Pakistan’s cement industry posted robust growth in July 2025, with total dispatches rising by 30.1% year-on-year (YoY) to 4.0 million tons — up from 3.1 million tons in July 2024. The surge follows post-Eid normalization and booming domestic and export demand.

Domestic & Export Breakdown:

• Local dispatches: 3.0 million tons (+18.4% YoY)
• North: 2.4 million tons (+12.3% YoY)
• South: 570,000 tons (+54.2% YoY)
• Exports: 1.0 million tons (+84.2% YoY)

• South: 776,000 tons (+73.2% YoY)
• North: 232,000 tons (+134.0% YoY)

Regional Trends:

• Southern region: Total dispatches soared by 64.6% YoY
• Northern region: Dispatches increased by 17.6% YoY
• Industry utilization: Averaged 57%, with 95% in the south and 47% in the north

Company Highlights – July 2025 Performance:
| Company | Total Dispatches | YoY Change | Local Sales Growth | Export Growth | |--------|------------------|------------|---------------------|---------------| | ACPL | 338,000 tons | +129% | +58% | +206% | | DGKC | 469,000 tons | +70% | +22% | +193% | | POWER | 203,000 tons | +59% | +56% | +62% | | FCCL | 489,000 tons | +27% | +11% | +233% | | MLCF | 311,000 tons | +21% | +19% | +49% | | LUCK | 798,000 tons | +15% | +20% | +8% | | KOHC | Not disclosed | +9% | +11% | Not disclosed |

Outlook:
The sector is set for continued momentum fueled by post-monsoon infrastructure projects, housing demand, and globally competitive clinker pricing. Strong export trends and sustained domestic consumption are expected to keep utilization high and earnings solid.