PAKISTAN
Beco Steel Limited, a leading manufacturer and distributor in the steel sector, reported significant improvements in its financial and operational performance for the year 2025, reflecting strengthened market positioning and renewed growth momentum.
The company, known for its focus on quality and innovation, continued to expand its capabilities through sustained investments in property, plant, and equipment. This strategic approach has enhanced production efficiency and supported the company’s long-term competitiveness in the steel industry.
According to the latest financials, total equity increased by 4.50% to Rs. 3.23 billion, while non-current liabilities grew by 8.33% and current liabilities by 8.50%, reflecting continued business expansion. The total debt ratio showed only a slight rise to 0.562, indicating stable leverage levels. The company’s interest coverage ratio improved sharply to 36.721, demonstrating a stronger capacity to meet financial obligations. Book value per share also increased in 2025, while the debt-to-equity ratio remained comfortably low at 0.040.
Profitability indicators recorded a positive trend, with Beco Steel’s gross profit ratio rising to 0.052 in 2025, compared to a negative margin in 2023—showing improved cost control and operational discipline. Return on assets and equity similarly reflected healthier performance.
The company achieved several milestones during the year, including a record-high net revenue of PKR 7.4 billion, a return to profitability with PKR 111 million profit after tax, improved liquidity, and stronger cash flows from operating activities.
Despite the progress, Beco Steel noted ongoing challenges such as volatile raw material and energy prices, rising competition in both domestic and export markets, and the need for continuous technological upgrades to sustain efficiency.
Overall, the company’s 2025 performance underlines a solid recovery and a strengthened foundation for future growth. – ER News Desk
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