A naukri.com initiative
Bloomberg Quint
21h
14
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Large Cement Makers Report Volume Growth In Q4, Expect To Continue Momentum In FY26
- Large cement companies reported volume growth in the March 2025 quarter and anticipate improved performance in fiscal 2026.
- Key cement firms like UltraTech, Ambuja Cements, ACC, Shree Cements, and Dalmia Bharat maintained 7 to 7.5% growth in the industry for 2025.
- Despite positive growth, concerns exist over geopolitical tensions and changing trade dynamics.
- Cement makers saw volume gains ranging from 3.5% to 10% in the March quarter with enhanced capacity utilization.
- While input costs like coal, petcoke, and diesel were lower, sales realizations faced challenges.
- Average cement prices in India were around Rs 350 per 50 kg bag in March 2025.
- Cement prices in fiscal 2025 declined by 7% year-on-year to Rs 340 per bag, reflecting market trends.
- Operating margins for cement companies are expected to improve in fiscal 2026, aided by slight price hikes and stable input costs.
- The industry is experiencing consolidation, with larger players acquiring smaller firms for growth.
- Key players like UltraTech, Ambuja Cements, and Shree Cements reported significant sales volumes and strategies for growth in fiscal 2026.
Read Full Article
Like
For uninterrupted reading, download the app