Typically, Q4 is a volume-driven quarter, while Q1 is price-driven for the cement industry.
(Representative image. Source: Envato)
On a standalone basis, ACC is expected to report better numbers led by its significant presence in key markets where prices were stronger in Q1 FY26 (East/South/North - 25%/24%/22%; price growth - 10%/13%/3%). On a consolidated basis, Birla Corp is expected to report a mixed set of numbers.