Cement sales

Industry asks govt to address concerns in upcoming budget

APCMA official says uptick in fuel price, other inputs driving up cost of production

In comparison, 3.35m tons had been consumed in same month of previous year

Exports to India rise sharply, but shipments to Afghanistan fall

Eid holidays, new property valuations weakened domestic demand

Growth comes on the back of domestic demand that rises 20.92%

Exports remain almost flat, but domestic dispatches come to the rescue

Industry sold 38.87m tons compared to 35.34m tons in previous year

Robust domestic demand, uptick in margins supported earnings

Increase 9.71% during 10MFY16

Growth mainly led by domestic consumption, exports remain gloomy

Total dispatches amount to 14.77m tons against 14m previous year

The growth figures in the cement sector are not mere positive sentiments but concrete numbers