Competition among the cement players, particularly in Pakistan's northern zone, and seasonal fall in demand have triggered a cement price discount. BMA Capital states that cement prices in the north have fallen by another PKR10-15/bag (US$0.09-0.14) since mid-October 2017.

The new retail price range now hovers around PKR460-500/bag, while the list price still remains at PKR510-520/bag, reflecting discounts of PKR20-50/bag.

On the other hand, prices in the south remain stable ranging from PKR580/bag to PKR605/bag.
Experts believe the recent wave of price discounts seen in the north can be attributed to the drive of local manufacturers to maintain market share amid weak (seasonal) demand.