Karachi: United Distributors Pakistan Limited (UDPL) has announced its financial results for the nine months ended March 31, 2026, reporting a solid increase in profitability and declaring an interim cash dividend for shareholders. The company’s Board of Directors approved the unaudited results during its meeting held on April 28, 2026.

The company posted a profit after tax of Rs.879.26 million, up 7.7% from Rs.816.72 million recorded during the corresponding period last year. Earnings per share (EPS) improved to Rs.24.93, compared with Rs.23.16 in the same period of FY2025, reflecting the company’s continued ability to generate value for shareholders despite lower sales.

UDPL’s revenue from contracts with customers declined to Rs.615.77 million during the nine-month period from Rs.743.37 million a year earlier. Gross profit also fell to Rs.232.34 million compared with Rs.279.59 million in the corresponding period. However, the company benefited from substantial other income of Rs.1.04 billion, which supported overall profitability and offset higher operating expenses.

Operating performance remained under pressure as marketing and distribution expenses increased to Rs.219.59 million, while other operating expenses also rose during the period. Consequently, the company reported an operating loss of Rs.109.26 million, compared with an operating loss of Rs.27.14 million in the same period last year. Despite this, lower taxation and strong non-operating income helped deliver improved bottom-line results.

In recognition of its financial performance, the Board declared an interim cash dividend of Rs.1.25 per share (12.5%). This dividend is in addition to the interim cash dividend of Rs.18.25 per share (182.5%) already paid earlier during the financial year. The company did not announce any bonus shares, right shares, or other corporate actions.

The share transfer books will remain closed from May 8 to May 12, 2026 (both days inclusive). Share transfers received by the close of business on May 7, 2026, will be eligible for the latest interim dividend.

On the financial position front, UDPL’s total assets increased to Rs.2.73 billion as of March 31, 2026, from Rs.2.62 billion at the end of June 2025. Cash and bank balances also strengthened significantly, rising to Rs.115.72 million from Rs.24.50 million, highlighting improved liquidity.

The latest results indicate that while the company continues to face challenges in its core operating business, strong investment-related income and prudent financial management have enabled UDPL to maintain earnings growth and continue rewarding shareholders through consistent dividend payouts.