A decline is expected in PSX Cement sector as coal prices take a toll on margins and profitability of players.
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· Moving forward, the sequential decline is expected to continue into 2QFY22 as coal prices continue to increase, currently trading at USD230/ton against effective price of USD100-110/ton for 1QFY22 while the pass-on remains limited.
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· LUCK and MLCF are expected to remain comparatively insulated from increasing coal prices where low cost structure aids however additional buffer for LUCK has been created by increased other income.
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· Even though the sector has remained under pressure lately, it as an opportunity to accumulate where an expected decline in coal prices post winter can induce a rally in the sector.
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