Berger Paints Pakistan Reports Rs67.3 Million Profit in First Quarter FY2027 Despite Higher Revenue

Berger Paints Pakistan Limited has reported a profit after taxation of Rs67.37 million for the first quarter ended September 30, 2026, compared with Rs69.30 million in the corresponding period last year, reflecting a slight decline despite significant revenue growth.

According to the company’s financial results submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), net revenue increased by approximately 21.1% to Rs2.57 billion, compared with Rs2.12 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.

The company’s gross profit also improved to Rs496.46 million from Rs465.19 million, representing an increase of around 6.7%. However, higher operating expenses affected overall profitability during the period.

Selling and distribution expenses increased to Rs303.05 million from Rs253.01 million, while administrative and general expenses rose to Rs79.28 million against Rs63.77 million in the corresponding quarter last year. Other operating expenses also increased to Rs12.77 million from Rs8.72 million.

Consequently, profit from operations declined to Rs101.36 million compared with Rs139.69 million in the same period last year.

Other income provided some support to the company’s financial performance, rising significantly to Rs51.63 million from Rs15.88 million. However, finance costs increased to Rs49.34 million compared with Rs43.80 million previously.

Berger Paints Pakistan recorded profit before taxation of Rs103.64 million during the quarter, down from Rs111.78 million in the corresponding period. After accounting for taxation of Rs36.27 million, the company posted net profit of Rs67.37 million.

Earnings per share (EPS) stood at Rs2.74 compared with Rs2.82 in the same quarter last year, according to the unconsolidated financial statements.

The company’s financial position showed total assets of Rs8.46 billion as of September 30, 2026, compared with Rs9.33 billion at June 30, 2026. Total equity increased to Rs4.49 billion from Rs4.36 billion, while total liabilities rose to Rs5.75 billion from Rs4.97 billion.

The company also generated Rs277.69 million in net cash from operating activities during the quarter, compared with Rs320.50 million in the corresponding period last year.

On the dividend front, the board of directors did not announce any cash dividend, bonus shares, right shares or other entitlement for the first quarter.

The latest results reflect Berger Paints Pakistan’s ability to achieve higher sales amid rising operating costs and pressure on operating profitability. Going forward, controlling expenses, maintaining sales momentum and improving operational efficiency will remain important factors for strengthening the company’s financial performance.