UltraTech Cement Ltd

This has led to increased production capacity of 1.4 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The company has achieved an additional capacity of 0.6 MTPA at its gridint unit based at Nagpur, Maharashtra. Further, the gridint unit at Panipat and Jhajjar in the state of Haryana have individually achieved additional capacites of 0.4 MTPA. Consequent to the above, the company's total domestic grey cement manufacturing capacity stands at 184.76 MTPA. Alongwith its overseas capacity of 5.4 MTPA, the company's global capacity stands at 190.16 MTPA. UltraTech Cement is the cement flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group. It is the third-largest cement producer in the world, outside of China, with a consolidated grey cement capacity of 190.16 MTPA. The cement major's consolidated net profit rose 9.92% to Rs 2,482.04 crore on a 12.95% increase in revenue from operations to Rs 23,063.32 crore in Q4 FY25 over Q4 FY24. Net sales stood at Rs 22,788 crore for the quarter, reflecting a 13.55% increase from Rs 20,069 crore in the same period last year. The scrip added 0.39% to currently trade at Rs 11688 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

UltraTech Cement announced that as part of its capacity expansion programs, the company has identified several opportunities for debottlenecking and enhancing efficiency at various location. Some of these initiatives have been successfully completed and stabilized, leading to an increased production capacity of 1.4 mtpa, as outlined below: 1. Nagpur grinding unit - 0.6 mtpa capacity added 2. Panipat grinding unit - 0.4 mtpa capacity added 3. Jhajjar grinding unit - 0.4 mtpa capacity added Consequent to the above, the Company's total domestic grey cement manufacturing capacity stands at 184.76 mtpa. Alongwith its overseas capacity of 5.4 mtpa, the Company's global capacity stands at 190.16 mtpa. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Net profit of UltraTech Cement rose 9.92% to Rs 2482.04 crore in the quarter ended March 2025 as against Rs 2258.12 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024. Sales rose 12.95% to Rs 23063.32 crore in the quarter ended March 2025 as against Rs 20418.94 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024. For the full year,net profit declined 13.79% to Rs 6039.11 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against Rs 7005.00 crore during the previous year ended March 2024. Sales rose 7.12% to Rs 75955.13 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against Rs 70908.14 crore during the previous year ended March 2024. ParticularsQuarter EndedYear EndedMar. 2025Mar. 2024% Var.Mar. 2025Mar. 2024% Var. Sales23063.3220418.94 13 75955.1370908.14 7 OPM %19.9820.15 -16.5218.29 - PBDT4234.763997.44 6 11640.5112639.52 -8 PBT3110.193182.52 -2 7625.569494.22 -20 NP2482.042258.12 10 6039.117005.00 -14 Powered by Capital Market - Live

Net sales stood at Rs 22,788 crore for the quarter, reflecting a 13.55% increase from Rs 20,069 crore in the same period last year. Profit before tax (PBT) for Q4 FY25 was Rs 3,100.84 crore, marking a slight decline of 0.31% from Rs 3,110.52 crore in Q4 FY24. EBITDA was recorded at Rs 4,721 crore, reflecting a growth of 11.08% compared to Rs 4,250 crore in Q4 FY24. Profit before interest, depreciation, and tax (PBIDT) stood at Rs 4,721 crore in Q4 FY25, registering growth of 11.08% from Rs 4,250 crore reported in Q4 FY24. On operational metrics, the company achieved a capacity utilization rate of 89% in Q4 FY25, with energy costs decreasing by 14% YoY, primarily due to a reduction in fuel costs. UltraTech reported consolidated sales volumes of 41.02 million metric tons for the quarter, a 17% increase. Excluding acquired assets, the operating EBITDA per metric ton was Rs 1,270, indicating a 7% year-over-year growth and a 32% quarter-over-quarter increase. Additionally, the company surpassed 1 GW of renewable energy installations, making UltraTech one of the first industrial firms in India to achieve 1 gigawatt of renewable energy capacity for its own use. The company's capacity expansion program is on track, with the commissioning of 17.40 mtpa of capacity across multiple locations during FY25. Notably, UltraTech also inaugurated its first bulk terminal in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, with a capacity of 1.8 mtpa. The firm's domestic grey cement capacity now stands at 183.36 mtpa, with a total consolidated capacity of 188.76 mtpa, including its overseas capacity of 5.4 mtpa. As India's leading cement player, UltraTech is well-positioned to drive the country's growth trajectory. Meanwhile, the board of directors of the company recommended a dividend of Rs 77.50 per equity share of face value Rs 10 each. UltraTech Cement is the cement flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group. It is the third-largest cement producer in the world, outside of China, with a consolidated grey cement capacity of 154.86 mtpa. Shares of UltraTech Cement shed 0.93% to Rs 12,122.60 on the BSE.Powered by Capital Market - Live

UltraTech Cement announced that the Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held on 28 April 2025, inter alia, have recommended the final dividend of Rs 77.5 per equity Share (i.e. 775%) , subject to the approval of the shareholders.Powered by Capital Market - Live

UltraTech Cement has allotted 1,761 equity shares under ESOS on 17 April 2025. On allotment, the equity share capital of the Company stands increased to 29,46,79,171 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each aggregating to Rs. 2,94,67,91,710/-.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The move, involving an investment of up to Rs 25.50 crore, is part of UltraTech's strategy to meet its green energy requirements, the company added. The firm stated that it has entered into an energy supply agreement, share subscription, and shareholder agreements to facilitate the acquisition. This initiative is also expected to help UltraTech optimize energy costs and meet regulatory norms related to captive power consumption under electricity laws. AMPIN C&I Power Eight, incorporated on 29 January 2025, is a special-purpose vehicle created for developing a 75 MWp DC/50 MW AC solar power project in Sindhari village, Balotara district, Rajasthan. UltraTech, valued at $8.4 billion, is the world's third-largest cement producer outside of China, with a total consolidated grey cement capacity of 183.06 MTPA. UltraTech, an Aditya Birla group entity, is the market leader in Indian cement industry with 177.7 MPTA grey cement capacity as on 1 March 2025 with pan-India presence. On a consolidated basis, net profit of UltraTech Cement declined 17.30% to Rs 1469.51 crore while net sales rose 2.71% to Rs 17193.33 crore in Q3 December 2024 over Q3 December 2023. Shares of UltraTech Cement fell 0.53% to Rs 11,665 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

The company has executed a share purchase agreement with the existing shareholders of Wonder WallCare. The deal is expected to close in the next 90 days, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and compliances. Wonder WallCare is engaged in the manufacturing of wall putty and related products. It had recorded a turnover of Rs 78.61 crore in FY24. This acquisition gives UltraTech, access to a new 6 lac MT per annum manufacturing plant for wall putty and related products at Rajsamand - Nathdwara, Rajasthan. The plant is situated at the pithead of large high quality raw material reserves, and in close proximity to the company's existing putty manufacturing facilities in Rajasthan. Constructed in 2022-23, this plant is one of the largest single location putty manufacturing sites in India, with a capability to ramp up its capacities in future. This acquisition will help the company expand its putty and value-added products' production capacity, in the highly competitive and fragmented putty manufacturing market in India, UltraTech Cement said in a statement. UltraTech, an Aditya Birla group entity, is the market leader in Indian cement industry with 177.7 MPTA grey cement capacity as on 1 March 2025 with pan-India presence. On a consolidated basis, net profit of UltraTech Cement declined 17.30% to Rs 1469.51 crore while net sales rose 2.71% to Rs 17193.33 crore in Q3 December 2024 over Q3 December 2023. The scrip shed 0.52% to currently trade at Rs 11547.50 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

The Board of UltraTech Cement at its meeting held on 03 April 2025 has approved the purchase of 100% equity of Wonder WallCare at an Enterprise Value not exceeding Rs. 235 crore. The Company has executed a Share Purchase Agreement with the existing shareholders of Wonder WallCare. The deal is expected to close in the next 90 days, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and compliances. This acquisition gives UltraTech, access to a new state-of-the-art 6 lac MT per annum manufacturing plant for wall putty and related products at Rajsamand - Nathdwara, Rajasthan. The plant is situated at the pithead of large high quality raw material reserves, and in close proximity to the Company's existing putty manufacturing facilities in Rajasthan. Constructed in 2022-23, this plant is one of the largest single location putty manufacturing sites in India, with a capability to ramp up its capacities in future. This acquisition will help the Company expand its putty and Value-Added Products' production capacity, in the highly competitive and fragmented putty manufacturing market in India.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The firm raised its target price to Rs 13,000 from Rs 9,000, expecting a strong demand rebound in the next fiscal year. The brokerage noted that industry consolidation favors market leaders, while factors like housing upcycle and revival in government-led capital expenditure will boost demand. Cost reductions through renewable energy, improved logistics through mergers, and lower freight expenses could further strengthen the sector's profitability. UltraTech, an Aditya Birla group entity, is the market leader in Indian cement industry with 177.7 MPTA grey cement capacity as on 1 March 2025 with pan-India presence. On a consolidated basis, net profit of UltraTech Cement declined 17.30% to Rs 1469.51 crore while net sales rose 2.71% to Rs 17193.33 crore in Q3 December 2024 over Q3 December 2023. Powered by Capital Market - Live