4.105 billion.
📉 Gross profit plummeted from PKR 270.73 million to PKR 91.98 million.
⚠️ The company reported a net loss of PKR 137.19 million, compared to a net profit of PKR 33.90 million in the previous year.
💸 Finance costs increased from PKR 90.50 million to PKR 105.65 million.
➖ Operating profit also decreased significantly from PKR 143.23 million to PKR 8.179 million.
👎 Loss per share (EPS) stood at PKR 15.88, a steep decline from the previous year’s EPS of PKR 3.92.
🏭 The company installed a 3.24 MW Solar Power System at a cost of PKR 230 million to achieve cost optimization and reduce carbon emissions.
🌍 The company integrates Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into its business strategy, focusing on environmental sustainability and worker welfare.
✅ The Board comprises 7 male and 1 female director, maintaining compliance with corporate governance regulations.
📜 Financial statements have been endorsed by the CEO and CFO, and audited by Riaz Ahmad & Co., Chartered Accountants with an unqualified report.
🌱 The company is focusing on strategic investments in technology, process optimization, and market diversification for future growth.
🏦 The policy rate was gradually brought down to 11% by June 2025.
🧐 The company activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including currency risk, other price risk, and interest rate risk), credit risk, and liquidity risk.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the challenging financial performance with a significant drop in revenue, shift to net loss, and increased financial risks, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate for Shams Textile Mills Limited. The company’s focus on strategic investments and CSR initiatives could offer future growth potential, but this is balanced by significant operational and economic headwinds. Without a clear path to profitability, an aggressive BUY or SELL signal is not warranted. Price movement will depend on strategic investments and environmental conservation.

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Published on: October 6, 2025

announcements NAGC Signal: HOLD

⏸️ NAGC: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended 06/30/2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Nagina Cotton Mills Limited’s 2025 annual report reveals a challenging year marked by increased power tariffs and a textile value chain recession. Despite these headwinds, the company maintained profitability with an after-tax profit of Rs. 50.4 million. However, sales revenue decreased by 2.89% to Rs. 19.86 billion, impacting earnings per share which fell to Rs. 2.70. The board recommends a final cash dividend of Rs. 1 per share, indicating confidence in the company’s long-term prospects.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Sales revenue decreased by 2.89% YoY to Rs. 19.86 billion due to lower sales volume and per unit selling price.
✅ After-tax profit stood at Rs. 50.4 million, representing 0.25% of sales.
📉 Earnings per share (EPS) decreased to Rs. 2.70 from Rs. 4.12 in the previous year.
⬆️ Gross profit margin improved to 8.10% due to reduced raw material costs.
⚡ Operating expenses increased to 3.08% of sales.
💸 Finance costs decreased to 3.63% of sales, reflecting better cash flows and lower policy rates.
🏭 The company invested Rs. 216.15 million in BMR/Expansion to enhance spinning productivity.
☀️ Installation of a 1.6 MW solar plant is underway to reduce costs and enhance green energy.
⚠️ The textile industry faces challenges due to global and domestic market slowdowns and US tariffs.
🌧️ Heavy rains and floods may adversely impact cotton crops and lead to inflationary pressures.
✅ Removal of cotton yarn from the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) will benefit local spinners.
🏦 SBP reduced the policy rate to 11% from a peak of 20.5%, offering some relief to businesses.
💰 The board recommended a final cash dividend of Rs. 1 per share (10%).
🌱 The company strongly believes in integrating Corporate Social Responsibility into its business.

🎯 Investment Thesis

I recommend a HOLD rating for Nagina Cotton Mills Limited. The company demonstrated resilience in a tough environment by maintaining profitability, but faces downside risks. A continued focus on cost management, strategic market positioning and diversification would be essential. The dividend payment and investments in operational efficiency are positive factors.

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announcements SHCI Signal: SELL

📉 SHCI: SELL Signal (9/10) – Transmission of Annual Financial Statements for the Year Ended 2025-06-30

⚡ Flash Summary

Shaffi Chemical Industries Limited’s 2025 annual report reveals a company in significant financial distress, despite attempts at revival through diversification into furniture manufacturing and trading. The company experienced a substantial after-tax loss of Rs. (29.107) million, doubling from Rs. (14.984) million the previous year. An independent auditor’s report expressed an adverse opinion, citing a net capital deficiency of Rs. 70.545 million. While management seeks to address the dire financial straits, the company’s ability to continue as a going concern is highly questionable.

Signal: SELL 📉

Strength: 9/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: SHORT_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Significant Loss: The company reports a loss after taxation of Rs. (29.107) million in 2025, compared to Rs. (14.984) million in 2024.
⚠️ Adverse Audit Opinion: The independent auditor expresses an adverse opinion on the financial statements.
⛔️ Net Capital Deficiency: The company faces a net capital deficiency of Rs. 70.545 million.
🔻 Revenue Increase: Sales revenue increased to Rs. 23.661 million from Rs. 20.238 million the previous year.
furniture🪑Business Shift: The company diversified into furniture manufacturing and trading, aiming for revival.
⬆️ Authorized Capital Increase: Authorized capital increased from Rs. 120 million to Rs. 400 million to facilitate rights issue fundraising.
➖ Operating Profit Decline: Gross profit decreased to Rs. 3.653 million from Rs. 4.240 million.
➖ EPS Decline: Earning per share is Rs. (2.43) compared to Rs. (1.25) for the preceding year.
🏛️ Ongoing Litigation: The company is contesting winding-up petition and disputed cases related to First Capital ABN AMRO equities.
🏦 Loan Increase: Loan from associated company increase to Rs. 4.481 million from Rs. (3.705) million in the prior year.
🚧 Non-Compliance: The company faces non-compliance issues regarding independent directors and other corporate governance matters.
❗Material Uncertainty: The auditor highlights material uncertainty related to the company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the financial distress, adverse audit opinion, and substantial risks, a SELL recommendation is warranted. There is a high probability of further downside. Any investment is purely speculative. No price target or meaningful time horizon can be assigned given the severe financial instability.

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Published on: October 6, 2025

announcements DIIL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ DIIL: HOLD Signal (4/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended 2025-06-30

⚡ Flash Summary

Diamond Industries Limited’s 2025 annual report reveals a challenging year. The company suspended industrial operations in January 2023, leading to a significant decrease in sales and a substantial net loss. Despite the losses, the management intends to resume commercial operations when conditions become favorable, supported by its Directors, Sponsors, and Associated Undertakings. The company also decided to restart operations by leasing factory premises with plant and machinery in Lahore.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 4/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

⚠️ Industrial operations suspended since January 10, 2023.
📉 Net Sales reported at Rs. 18.1 million for 2025, a decrease from prior year.
💔 Gross loss of Rs. 150.882 million recorded in 2025.
🙁 Operating loss stood at Rs. 153.355 million, compared to Rs. 11.497 million in 2024.
⛔ Loss before taxation soared to Rs. 153.302 million in 2025.
💸 Net loss after taxation significantly increased to Rs. 153.761 million.
EPS is negative at Rs. (17.08) versus Rs. (2.69) in the previous year.
🏢 Decision to restart operations by leasing a factory in Lahore.
✅ Continued financial support from Directors, Sponsors and Associated Undertakings.
🏭 Inventory disposed of at a loss due to unsaleable condition.
💼 Auditors M/s Zahid Jamil & Co. are retiring, eligible for reappointment.
🤝 Directors state compliance with corporate governance as required by SECP.
ℹ️ Detailed financial statements available on the company’s website (www.dil.com.pk).

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the ongoing losses and suspension of operations, a HOLD rating is warranted. While management intends to resume operations, the outlook remains uncertain. The current share price reflects these factors, and a price target cannot be reasonably determined until operations restart and profitability returns. The time horizon is MEDIUM_TERM, pending operational improvements.

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announcements FECM Signal: SELL

📉 FECM: SELL Signal (7/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended 30-06-2025

⚡ Flash Summary

First Elite Capital Modaraba reported a significant decrease in profit after taxation, falling from Rs. 23.64 million in 2024 to Rs. 4.69 million in 2025. This decline is primarily attributed to fair value gain on investment properties. While the Modaraba’s gross revenue was Rs. 52.32 million, largely from investment property gains, Ijraha/Lease, and mutual fund investments, earnings per certificate also decreased to Rs. 0.41 from Rs. 2.08. The company did not recommend any dividend this year due to accumulated losses.

Signal: SELL 📉

Strength: 7/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: SHORT_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Profit after taxation decreased significantly to Rs. 4.69 million from Rs. 23.64 million yoy.
⚠️ Earnings per certificate declined from Rs. 2.08 to Rs. 0.41 yoy.
💰 Total income decreased to Rs. 52.32 million from Rs. 69.32 million yoy.
🏢 Revenue was mainly derived from fair value gain on Investment Properties, Ijraha/Lease and profit on Investment in Mutual Funds.
🧾 Depreciation of Assets Leased Out increased to Rs. 26.39 million from Rs. 23.69 million yoy.
💸 Administrative & General Expenses increased to Rs. 19.17 million from Rs. 18.08 million yoy.
❌ No dividend was recommended due to accumulated losses.
📊 The portfolio of Ijarah remained at Rs.113.69 million.
🛡️ Certificate holders equity stood at Rs.137.90 million.
💰 Breakup value per certificate was Rs.12.16.
📈 Pakistan’s economy showed signs of strengthening in FY 2025, but high debt servicing and energy sector arrears persist.
🔮 Management intends to concentrate on small ticket Ijrah financing and explore new avenues for profitable business.
💼 There are ongoing proceedings for multiple tax years.
⚖️ The auditor has issued a going concern opinion.

🎯 Investment Thesis

SELL. The company’s declining profits, earnings, and dividends, combined with increasing operational costs, render it as an unattractive investment. A reasonable price to set may be its net asset value (NAV) less 10%.

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announcements GFIL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ GFIL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended 30-06-2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Ghazi Fabrics International Limited (GFIL) reported a gross loss of PKR 289.056 million for the year ended June 30, 2025, a 41% decrease from the PKR 408.877 million gross loss in 2024. The loss after tax decreased by 77% to PKR 376.845 million, and loss per share improved to PKR 11.55 from PKR 20.42. The Board is selling inefficient spinning unit assets to repay director’s loans and acquire new technology to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Despite losses, management believes the company is a going concern due to planned improvements and financial support. The auditor highlights that they have issued an unqualified audit report with an emphasis of matter paragraph.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: LONG_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Gross loss decreased by 41% from PKR 408.877 million to PKR 289.056 million.
📉 Loss per share improved to PKR 11.55 from PKR 20.42.
🏭 Selling old spinning unit plant and machinery to reduce operational capacity but improve efficiency.
💰 Proceeds from asset sales will be used to repay Director’s loan and invest in new technology.
⚙️ Plans to invest in new technology to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
⚠️ Auditor notes material uncertainty about going concern, but management confident in steps taken.
🏭 Main activity is manufacturing of Yarn and Grey Fabrics.
🌏 Sales declined significantly, with local sales at PKR 571.006 million vs. PKR 3,952.785 million last year and export sales at PKR 23.025 million vs. PKR 428.685 million last year.
⚡ Power prices are elevated due to shift to imported Re-liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG).
❌ Sector unable to pass on increased production costs, resulting in margin pressure.
⚠️ Dependent on the textile industry remains subdued due to underperformance of cotton yarn and cotton fabric
🌍 Developing new seed is a time taking task, therefore imports of suitable cotton seed must occur until the production level is achieved.
🤝 Board comprises two independent directors, three non-executive directors, and two executive directors.
🏦 Loan for capital expenditure from directors increased to a significant level, reflecting increasing financing requirement.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Given the consistent losses, revenue decline, and going concern risk noted by the auditor, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate. Management’s planned asset sales and investments in new technology are positive steps, but significant uncertainty remains about whether these strategies will be successful. Any potential price target is difficult to establish given the financials and uncertainty.

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Published on: October 6, 2025

announcements BTL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ BTL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended

⚡ Flash Summary

Blessed Textiles Limited (BTL) reported a loss for the year ended June 30, 2025, contrasting with the previous year’s loss. Revenue decreased slightly, while gross profit margin improved. The company opted not to declare dividends due to global economic uncertainties. The Board highlighted challenges including geopolitical tensions, rising energy costs, and inflationary pressures.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

❌ BTL reported a loss after taxation of PKR (96.88) million for the year ended June 30, 2025, a significant improvement from the prior year loss of PKR (1,706.23) million.
📉 Revenue from contracts with customers decreased by 4.36% YoY to PKR 30,433.10 million.
⬆️ Gross profit margin improved to 7.21% compared to 3.84% in the previous year.
🚫 No dividend was declared for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
⚠️ The company faces rising inventory levels driven by competition from regional textile producers.
📊 Basic loss per share significantly improved to (15.06) Rupees compared to (265.27) Rupees in the prior year.
💰 The company’s gearing ratio marginally decreased to 1.65 from 1.40 in the previous year.
⚡️ Renewable energy initiatives include the installation of around 4.17 mega-watts of solar energy.
🌱 The company is committed to reducing emissions by 30 to 40 percent over the next five years.
🤝 The company emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.
✔️ The statutory auditors have issued a clean audit report on the financial statements.
🌐 Pakistan’s textile exports reached $17.88 billion a 7.22 percent increase from the previous year.
📉 Cotton production in Pakistan observed a sharp decline to 5.52 million bales a staggering 34 percent year-on-year decrease.

🎯 Investment Thesis

A ‘HOLD’ recommendation is appropriate given the current financial results. While there is improvement relative to the prior year, a loss was still reported. Further evidence of sustained profitability and careful management of inventory and financial risk is needed before a more positive recommendation can be made. A conservative price target reflecting book value (subject to reassessment after a period of profitability and efficiency) with a medium-term horizon of 18-24 months seems reasonable.

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announcements NPL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ NPL: HOLD Signal (5/10) – TRANSMISSION OF ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Nishat Power Limited’s annual report for the year ended June 30, 2025, reveals a challenging year marked by a significant decline in turnover and a reported loss. The company’s turnover decreased by 69% due to lower capacity utilization and tariff reductions resulting from negotiations with the Power Purchaser and the Government of Pakistan. While other income increased due to full payment from the Power Purchaser, a one-time adjustment related to prior year earnings resulted in a loss per share of Rs. 2.11. Excluding this adjustment, EPS would have been Rs. 8.77, showcasing underlying operational strength.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Turnover declined by 69% to Rs 7,058 million in 2025 vs Rs 22,505 million in 2024 due to lower capacity utilization.
😭 The Company reported a loss per share of Rs 2.11 due to a one-time adjustment.
💪 Excluding the non-recurring adjustment, earnings per share would have been Rs 8.77.
✅ The Power Purchaser settled past dues as of October 31, 2024, on March 27, 2025.
🧾 Receivables from the Power Purchaser stood at Rs 2,002 million on June 30, 2025, down from Rs 15,319 million in 2024.
⚠️ Overdue receivables were reduced to Rs 1,508 million, a decrease from Rs 9,984 million in 2024.
⚡️ The plant dispatched 87 GWh of electricity, a decrease from 454 GWh in 2024.
🏭 Average capacity factor was 5.07%, a decrease from 26.45% in 2024.
📑 The Company created an overhauling reserve of Rs 3,722 million from retained earnings.
☀️ Rapid solarization is steadily reducing reliance on the national grid.
EV The Board has approved a substantial investment in NexGen, an Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturer.
🤝 The company agreed to waive delayed payment mark-up invoices and delayed payment mark-up accrued with respect to payments that have been made by the Power Purchaser upto 31 October 2024
📊 Investment were made to long term investment upto Rupees 2 billion and loan advance of Rupees 500 million to date.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the analysis, a HOLD rating is appropriate for Nishat Power Limited. While the company has shown some promise with adjustments and agreements, the current financial standing is poor.

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announcements BELA Signal: HOLD

⏸️ BELA: HOLD Signal (5/10) – BELA | Bela Automotives Limited FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Bela Automotives Limited reported its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2025. The company experienced a gross loss of PKR 4.68 million, compared to PKR 5.60 million in the previous year. The company’s loss from operations narrowed to PKR 16.51 million from PKR 19.23 million. The basic loss per share improved slightly from PKR 4.70 to PKR 4.23. No dividends, bonus shares, or rights shares were recommended by the board.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 5/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

⚠️ Bela Automotives reported a gross loss of PKR 4.68 million for FY2025, improving from a loss of PKR 5.60 million in FY2024.
📉 Loss from operations decreased to PKR 16.51 million in FY2025 from PKR 19.23 million in FY2024.
⛔ No cash dividend, bonus shares, or right shares were recommended for the fiscal year.
💸 Finance costs remained stable at approximately PKR 8.0 million year-over-year.
📉 Basic loss per share improved slightly from PKR 4.70 to PKR 4.23.
🏢 Total equity decreased from PKR 96.98 million in 2024 to PKR 72.46 million in 2025.
Liabilities: Non-current liabilities increased slightly to PKR 2.12 million from PKR 2.05 million.
Liabilities: Current liabilities increased to PKR 155.93 million in 2025 from PKR 142.44 million in 2024.
Assets: Non-current assets decreased to PKR 151.18 million from PKR 153.42 million.
Assets: Current assets decreased to PKR 79.33 million from PKR 88.05 million.
Revaluation impact: There was a transfer of PKR 1.46 million from surplus on revaluation of property, plant & equipment.
🗓️ The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2025.
Share capital remains unchanged at PKR 58 million.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the current financial results, a HOLD recommendation is appropriate. While there are some signs of improvement in reducing losses, the company’s overall financial health remains weak. Investors should closely monitor the company’s ability to turn a profit, manage its debt, and improve its equity position before considering a BUY rating. Further positive results would need to be demonstrated before reconsidering a positive investment stance.

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announcements MUGHAL Signal: HOLD

⏸️ MUGHAL: HOLD Signal (6/10) – Transmission of Annual Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2025

⚡ Flash Summary

Mughal Steel’s annual report for the year ended June 30, 2025 reveals a mixed financial performance. While the company demonstrated resilience amid a cautious economic recovery in Pakistan, withstanding challenges like administrative import controls and currency pressures, its topline experienced a slight decrease. Profitability also suffered, as the profit for the year declined despite increases in EBITDA and profit before levies and taxation. The company emphasizes a strong commitment to sustainability, governance, and stakeholder value, although these aspects do not seem to have translated to improved financial performance.

Signal: HOLD ⏸️

Strength: 6/10

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Time Horizon: MEDIUM_TERM

📌 Key Takeaways

📉 Revenue declined to Rs. 102,792 million, a decrease from Rs. 105,554 million in 2024.
📈 EBITDA increased slightly to Rs. 7,656 million (2024: Rs. 7,553 million).
📈 Profit before Levies and Taxation more than doubled to Rs. 1,357 million (2024: Rs. 618 million).
📉 Profit for the Year declined to Rs. 965 million (2024: Rs. 1,999 million).
📉 Earnings per Share (EPS) decreased significantly to Rs. 2.83 (2024: Rs. 5.96).
✔️ Number of Employees decreased to 2,080 (2024: 2,216).
✔️ Gearing Ratio improved to 49.31% (2024: 56.96%).
✔️ Break-up Value per Share increased to Rs. 78.17 (2024: Rs. 77.87).
✔️ Total Assets decreased to Rs. 67,693 million (2024: Rs. 69,077 million).
✔️ Shareholders’ Equity increased to Rs. 28,819 million (2024: Rs. 26,135 million).
✔️ Current Ratio improved to 1.33 times (2024: 1.23 times).
📈 Contribution to the National Exchequer increased to Rs. 18,236 million (2024: Rs. 16,969 million).
✔️ A 1.5 MW solar power plant has been commissioned, contributing to cleaner energy sources.

🎯 Investment Thesis

Based on the data available at this time, a HOLD decision is recommended due to the combination of decreased revenues, EPS and increased EBITDA which may indicate a mixed outlook. A more firm decision will depend on additional data and analysis. There is no specific price target set for this company.

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