Crown Cement PLC reported a 12.4 per cent rise in annual earnings for FY2025–26, although operating cash flow declined, pointing to weaker cash generation despite improved profitability.
The cement manufacturer’s earnings per share (EPS) increased to Tk5.08 for the year ended 30 June 2026 from Tk4.52 a year earlier, according to audited financial statements approved by its board on Monday.
The board recommended a 22.5 per cent cash dividend for the year, subject to shareholder approval.
Net operating cash flow per share fell 11.5 per cent to Tk23 from Tk25.99 in FY2024–25. The measure reflects cash generated from the company’s regular business operations.
Despite the decline, operating cash flow per share remained substantially higher than reported earnings per share.
Net asset value per share increased 4.9 per cent to Tk65.73 at the end of June from Tk62.66 a year earlier.
Crown Cement has scheduled its 32nd annual general meeting for 12 December at 3pm through a digital platform.
The record date for determining dividend eligibility is 17 November.
