Cement Sales Jump 16% in First Quarter of FY26

Published Oct 3, 2025 | 9:58 am

Pakistan’s cement industry recorded robust double-digit growth in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, with overall sales (domestic and exports combined) rising 16.25% year-on-year to 12.161 million tonnes, according to fresh data from the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA).

In the same period last year, the sector had sold 10.461 million tonnes.

Domestic & Export Growth

Domestic demand led the surge, climbing 15.08% to 9.573 million tonnes, compared with 8.319 million tonnes in Q1 FY25. Exports also showed strong momentum, posting a 20.81% increase to 2.589 million tonnes from 2.143 million tonnes a year earlier.

Monthly Breakdown

July 2025: Dispatches up 31.24% month-on-month.
August 2025: Growth of 13.47%.
September 2025: Moderate rise of 7.05% year-on-year, with 4.25 million tonnes dispatched versus 3.97 million tonnes in September 2024.

In September, local sales grew 14.38% to 3.418 million tonnes, while exports dipped 15.25% to 831,966 tonnes compared with 981,646 tonnes last year.

Regional Performance

North-based mills: Dispatches reached 3.162 million tonnes in September, up 16.41% from a year earlier. Domestic sales rose 17.02% to 2.941 million tonnes, while exports increased 8.84% to 221,252 tonnes.
South-based mills: Dispatches fell 13.23% to 1.09 million tonnes. Domestic sales edged up slightly by 0.41%, but exports dropped 21.54% to 610,714 tonnes.

Quarterly Totals

North region: 8.010 million tonnes sold domestically (+13.65%), exports at 661,866 tonnes (+30.49%). Total sales rose 14.78% to 8.672 million tonnes.
South region: Domestic sales up 22.99% to 1.562 million tonnes, exports higher by 17.8% at 1.926 million tonnes. Total sales climbed 20.07% to 3.489 million tonnes.

Industry Outlook

An APCMA spokesperson noted that the industry’s growth could be further enhanced if the government provided relief in duties and taxes. This, they said, would not only support manufacturers but also benefit consumers.

“Large-scale rehabilitation and infrastructure work are required after the recent floods, and we are optimistic about government support,” the spokesperson added.