LafargeHolcim Bangladesh PLC has reported a resilient financial performance for the second quarter ended June 2026, with its net profit after tax rising by 8% year-on-year to reach Tk104.5 crore.
The multinational cement manufacturer’s board today (29 July) approved the unaudited financial statements for the first half of 2026, reporting a strong second-quarter rebound despite persistent inflation and elevated energy costs.
According to the financial statements, April-June revenue rose 14% year-on-year to Tk739.7 crore from Tk646.6 crore, driven by strategic price adjustments and strong demand for the company’s value-added products.
The improved performance also lifted operating earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) by 18% to Tk140.6 crore, enabling the company to maintain healthy margins despite macroeconomic headwinds.
Despite the robust second quarter, the first-half results continued to reflect the impact of earlier economic pressures. Net sales for January-June increased 3% year-on-year to Tk1,543.6 crore from Tk1,498.1 crore in the same period last year.
However, the consolidated net profit after tax for the first half fell by 8% to settle at Tk216.6 crore, and earnings per share (EPS) declined to Tk1.87 from Tk2.03 in the previous year.
Iqbal Chowdhury, chief executive officer of LafargeHolcim Bangladesh, said the company’s performance reflects its strong brand equity and ability to adapt through innovation and pricing discipline.
He highlighted decisive measures to protect margins from rising gas tariffs and market volatility, including a successful energy transition through Geocycle, its waste management arm, which co-processed nearly 21,000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste into alternative fuel.
Despite expecting macroeconomic volatility to persist for the rest of the year, the company remains optimistic about sustaining its industry-leading margins.
The management highlighted the specialised solution offerings, such as Holcim Water Protect and Coastal Guard, alongside the aggregates business, which has demonstrated significant volume growth and price momentum.
This segment is positioned as a high-potential driver capable of unlocking long-term value for stakeholders throughout 2026.
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