HUBCO: Strong Operational Progress Amid Lower Profits Due to PPA Changes – Q1 2025 Directors’ Report
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Financially, consolidated net profit stood at Rs. 34,249 million (EPS: Rs. 26.40), down from Rs. 49,547 million (EPS: Rs. 38.20) in the same quarter last year, primarily due to the termination and amendment of PPAs for the Hub and Narowal Plants. Unconsolidated net profit was Rs. 18,566 million (EPS: Rs. 14.31), compared to Rs. 21,958 million (EPS: Rs. 16.93) last year, mainly due to the same PPA termination, though partially offset by increased dividend income and lower finance costs.
Operational highlights included continued power generation across multiple plants, with notable output from TN (1,300 GWh at 66% load factor) and TEL (1,102 GWh at 56%).
In the exploration and production segment, the Company progressed with the South West Miano III block, having secured JV budget and begun preparations for drilling, while continuing to explore further opportunities.
On the growth front, Mega Motor Company launched BYD experience centers in major cities and is working toward a local assembly plant for electric vehicles. HUBCO Green partnered with PSO and APL to establish a national network of EV charging stations. Additionally, HPHL is evaluating new energy projects and has signed an MoU with PSO to explore a Single Point Mooring system and oil terminal in Hub, Balochistan.