Introduction

Ismail family has been associated with biscuit industry since 1950s. However in
1988, Ismail Industries Limited (IIL) emerged on the business scene of Pakistan and
has been expanding its horizons in multiple industries ever since. From delightful
treats to raw materials, Ismail Industries offers a broad spectrum of products to its
consumers and corporate customers.
The journey started from CandyLand, the first division of this group, which is not
only a star performer for the group but also a leader of the industry in confectionery
products. The next major milestone was 2002 when Bisconni came into existence.
This project had the vision of providing the finest quality biscuits in Pakistan.
Bisconni has grown to become the leader in the value added cookies category in
Pakistan. In 2006, Snackcity was incorporated with the vision of becoming a leading
player in the snacks industry of Pakistan. Astro Films was incorporated in 2004 and
is now renowned manufacture of CPP, BOPET films. We are the pioneers in BOPET
category and have recently imported state of the art plant from Germany what will
strengthen our artillery.

During the Year 2015

The company has delivered growth in gross sales by 14%, profit after tax improved
by 27% and earnings per share increased by 27% compared to last year, based on a
positive change in the mix and better cost absorption and saving initiatives.
Food Segment Operations
This segment consists of three divisions, which are CandyLand, Bisconni and
Snackcity. Overall performance of this segment has been very healthy, with 18%
increase in turnover.
Plastic Film Segment
The plastic film segment has been under pressure due to rapid fluctuations in raw
material prices and availability throughout the year. These fluctuations were driven
by the steep drop in oil prices, leading to force majeure closure of various resin
production units, which is the primary raw material for this segment.
Further Equity Investment in Associated Company The Bank of Khyber
With the injection to participate in growing banking industry of the country, the
company has made further long term investment of RS. 1516 million in the Bank of
Khyber (BOK), an associated company by way of an additional acquisition of
155,489,228 shares which represents 15.55% of the total paid-up capital of the
BOK, prior to this, company holds 86,149,803 shares 8.61%. Now the company has
24.16% shareholding in the BOK. The BOK has shown remarkable increase in
profitability over the past three years and is expected to increase in the fourth
coming years thereby increasing the profitability of the company as well, which
resultantly enhance the capability to pay better return to our shareholders.
Presently, BOK has paid 10% cash dividend for the year ended December 31, 2014.

Dividend
The company announced the cash dividend of 60% (RS. 6/- per share) for the year
2015.