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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lucky Strike Entertainment (NYSE:LUCK) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.055
Lucky Strike Entertainment Corporation's (NYSE:LUCK) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.055 per share on 6th of June. This means that the annual payment will be 2.5% of the current stock price, which is in line with the average for the industry. We've discovered 3 warning signs about Lucky Strike Entertainment. View them for free. We like to see a healthy dividend yield, but that is only helpful to us if the payment can continue. Despite not generating a profit, Lucky Strike Entertainment is still paying a dividend. The company is also yet to generate cash flow, so the dividend sustainability is definitely questionable. The next 12 months is set to see EPS grow by 116.7%. However, if the dividend continues along recent trends, it could start putting pressure on the balance sheet with the payout ratio getting very high over the next year. View our latest analysis for Lucky Strike Entertainment It is tough to make a judgement on how stable a dividend is when the company hasn't been paying one for very long. This doesn't mean that the company can't pay a good dividend, but just that we want to wait until it can prove itself. The company's investors will be pleased to have been receiving dividend income for some time. It's encouraging to see that Lucky Strike Entertainment has been growing its earnings per share at 108% a year over the past five years. While the company hasn't yet recorded a profit, the growth rates are healthy. If the company can turn a profit relatively soon, we can see this becoming a reliable income stock. Overall, it's nice to see a consistent dividend payment, but we think that longer term, the current level of payment might be unsustainable. In general, the distributions are a little bit higher than we would like, but we can't ignore the fact the quickly growing earnings gives this stock great potential in the future. Overall, we don't think this company has the makings of a good income stock. It's important to note that companies having a consistent dividend policy will generate greater investor confidence than those having an erratic one. Meanwhile, despite the importance of dividend payments, they are not the only factors our readers should know when assessing a company. Case in point: We've spotted 3 warning signs for Lucky Strike Entertainment (of which 1 is significant!) you should know about. If you are a dividend investor, you might also want to look at our curated list of high yield dividend stocks. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Economic Times
06-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Tale of 2 countries: Pakistan stock market down 4% post Pahalgam attack, India's Sensex gains 1.5%
Following the Pahalgam attack, Pakistan's KSE-100 index fell nearly 4%. Fears of military escalation rattled investors. India's Sensex rose 1.5%, defying regional risks. Moody's warned of economic strain on Pakistan. India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. Foreign investors remained confident in India. Tensions between the two countries remain high. The historical context shows Indian markets have weathered such tensions. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Economic fallout Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Diplomatic and military escalation Foreign flows and market sentiment Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Historical context: Markets vs. Conflict The deadly April 22 terror attack in India's Pahalgam has rattled Pakistan's financial markets, sending the KSE-100 index down nearly 4%, while India's Sensex has gained 1.5%—reflecting the stark contrast in economic resilience and investor confidence as geopolitical tensions escalate between the nuclear-armed Karachi Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index has plunged 3.7% between April 23 and May 5, rattled by fears of military escalation after the deadly attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, allegedly by Pakistan-based selloff deepened on April 30, when the KSE-100 plummeted 3.09%—its worst day in weeks—dragged down by heavyweights like LUCK, ENGROH, UBL, PPL, and FFC. While the market rebounded 2.5% on May 2, analysts caution this may be a 'dead-cat bounce' unless tensions BSE Sensex, meanwhile, has defied regional risks, rising 1.5% since the attack. Brokerage Anand Rathi noted that 'except during the Parliament attack in 2001, Indian equity markets did not correct more than 2% during periods of high tension with Pakistan,' and even in the case of significant escalation, the brokerage sees the Nifty 50 falling no more than 5–10%.Ratings agency Moody's warned that 'sustained escalation in tensions with India would likely weigh on Pakistan's growth and hamper the government's ongoing fiscal consolidation,' threatening to derail a fragile economic recovery marked by falling inflation and rising foreign-exchange reserves under an IMF program. A prolonged crisis, Moody's cautioned, could impair Pakistan's access to external financing and further strain reserves already inadequate to cover looming debt meanwhile, remains largely insulated. 'Comparatively, the macroeconomic conditions in India would be stable, bolstered by moderating but still high levels of growth amid strong public investment and healthy private consumption,' Moody's said. Given that Pakistan accounts for less than 0.5% of India's exports, direct economic spillover is expected to be minimal, though Moody's flagged that higher defense spending could weigh on India's fiscal has launched a sweeping diplomatic and military response following the Pahalgam attack . New Delhi suspended the Indus Waters Treaty , closed the Integrated Check Post at Attari, cut diplomatic staff, and granted its military full autonomy in crafting a response. The Indian Army has since retaliated to multiple ceasefire violations along the Line of Control, while Pakistan has reportedly deployed air defense and artillery units near the a striking escalation, India has begun physically restricting river flows into Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty, a move signaling the use of water as a diplomatic weapon. India cut off water from the Baglihar Dam on the Chenab River—one of the key rivers allocated to Pakistan under the 1960 treaty—and is reportedly planning restrictions at the Kishanganga Dam on the Jhelum River. These hydroelectric dams give India the ability to control the timing of water releases, amplifying pressure on Pakistan's already stressed water hotline talks between the two militaries, tensions remain high. Pakistan's Ambassador to the U.S., Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has appealed to President Donald Trump to help de-escalate the crisis, warning that Kashmir remains a global institutional investors have largely stood firm in India, signaling global confidence in its ability to manage regional tensions. Over the past 12 sessions, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have snapped up Rs 401.47 billion ($4.8 billion) worth of shares—the longest buying streak in two Pakistan, however, the market rout points to rising fears of capital flight, with foreign investors likely wary of the deteriorating security and economic and Pakistan have endured repeated military flare-ups, from the 1999 Kargil conflict to the 2001 Parliament attack. Yet Anand Rathi's analysis shows Indian markets have historically weathered these tensions, with only limited corrections often driven more by global headwinds than by local geopolitical risk assessment similarly assumes that 'flare-ups will occur periodically… but they will not lead to an outright, broad-based military conflict,' offering some comfort to markets bracing for the next headlines.: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)
Business Recorder
03-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
PSX posts sharp recovery
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange staged a sharp recovery on the final trading day of the week, following diplomatic interventions by the United States and the United Nations urging Pakistan and India to de-escalate. The benchmark KSE-100 Index gained 2,787.36 points, or 2.50 percent, closing at 114,114points on Friday up from 111,326.58points on Thursday. However, the daily volume at the ready counter declined significantly from 492 million shares in the previous session to 372 million shares. On Friday, BRIndex100 opened at 11,775.43 points closed at 12,144.81 points, which was 369.38 points or 3.14 percent higher than previous close. Total volume at BRIndex was 310.562 million shares. BRIndex30 increased by 870.34 points or 2.52 percent to settle at 35,340.87 points with a total volume of 193.967 million shares. Similarly, the total traded value on the ready counter also decreased to Rs 23 billion compared to Rs 31 billion in the previous session. The market capitalization declined Rs 288 billion to Rs 13.808 trillion. Out of 445 active scrips, 331 closed in positive and 63 in negative while the value of 51 stocks remained unchanged. Ahsan Mehanti of Arif Habib Corp said that stocks showed sharp recovery after US, UN urge Pakistan and India to defuse tensions. Reports of 0.3pc YoY CPI inflation for Feb'25 likely to further ease SBP policy and expected approval on disbursement of IMF tranche this month played catalyst role in record bullish close at PSX. Sui South Gas was the volume leader with 29 million shares and closed at Rs 40.25 followed by Cnergyico PK closed at Rs 7.11 with 27 million shares. B.O. Punjab ranked third with share trading of 21 million shares and it closed at Rs 9.69. PIA Holding Company LimitedB and Hoechst Pakistan Limited the top gainers increasing by Rs 436.63 and Rs 223.37 respectively to close at Rs 4,802.96 and Rs 3,173.37, while Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited and Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited were the top losers declining by Rs 461.63 and Rs 30.05 respectively to close at Rs 23,008.12 and Rs 1,162.34. Analysts at Topline Securities said that KSE 100 Index rebounded today after remaining under pressure for two consecutive trading session. KSE 100 Index settled at 114,114 level (up by 2.50%). This recovery in market can be attributed to statements by US Administration indicating that they are working to ensure that tensions between India and Pakistan don`t escalate into a broader regional conflict. Top positive contribution to the index came from UBL, EFERT, HUBC, LUCK, MEBL and HBL, as they cumulatively contributed +1,238 points to the index Traded value wise LUCK (Rs1.53bn), SNGP (Rs1.39bn), DGKC (Rs1.26bn), MARI (Rs1.02bn) and UBL (Rs978mn) dominated the trading activity. BR Automobile Assembler Index ended the session at 22,057.83 points, recording a net gain of 401.44 points or 1.85 percent, with a total turnover of 4.52 million. The BR Cement Index settled at 9,406.62points, rising 328.10 points or 3.61 percent and a turnover of 55.10 million. The BR Commercial Banks Index advanced to 33,679points, climbing 1,407.77 points or 4.36 percent, with a turnover of 46.39 million. The BR Power Generation and Distribution Index finished at 19,275.48points, gaining 520.38 points or 2.77 percent increase, with a total turnover of 23.77 million. The BR Oil and Gas Index moved up to 11,069.58points, showing a positive change of 207.09 pointsor 1.91 percent, with a turnover of 59.43 million. The BR Technology and Communication Index reached 4,839.77points, up 72.08 points or 1.51 percent, with a turnover of 31.83 million. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
News18
02-05-2025
- Business
- News18
Pakistan Stock Exchange Plunges Over 7,100 Points Since April 23 Amid Indo-Pak Tensions
Last Updated: Pakistan's market rout underscores investor unease over mounting tensions between India and Pakistan following deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index tumbled by over 7,100 points, nearly 6 per cent, between April 23 and April 30, shaken by the escalating geopolitical crisis triggered by the deadly April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. The market rout underscores investor unease over mounting tensions between India and Pakistan. On April 30, the index saw its sharpest recent decline, nosediving 3.09 per cent or 3,545 points to close at 111,326.57. The steep fall was attributed to investor anxiety triggered by Pakistan's information minister warning of potential military action by India within 24 to 36 hours. According to The Economic Times report, major index constituents such as LUCK, ENGROH, UBL, PPL, and FFC led the sell-off, jointly dragging the index down by more than 1,100 points. However, on May 2, the market staged a partial recovery, rebounding 2,785 points or 2.5 per cent to end at 114,119. Analysts warned this upswing might be a 'dead-cat bounce" unless diplomatic and military tensions between the two countries begin to cool. The tensions stem from the recent deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. India's Response to the Pahalgam Terror Attack The April 22 incident, allegedly executed by Pakistan-backed militants targeting tourists in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, has prompted a series of retaliatory moves by India. New Delhi has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, shut down the Integrated Check Post at Attari, ordered a reduction in diplomatic staff at respective High Commissions, and granted the military unrestricted authority to decide on the timing and nature of its response. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly told senior defence officials that the armed forces have full autonomy in choosing their response, including targets and strategy. On the Pakistani side, the military has ramped up deployments near the border, including positioning air defence and artillery units in forward areas. The Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both nations reportedly held a hotline conversation earlier this week to discuss the ceasefire breaches. India is said to have issued a firm warning against continued 'provocations". First Published:
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mounting India-Pak tensions: Pakistan stock market crashes over 7,000 points since Pahalgam terror attack
crashes! The in Pakistan has plunged over 7,100 points, approximately 6%, between April 23 and April 30, following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. This market decline is a reflection of the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The index witnessed a substantial single-day decrease of 3.09% on April 30, dropping 3,545 points to close at 111,326.57, marking its most significant decline in recent periods. Major stocks including LUCK, ENGROH, UBL, PPL, and FFC contributed significantly to the downturn, collectively causing the index to fall by more than 1,100 points, according to an ET report. Subsequently, on May 2, the market showed signs of recovery, rising by 2,785 points or 2.5% to 114,119. However, experts suggest this upturn might be temporary unless the diplomatic situation between the neighbouring countries improves. The terrorist attack on April 22 prompted significant countermeasures from India. These included the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, closure of the Integrated Check Post at Attari, reduction in diplomatic personnel at High Commissions, and authorisation for military forces to determine their response strategy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has granted complete discretion to senior defence officials regarding their response methods, including the selection of targets and tactical approaches. The Indian Army launched swift counter-responses to several ceasefire breaches along the Line of Control (LoC), particularly near Kupwara and Poonch districts during the nights of April 26-27 and April 27-28. The Pakistan Army's small arms fire was met with precise retaliatory action, according to defence sources. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Intelligence reports indicate heightened Pakistani military presence, with additional air defence systems and artillery units stationed close to the Indian frontier. A hotline discussion between the Directors General of Military Operations of both nations took place this week regarding the ceasefire violations. Indian officials reportedly delivered a strong admonition to Pakistan regarding its continued provocative actions. In a separate development, Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, sought President Donald Trump's intervention to reduce tensions. According to Newsweek, the ambassador emphasised Kashmir's significance as a critical international conflict zone and requested Washington's mediation.
