UltraTech Cement Ltd's Q1FY26 Quarter Results
- 22 Jul 2025
Result Summary
- UltraTech Cement Ltd reported a 4.4% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1FY26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 17.7%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 5.9% QoQ and 14.1% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 1.7% QoQ and increased 31.0% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of UltraTech Cement Ltd stood at 75.6 during Q1FY26.
Financial Statments for Q1FY26
| (₹ crores) | Q1FY26 | Q4FY25 | Q1FY25 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 21455.68 | 20554.55 | 18235.30 | 4.4% | 17.7% |
Total Expenses | 18405.19 | 17381.09 | 16128.37 | 5.9% | 14.1% |
Profit Before Tax | 3012.11 | 3101.46 | 2139.43 | -2.9% | 40.8% |
Tax | 786.89 | 851.94 | 447.10 | -7.6% | 76.0% |
Profit After Tax | 2220.91 | 2258.58 | 1695.22 | -1.7% | 31.0% |
Earnings Per Share | 75.60 | 78.30 | 58.80 | -3.4% | 28.6% |
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Company Overview
UltraTech Cement Ltd is a leading manufacturer in the cement industry, known for its comprehensive portfolio of high-quality cement products. As part of the Aditya Birla Group, the company is a major player in the building materials sector in India and has a significant presence in other countries as well. Its product offerings include grey cement, white cement, and ready-mix concrete, catering to both residential and commercial construction needs. UltraTech Cement is noted for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative solutions in cement production. Recent years have seen the company invest in expanding its production capacity and enhancing operational efficiencies to meet increasing demand. However, specific recent developments from the last quarter are not available.
Revenue
For Q1FY26, UltraTech Cement Ltd reported a total income of ₹21,455.68 crores, marking a 4.4% increase from the previous quarter (Q4FY25), where the total income was ₹20,554.55 crores. When compared year-over-year (YoY), there is a significant increase of 17.7% from Q1FY25, during which the total income stood at ₹18,235.30 crores. This growth in revenue highlights the company’s ability to generate higher sales from its product offerings over the observed periods. The revenue figures suggest robust sales and market demand for UltraTech's products.
Profitability
The profitability of UltraTech Cement Ltd during Q1FY26 experienced slight fluctuations compared to the previous quarter. The profit before tax (PBT) was ₹3,012.11 crores, which represents a decrease of 2.9% from Q4FY25’s ₹3,101.46 crores. However, when looking at the year-over-year comparison, there was a substantial increase of 40.8% from Q1FY25, where PBT was ₹2,139.43 crores. The tax expense for Q1FY26 was ₹786.89 crores, down 7.6% from Q4FY25 but up 76.0% from Q1FY25. Consequently, the profit after tax (PAT) for Q1FY26 was ₹2,220.91 crores, slightly down by 1.7% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) from ₹2,258.58 crores but up 31.0% year-over-year (YoY) from ₹1,695.22 crores. Additionally, the earnings per share (EPS) decreased by 3.4% QoQ to ₹75.60, yet reflected a 28.6% increase YoY.
Operating Metrics
Examining the operating metrics, UltraTech Cement Ltd’s total expenses for Q1FY26 amounted to ₹18,405.19 crores, which is an increase of 5.9% from the previous quarter’s expenses of ₹17,381.09 crores. Year-over-year, there was a 14.1% increase in total expenses from Q1FY25’s ₹16,128.37 crores. This rise in expenses aligns with the growth in total income, indicating a scaling of operations. The company’s ability to manage its operational costs while maintaining growth in income is reflected in the financial data, despite the slight quarterly dip in profitability metrics.