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Lucky Core Industries Limited (PSX: LCI) posted a profit after taxation of Rs4.60bn for the six months ended December 31, 2025, down 27.8% compared to Rs6.37bn in the corresponding period last year.

Earnings per share (EPS) declined to Rs9.96 from Rs13.80.

Net turnover declined 9.5% YoY to Rs56.34bn from Rs62.25bn, showing lower sales volumes during the period.

After accounting for cost of sales of Rs43.79bn (down 8.7% YoY), the company reported a gross profit of Rs12.55bn, down 12% from Rs14.26bn in 6MFY25.

Meezan Bank delivers Rs7 dividend as profit moderates to Rs70bn in 9MFY25

Meezan Bank Limited (PSX: MEBL) reported a profit after taxation of Rs70.52bn for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, down 10% from Rs78.33bn in the corresponding period last year.

Earnings per share declined to Rs38.59 compared to Rs43.42 in 9MFY24.

Dividend by the company is declared at Rs7 per share.

Profit/return earned on Islamic financing and related assets, investments and placements decreased 17.5% year-on-year to Rs312.13bn from Rs378.34bn, showing lower yields during the period. Profit/return on deposits and other dues expensed fell 24.5% to Rs123.91bn from Rs164.19bn.