RAK Ceramics (Bangladesh) reported a turnaround in profitability in the second quarter (April-June) of 2026, driven by higher sales, improved production and stronger gross margins following better gas supply.
The company's consolidated earnings per share (EPS) rose to Tk 0.18 for the April-June quarter, compared with a loss of Tk 0.43 in the same period a year earlier.
For the first half (January-June) of 2026, consolidated EPS stood at Tk 0.05, recovering from a loss of Tk 0.49 in the corresponding period of 2025.
According to the company, sales increased 20.67 per cent to Tk 3.74 billion in the first half from Tk 3.10 billion a year earlier, supported by higher sales volumes and increased production made possible by improved gas pressure.
Gross profit margin improved to 19.24 per cent from 14.97 per cent, mainly due to lower depreciation expenses, which reduced the cost of goods sold.
The company also attributed the turnaround in net profit after tax -- from a loss of Tk 210.38 million to a profit of Tk 22.80 million -- partly to changes in income tax regulations.
However, operating cash flow weakened during the period as the company increased purchases to support higher production and settled outstanding dues with suppliers.
Net operating cash flow per share (NOCFPS) declined to Tk 0.12 for the January-June period of 2026 from Tk 0.16 a year earlier.
Meanwhile, consolidated net asset value (NAV) per share stood at Tk 15.08 as of June 30, 2026, compared with Tk 15.73 a year earlier.
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