Cement prices in Pakistan have dropped to Rs1,390 per bag for top brands, including Bestway Cement, Maple Leaf Cement, and DG Khan Cement, bringing some relief to those planning construction projects.
Other brands are offering cement at Rs1,400 per bag.
The decrease reflects changing market demand and improved import conditions within the construction sector. Steel availability is also contributing to the fluctuations.
While the price of cement currently ranges from Rs13,850 to Rs14,05 PKR per 10 kg bag, individuals can avail a 30% discount by registering through the Ehsaas Program's 8171 portal.
On the other hand, Pakistan’s cement exports saw significant growth during the first half of the fiscal year 2024-25. Exports increased by 23.21% to $167.47 million, compared to $135.93 million during the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
In terms of volume, cement exports rose by 33.82% year-on-year, reaching 4.69 million metric tons during July-December 2024-25, up from 3.50 million metric tons in the same period the previous year.
December 2024 showed particularly strong performance, with cement exports rising 45.47% year-on-year to $31.89 million. On a month-on-month basis, exports in December also grew by 3.04%, reaching $31.90 million compared to November's $30.96 million.
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