In brief
- EAPCC's profit after tax fell 68.6 percent year on year to Sh1.58 billion, according to AllAfrica: Kenya.
- The company attributed the challenging environment to elevated inflation and supply chain disruptions, and the board recommended no dividend for the year.
- EAPCC plans to pursue capacity expansion to capture demand from expected infrastructure projects.
East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) reported a profit after tax of Sh1.58 billion for the financial year ended June 2026, a 68.6 percent decline from Sh5.02 billion in the previous year, according to AllAfrica: Kenya.
The AllAfrica/Kenya report states the decline was largely driven by reduced fair value gains and an operating loss. EAPCC attributed the challenging operating environment to elevated inflation and supply chain disruptions from geopolitical tensions, which contributed to volatility in energy markets.
Despite those pressures, EAPCC said the domestic cement market rebounded during the financial year, resulting in higher product uptake, although competition and price pressure persisted.
The board has recommended no dividend for the year, opting to conserve cash for capacity expansion opportunities, as reported by AllAfrica/Kenya. The report does not state whether shareholders have approved the recommendation.
Looking ahead, EAPCC said it will prioritise restoring operating profitability through improved plant efficiencies and optimal sourcing, while pursuing capacity expansion to take advantage of infrastructure projects expected to sustain construction activity in the medium term, according to the AllAfrica/Kenya report.
The report does not specify the currency for the reported figures, though absolute cement production and sales volumes are not provided. Details on the capacity expansion, including investment amount, financing, and timeline, are not disclosed.
Frequently asked questions
How much did EAPCC's profit after tax fall and why?
EAPCC's profit after tax fell 68.6 percent to Sh1.58 billion in the financial year ended June 2026, down from Sh5.02 billion in the previous year, according to AllAfrica: Kenya. The AllAfrica/Kenya report states the decline was largely driven by reduced fair value gains and an operating loss.
What were EAPCC's revenue and cement production volumes?
The report does not provide absolute revenue or cement production volumes. It states that the domestic cement market rebounded with higher uptake, though competition and price pressure persisted.
Did EAPCC pay a dividend for the year?
The board recommended no dividend for the year, citing cash conservation for capacity expansion opportunities, as reported by AllAfrica/Kenya.
What is EAPCC planning for capacity expansion?
EAPCC said it is pursuing capacity expansion to capture demand from infrastructure projects expected to sustain construction activity in the medium term. The report does not provide details on additional capacity, investment amount, financing, or timeline.