Islamabad, Apr 22, 2025: Cement prices across Pakistan continue to shift as supply chain pressures, regional logistics, and market dynamics evolve.
With construction activity picking up nationwide, especially in housing and infrastructure development, builders and developers are keeping a close eye on cement rate fluctuations.
The latest figures shared by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) for the week ending April 17, 2025, reveal a steady increase in prices in northern regions, while southern parts showed minor downward corrections.
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Latest Cement Prices Across Major Cities in Pakistan
| Region | City | Price per 50-kg Bag (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Northern | Lahore | 1,497 |
| Bahawalpur | 1,470 | |
| Gujranwala | 1,440 | |
| Sialkot | 1,440 | |
| Islamabad | 1,387 | |
| Rawalpindi | 1,379 | |
| Faisalabad | 1,430 | |
| Sargodha | 1,400 | |
| Multan | 1,429 | |
| Peshawar | 1,400 | |
| Bannu | 1,400 | |
| Southern | Sukkur | 1,450 |
| Quetta | 1,450 | |
| Larkana | 1,416 | |
| Hyderabad | 1,337 | |
| Khuzdar | 1,337 | |
| Karachi | 1,313 |
Industry specialists point to rising fuel prices, freight costs, and regional demand patterns as core reasons for the current price landscape.
Northern cities, especially Lahore and Bahawalpur, are seeing stronger demand due to rapid urban development, leading to higher rates.
On the other hand, cities like Karachi are benefitting from better port access and logistics, resulting in more affordable prices.
As the second quarter of 2025 progresses, these cement price trends are expected to influence the cost structure of residential and infrastructure projects across the country.
