The company's prime focus is to deliver performance through excellence in the field of exploration, drilling and production of crude oil and gas. In 2005, the company acquired a 25% share in National Refinery Limited, which is the only refining complex in the country producing fuel products and lube base oils. As a subsidiary of The Attock Oil Company Limited, POL benefits from nearly a century of industry heritage and integrated energy infrastructure.
Cyborg Score Rationale
POL provided a dividend yield of 12.71% in 2025 with a 92.72% payout ratio, compared to 19.39% yield and 71.72% payout ratio the prior year. The company demonstrates stable operations with 663 employees as of March 2, 2026, and benefits from integrated E&P operations and strategic refinery shareholding in a resource-dependent economy.
Top Insights
Strong dividend payer: 12.71% yield in 2025 with high 92.72% payout ratio signals maturity and shareholder focus
Integrated energy portfolio: E&P operations combined with LPG manufacturing (POLGAS), crude transportation pipelines, and 25% refinery stake
Market leadership position: Pioneer in Pakistan E&P since 1915 with decade-long independent investment history since 1978
Efficient cost structure: Executing cost-effective and well-organized E&P operations by adopting advanced technology to increase operating efficiency
Named Competitors
Exploration and Production — State-owned E&P competitor
Exploration and Production — Major state-owned E&P operator
LPG Distribution — Alternative energy distribution
Recent Developments
(Q3 2025) Net income grew from 5.89B PKR to 6.51B PKR sequentially
(2025) Maintained strong dividend yield of 12.71% with rising payout ratios reflecting mature cash generation
(March 2026) Company active on Pakistan Stock Exchange with stable operational workforce of 663 employees
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