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UltraTech stays Avvashya Capital's top pick as Ambuja, Shree shift focus to profitability
Avvashya Capital Fund Manager Mangesh Bhadang believes the Indian cement industry is finally becoming more disciplined after years of aggressive capacity expansion. He said leading players such as Ambuja Cements and Shree Cement are now shifting focus towards profitability as weak pricing and lower returns continue to pressure the sector. Bhadang continues to prefer UltraTech Cement, citing its strong execution, consistent volume growth and industry-leading profitability. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Shree Cement shares jump 4% even as Q4 profit drops 8%. Why Nomura, Elara, other brokerages remain bullish
Shree Cement shares rose nearly 4% despite an 8% dip in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 526 crore. Revenue, however, climbed 10% to Rs 6,1010 crore, with sales volumes showing significant year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter growth. Brokerages remain bullish, citing strong volume growth and dividend payouts.
Aditya Birla Capital up 5% on healthy Q4; brokerages eye up to 24% upside
Aditya Birla Capital reported a 30.6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth in its consolidated net profit to ₹1,129.16 crore, as compared to ₹864.64 crore in the year-ago period
Ambuja Cements Q4 net profit surges 37%
Ambuja Cements announced strong March quarter earnings. Net profit surged over 37 percent year-on-year. This growth was significantly boosted by a substantial tax credit. Sales volume reached an all-time high, alongside record revenue. The company noted ongoing cost pressures from fuel and packaging. These challenges are expected to persist into the first half of FY27.
Earnings Boom: 10 stocks with over 100% profit growth in Q4FY26
Several Nifty 500 companies reported over 100% year-on-year net profit growth in Q4FY26, reflecting strong earnings momentum. Firms like Eternal, India Cements, Kajaria Ceramics, and Chennai Petroleum led gains, showcasing improved profitability across sectors including finance, banking, and manufacturing.
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Q4 results: Cons PAT drops 18% YoY; co announces Rs 25.50/share dividend, stock surges 6%
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC reported an 18% year-on-year decline in Q4 profit, even as revenue saw modest growth. The company announced a Rs 25.50 dividend per share. Despite weak earnings and higher expenses, the stock gained nearly 6%, supported by investor sentiment and stable AUM performance.
Right policies can help bring idle household gold into the market
Indians hold significant idle gold. Unlocking this gold could ease economic pressure by reducing reliance on imports. A two-year-old brand, Indriya Aditya Birla Jewellery, sees increased gold exchange contributing to sales. The company focuses on design and quality, catering to women of all ages. Indriya also plans to expand its natural diamond business, seeing growth potential in the Indian market.
Too early to see shift from equities to FDs: Federal Bank CEO KVS Manian
Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on the sidelines of the 21st India Business Leader Awards, KVS Manian, MD and CEO of Federal Bank, said it is too early to see investors moving money from equities back to fixed deposits. A Balasubramanian, MD and CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, added that mutual fund investors continue to see healthy three- and five-year returns, helping keep inflows steady despite recent market volatility.
Ambuja Cements Shares In Focus As Motilal Oswal Maintains 'Buy'; Sees Up To 33% Upside — Check Target Price
Motilal Oswal remains positive on Ambuja Cements as the company sharply scales up its long-term expansion roadmap and shifts decisively toward organic growth
India's core sector grows at 4% in Jan-26, Steel and Cement production surges
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 4.0 per cent (provisional) in January, 2026 as compared to the Index in January, 2025. Growth has eased from a revised 4.7% in December. The production of Cement, Steel, Electricity, Fertilizer and Coal recorded positive growth in January, 2026. The Eight Core Industries comprise 40.27 percent of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The final growth rate of Index of Eight Core Industries for December 2025 was observed at 4.7 per cent. The cumulative growth rate of ICI during April to January, 2025-26 is 2.8 per cent (provisional) as compared to the corresponding period of last year.
Stock Picks Today: JSW Cement, ICICI AMC, Lenskart And More On Brokerages' Radar
Investec and Motilal Oswal have initiated a buy rating on JSW Cement and Lenskart, respectively.
Neutral Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail; target of Rs 65: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal recommended Neutral rating on Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail with a target price of Rs 65 in its research report dated May 26, 2026.