Cement giant LafargeHolcim registered a robust profit of Tk 96 crore in the April–June quarter, marking a strong 20% year-on-year growth. The surge was driven by increased sales volumes and improved operational efficiency. Company officials expressed optimism about sustained demand in infrastructure and construction in the coming months.
Cement giant LafargeHolcim registered a robust profit of Tk 96 crore in the April–June quarter, marking a strong 20% year-on-year growth.
The surge was driven by increased sales volumes and improved operational efficiency.
Company officials expressed optimism about sustained demand in infrastructure and construction in the coming months.
LafargeHolcim Bangladesh reported a strong performance in the April to June quarter of 2025, with sales rising 5 percent and profits climbing 20 percent. The multinational cement producer’s net sales increased to Tk 646 crore, while net profit reached Tk 96 crore, according to a company press release issued yesterday.
“We saw solid growth in volumes for both cement and aggregates, fueled by robust market demand and increasing customer confidence,” said Iqbal Chowdhury, the company’s CEO.
Notably, specialized cement products like ‘Water Protect’ and ‘Fair Face’ posted an impressive 28 percent growth, highlighting a growing consumer preference for value-added solutions.
Despite profitability being pressured by rising energy costs and declining cement prices, LafargeHolcim implemented cost-efficiency initiatives and strategic pricing reviews to mitigate the impact.
“Our ongoing innovation and diversification efforts continue to pay off,” Chowdhury added, noting the successful co-processing of over 21,000 tonnes of waste through Geocycle, which replaced 11 percent of fossil fuel consumption.
“While challenges persist, we remain optimistic about achieving better results in the coming quarters,” he said.
For the first half of 2025, the company’s net sales totaled Tk 1,498 crore, marking a 4 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
Earnings per share (EPS) stood at Tk 2.03, down slightly by 3 percent from Tk 2.09 in the first half of 2024, although EPS showed a 20 percent year-on-year improvement.
Looking ahead, LafargeHolcim plans to continue focusing on operational efficiency, product diversification, and pricing strategies to strengthen profitability. Investments in sustainability and digital transformation are also expected to enhance the company’s long-term competitive edge.
Reflecting investor confidence, the company’s shares rose 2 percent to close at Tk 56 on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) yesterday.
