Cementos Pacasmayo S.A.A. and subsidiaries (NYSE:CPAC) (BVL:CPACASC1)
(“the Company” or “Cementos Pacasmayo”), a Peruvian cement company,
announced today its consolidated results for the first quarter (“1Q14”)
ended March 31, 2014. These results have been prepared in accordance
with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) and are stated
in nominal Peruvian Nuevos Soles (S/.).
Financial Highlights:
It is important to note the following highlights:
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Cement sales volume increased 4.0% in 1Q14, compared to
1Q13, amount exceeding the national average of 1.4%*
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Sales increased 3.0% in 1Q14, compared to 1Q13, mainly due to a 5.9%
increase in cement sales. Ready-mix concrete sales were affected by
delays in some projects.
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Gross profit increased 0.9% in 1Q14, compared to 1Q13
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Operating profit decreased 5.5% in 1Q14, compared to
1Q13, mainly due to higher expenses related to severance payments
(nonrecurring) and increases in salaries
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Net income decreased 11.8% in 1Q14, compared to 1Q13
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Consolidated EBITDA was S/. 80.7 million in 1Q14 vs. S/. 81.3
million in 1Q13
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In March 2014, the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) for the
Phosphate Project was approved. This is an important milestone in the
development of the project and reflects the Company’s commitment to
its execution.
*Cement sales volume for 1Q14 includes the cement used for the
construction of the new Piura plant. National average figures come from
ASOCEM.
For a full version of Cementos Pacasmayo’s First Quarter 2014 Earnings
Release, please visit http://www.cementospacasmayo.com.pe/investors/
CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION:
Cementos Pacasmayo will host a conference call TOMORROW, Tuesday,
April 29, 2014, to discuss these results at 11:00 a.m. New York
time/10:00 a.m. Lima time.
To participate, please dial:
+1 800 311 9401 (From within the U.S.)
+1 334 323 7224 (All other participants)
Passcode: 26737
There will also be a live Audio Webcast of this event available at: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=98802
Acerca de Cementos Pacasmayo S.A.A.
Cementos Pacasmayo S.A.A. is a leading Peruvian cement company, and the
only cement manufacturer in the Northern region of Peru. In February
2012, the Company’s shares were listed on The New York Stock Exchange -
Euronext under the ticker symbol "CPAC". With more than 56 years of
operating history, the Company produces, distributes and sells cement
and cement-related materials, such as concrete blocks and ready-mix
concrete. Cementos Pacasmayo’s products are primarily used in
construction, which has been one of the fastest-growing segments of the
Peruvian economy in recent years. The Company also produces and sells
quicklime for use in mining operations.
For more information, please visit: http://www.cementospacasmayo.com.pe/investors/
This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These
statements are statements that are not historical facts, and are based
on management’s current view and estimates of future economic
circumstances, industry conditions, Company performance and financial
results. Also, certain reclassifications have been made to make figures
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