Ambuja Cements Ltd., a subsidiary of the Adani Group, has unveiled its fourth quarter earnings report for the fiscal year, revealing a profit of ₹1,282.24 crore. This figure represents a 15.71% decline from the ₹1,521.21 crore recorded during the same quarter of FY24. Despite the drop in profit, the company’s revenue from operations surged to ₹9,802.47 crore, marking an 11.58% increase compared to ₹8,785.28 crore during the previous year’s fourth quarter.

Standalone Performance Highlights

On a standalone basis, Ambuja Cements showcased impressive results with a profit of ₹928.88 crore, reflecting a substantial 74.51% growth from ₹532.29 crore in the same period last year.

• Consolidated volumes for the quarter reached 18.7 million tonnes, the highest in any quarter to date, representing a 13% increase.
• The company successfully reduced its kiln fuel costs by 14%.
• Green power’s share in total power consumption rose by 10.5 percentage points.

Ambuja Cements attributes its robust performance to higher sales volumes and enhanced operational efficiency across its business segments.

Leadership Insights

Vinod Bahety, the Whole Time Director and CEO, expressed pride in the company’s achievements, stating, "This year marks a historic milestone in the journey of Ambuja Cements as we cross the 100 MTPA capacity. We are also advancing organic expansions nationwide, aiming for 118 MTPA capacity by FY 2026 and 140 MTPA by 2028. This milestone signifies our ambition, resilience, and purpose."

The company also reported a net worth increase of ₹12,969 crore, bringing the total to ₹63,811 crore. Additionally, cash and cash equivalents reached ₹10,125 crore, with business-level working capital maintained at 28 days, highlighting the firm’s liquidity management.

Dividend Declaration

In a recent board meeting, Ambuja Cements proposed a dividend of ₹2.00 per fully paid equity share for the financial year 2024-25. The record date for this dividend has been set for June 13, 2025, with payments expected after July 1, 2025, subject to applicable tax deductions.

Market Outlook

Looking ahead, Ambuja Cements anticipates a 6.5-7% growth in cement consumption for Q4 FY25, driven by increased construction activity, rural demand, and government spending. The cumulative growth for FY25 is projected between 4-5%.

The company expects cement demand to continue benefiting from government investments in infrastructure and housing, with growth projections for FY26 ranging from 7% to 8%.

Vinod Bahety emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting India’s infrastructure development, stating, "As India builds the foundation for a $10 Trillion economy, we are dedicated to our role in fostering growth, connecting communities, and promoting sustainability."

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