Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) has reported a significant increase in profitability for the first quarter ended September 30, 2026, with its net profit rising to Rs6.64 billion from Rs3.81 billion in the corresponding period last year. The company’s latest financial results reflect improved gross and operating profits alongside a substantial increase in sales.

According to the financial results submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on October 19, 2026, APL recorded net sales of Rs160.55 billion during the July–September quarter, compared with Rs117.78 billion in the same period of 2025.

Revenue and Gross Profit Show Strong Growth

Attock Petroleum’s sales increased significantly during the quarter, while gross profit rose to Rs11.81 billion from Rs7.55 billion a year earlier. This represents an increase of approximately 56.3% in gross profit.

The company’s operating profit also improved considerably, reaching Rs9.99 billion compared with Rs5.75 billion in the corresponding quarter last year. The increase highlights stronger operating profitability during the reporting period.

Other income, net, stood at Rs1.05 billion, up from Rs567 million in the same quarter of the previous year, further supporting the company’s financial performance.

Profit Before Tax Exceeds Rs10 Billion

APL reported profit before taxation of Rs10.44 billion for the quarter, compared with Rs6.22 billion in the same period last year. After accounting for taxation of Rs3.80 billion, the company recorded a net profit of Rs6.64 billion, up approximately 74.2% year-on-year.

Earnings per share increased to Rs53.36 from Rs30.63 in the corresponding quarter of 2025, reflecting the improvement in overall profitability.

Cash Flow and Financial Position

The company generated Rs5.84 billion in net cash from operating activities during the quarter, compared with Rs6.50 billion a year earlier. Although operating cash generation declined, APL continued to maintain a substantial cash balance.

Cash and cash equivalents stood at Rs28.66 billion at September 30, 2026, compared with Rs28.74 billion at the end of September 2025.

The company’s total equity reached Rs82.12 billion at the end of the reporting period, compared with Rs75.49 billion at June 30, 2026.

No Dividend Announced for the Quarter

In its October 19 filing, the company announced no cash dividend, bonus shares, or right shares for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. No other entitlement or price-sensitive information was reported in the notification.

The company stated that its quarterly report would be transmitted separately through the Pakistan Unified Corporate Actions and Reporting System (PUCARS) within the specified timeframe.

Outlook

Attock Petroleum’s latest results show a notable improvement in revenue, operating profit, net earnings, and earnings per share compared with the same quarter last year. Investors will likely monitor the company’s subsequent financial disclosures for further information about its operating performance, cash flows, and business outlook.

While the quarterly figures indicate stronger profitability, future performance will also depend on market conditions, petroleum demand, operating costs, taxation, and developments in Pakistan’s energy sector.