Misr Cement (Qena) stock price and financial data

Issuer profile

Misr Cement Company SAE is an Egypt-based construction materials business in the basic materials sector, listed on the Egyptian Exchange under ticker MCQE.CA. Misr Cement Co SAE is an Egypt-based company engaged in manufacturing and marketing of cement and cement-related products in Egypt and abroad. In addition, Misr Cement Company SAE is involved in the production and distribution of construction materials, as well s dealing in all types of construction supplies and equipment. During 2011, Misr Cement Company SAE produced around 1,776 million tons of clinker and around 1,920 million tons of cement. As of December 31, 2011, Misr Cement Company SAE held 20% stake in South Upper Egypt for Plastic Bags Manufacturing and 45% stake in Asec Ready Mix Concrete Company. Its investment profile is best assessed through commodity inputs, production efficiency, export and domestic demand, working capital, and energy-cost exposure. Key analysis points include business model clarity, durability of revenue sources, cost control, cash conversion, leverage, shareholder structure, and the consistency of public disclosures over time.