Cement Q3 Results Preview- Structurally Positive; Motilal Oswal Lists Ambuja, UltraTech, JK Cement As Top Pick

There are signs of recovery in cement demand after the festive seasons, and Motilal Oswal estimate industry volume growth of ~8-9% YoY in H2 FY25.

Cement prices have also experienced an upward trend, driven by MoM price hikes of ~3-5% (Rs 10-15/bag) in December 2024 across regions.. (Source: freepik)

Motilal Oswal estimates its cement coverage universe to report a volume growth of ~8% YoY in Q3 FY25, supported by a low base, pent-up demand, and a pickup in construction activities.

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After a subdued demand growth of ~1-2% YoY in H1 FY25, cement demand has improved in Q3 FY25. However, regional headwinds such as pollution-related curbs in Delhi-NCR, scarcity of sand, and other aggregates in Odisha; and unfavorable weather conditions (severe cold and unseasonal rains) in certain regions during the quarter have weighed on overall demand growth.

We estimate our cement coverage universe to report a volume growth of ~8% YoY in Q3 FY25, supported by a low base, pent-up demand, and a pickup in construction activities.

We estimate an average grinding capacity utilization of ~75% versus ~76%/70% in Q3 FY24/Q2 FY25.

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