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Zawya
07-08-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi: Najran Cement's net profits near $5.86mln in H1-25
Riyadh – The net profits of Najran Cement Company went down by 1.61% to SAR 21.71 million in net profit during the first half (H1) of 2025 from SAR 22.06 million in H1-24. The revenues hit SAR 259.94 million in H1-25, up 3.39% year-on-year (YoY) from SAR 251.39 million, according to the interim financial results. Meanwhile, the earnings per share (EPS) remained unchanged at SAR 0.13 as of 30 June 2025. Quarterly Results In the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, the Saudi company recorded 8.29% YoY higher net profits at SAR 4.51 million, compared to SAR 4.17 million. Revenues grew by 10.09% to SAR 124.70 million in the three-month period that ended on 30 June 2025 from SAR 113.26 million in Q2-24. Quarterly, the Q2-25 profits shrank by 73.71% from SAR 17.19 million in January-March 2025, while the revenues dropped by 7.79% from SAR 135.24 million. Last year, the company's net profits reached SAR 68.42 million, higher by 24.05% than SAR 55.16 million as of 31 December 2023. All Rights Reserved - Mubasher Info © 2005 - 2025 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Exploring Middle East's Hidden Stock Opportunities July 2025
As the Middle East navigates a complex landscape of mixed stock performances and geopolitical uncertainties, regional indices reflect both cautious investor sentiment and strategic resilience. Amidst this backdrop, identifying promising stocks involves recognizing companies that can effectively adapt to shifting trade policies and leverage regional economic strengths. Name Debt To Equity Revenue Growth Earnings Growth Health Rating Baazeem Trading 8.48% -2.02% -2.70% ★★★★★★ Alf Meem Yaa for Medical Supplies and Equipment NA 17.03% 18.37% ★★★★★★ MOBI Industry 6.50% 5.60% 24.00% ★★★★★★ Saudi Azm for Communication and Information Technology 2.07% 16.18% 21.11% ★★★★★★ Nofoth Food Products NA 15.75% 27.63% ★★★★★★ National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) NA 14.55% 29.05% ★★★★★☆ Etihad Atheeb Telecommunication 10.29% 36.24% 62.32% ★★★★★☆ National Corporation for Tourism and Hotels 19.25% 0.67% 4.89% ★★★★☆☆ National Environmental Recycling 69.43% 43.47% 32.77% ★★★★☆☆ Saudi Chemical Holding 79.49% 16.57% 44.01% ★★★★☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 224 stocks from our Middle Eastern Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener. Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: Najran Cement Company is involved in the manufacture and sale of cement products within Saudi Arabia, with a market capitalization of SAR14.20 billion. Operations: Najran Cement generates revenue primarily from the manufacturing of cement, amounting to SAR531.62 million. The company's financial performance is reflected in its net profit margin trends over recent periods. Najran Cement, a smaller player in the cement industry, has shown robust earnings growth of 53.6% over the past year, outpacing its peers in the Basic Materials sector. The company boasts a satisfactory net debt to equity ratio of 13.2%, having improved from 19.8% five years ago, indicating prudent financial management. Despite consistent earnings quality and free cash flow positivity, recent quarterly results showed slight dips with sales at SAR 135 million and net income at SAR 17 million compared to last year's figures. Its price-to-earnings ratio stands attractively below the Saudi Arabian market average at 21x versus 21.6x. Dive into the specifics of Najran Cement here with our thorough health report. Examine Najran Cement's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: Qualitau Ltd specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling test equipment and services for the semiconductor industry, primarily targeting European and Far-Eastern markets, with a market cap of ₪1.77 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of electronic components and parts, totaling $46.25 million. Qualitau stands out with a debt-free balance sheet, showcasing robust financial health. Its earnings surged by 13.1% over the past year, surpassing the Semiconductor industry's growth of 12.8%, indicating strong operational performance. The company boasts high-quality earnings and remains free cash flow positive, with levered free cash flow reaching US$12.13 million as of September 2024. However, its share price has been highly volatile in recent months, which could be a concern for risk-averse investors. Despite this volatility, Qualitau's consistent profitability and industry-leading growth suggest promising potential for future value creation in the semiconductor sector. Navigate through the intricacies of Qualitau with our comprehensive health report here. Learn about Qualitau's historical performance. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Villar International Ltd., with a market cap of ₪3.79 billion, operates in the acquisition, development, and construction of real estate properties both in Israel and internationally through its subsidiaries. Operations: Villar International generates revenue primarily from the rental of buildings (₪253.53 million) and the provision of archival services (₪93.87 million), with additional income from construction activities (₪70.50 million). The company's net profit margin is not specified, but these segments contribute significantly to its financial performance. Villar International, a nimble player in the real estate sector, showcases robust fundamentals with a net debt to equity ratio of 6.1%, reflecting prudent financial management. Its earnings surged 42.3% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 32.4%. Despite a significant one-off gain of ₪232 million impacting recent results, Villar's price-to-earnings ratio stands at an attractive 10.9x against the IL market's 16.2x. The company also boasts strong interest coverage at 13.4 times EBIT and has successfully reduced its debt to equity from 30.1% to 12.4% over five years, highlighting effective leverage management strategies. Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Villar International stock in this health report. Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Villar International's's past performance. Investigate our full lineup of 224 Middle Eastern Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals right here. 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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. Companies discussed in this article include SASE:3002 TASE:QLTU and TASE:VILR. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ 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
Argaam
16-06-2025
- Business
- Argaam
Najran Cement completes 4.25M share buyback in Q1 2025
Najran Cement Co. said in a statement to Tadawul that it completed the first phase of its share buy-back process during the first half of 2025, and it will continue the buyback process during the second half of 2025, based on market conditions at the time. Najran Cement repurchased 4.25 million shares, or 2.50% of the company's outstanding shares, at SAR 35.855 million, or SAR 8.44 each. The company's board of directors recommended, on Sept. 25, buying back up to a maximum of 17 million treasury shares, Argaam reported. The buyback will be financed from the company's own resources using cash reserves or credit facilities.
Zawya
17-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Najran Cement records 24% surge in net profits during 2024
Riyadh – Najran Cement Company achieved SAR 68.42 million in net profit as of 31 December 2024, higher by 24.05% year-on-year (YoY) than SAR 55.16 million. Revenues hiked by 10.06% to SAR 534.50 million last year from SAR 485.65 million in 2023, according to the financial statements. Meanwhile, the earnings per share (EPS) climbed to SAR 0.40 in 2024 from SAR 0.32 a year earlier. The higher net profits were attributed to a growth in sales and an improvement in gross margin, despite the increase in the expenses and finance cost. In the nine-month period that ended on 30 September 2024, Najran Cement posted 6.72% lower net profits at SAR 46.97 million, compared to SAR 50.36 million a year earlier. Source: Mubasher All Rights Reserved - Mubasher Info © 2005 - 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Mubasher
