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JSW Cement: Motilal Oswal Maintains 'Neutral' Stance Despite Target Price Revision — Explained
JSW Cement continues to benefit from its unique and highly differentiated GGBS franchise, which remains a key competitive moat.
APL Apollo, Star Cement Among Stocks Trading Below Historical Valuations With Up To 36% Upside
An NDTV Profit analysis of Bloomberg data shows six stocks now trade below their five-year average valuations despite buy ratings exceeding 65% and upside potential of as much as 35.9%.
India's Economy Shows Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty, Driven by Strong Domestic Demand and Services Exports
The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for manufacturing rose to a four-month high of 56.9 in February 2026 while the services PMI stood at 58.1. This indicates sustained expansion across both sectors. Industrial activity was supported by strong performance in domestic demand-driven segments such as steel and cement, with steel production growing by 7.2% and cement output by 9.3% in February 2026. This reflects continued infrastructure momentum and public capital expenditure support.
Stocks to buy today: Analyst recommends LTM, JSW Cement; check targets
Stocks to buy today: Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities has recommended two stocks for today - LTM and JSW Cement.
Buy, Sell Or Hold: Kaynes Tech, HCL Tech, Techno Electric, MRPL, J K Cement — Ask Profit
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Can JK Cement’s industry-leading volume growth earn brownie points as cost pressures rise?
JK Cement has showcased remarkable growth with a 13% year-on-year increase in grey cement volumes for Q4FY26, surpassing the industry average. The company's expansion in central and eastern India is a key driver for its success. However, rising costs pose challenges ahead.
Strong revenue growth fails to shield India Inc margins in March quarter
Corporate India's March 2026 quarter results showed a mixed performance. While revenues grew strongly, input cost inflation and a weaker rupee squeezed operating margins. Sectors like automobiles and banking saw robust growth, but cement and oil faced challenges. Future performance hinges on monsoon predictions and cost management strategies.
Gainers & Losers: LIC, Max Healthcare among 7 big movers on Monday
Domestic equity markets extended gains for a third straight session. LIC, Vodafone Idea, Eicher Motors and Titagarh Rail Systems surged, while JSW Cement and Max Healthcare declined.
JSW Cement shares fall 2% after jumping 14% in two days. Should you buy, sell or hold?
JSW Cement shares declined after a sharp post-results rally despite the company reporting a strong jump in March quarter profit and steady revenue growth. Brokerages remained optimistic on the company’s long-term growth prospects, supported by expansion plans, cost-saving initiatives and robust volume guidance, although near-term demand softness and cost pressures remain concerns.
Brokerages Turn Bearish On Ramco Cement Among Rapid Market Share Loss — Check Target Price
Operational woes and market share losses have left brokerages bearish on the stock.
Cement makers expect 7-8% growth in FY27 despite West Asia headwinds
Indian cement companies anticipate strong growth of 7-8 per cent in FY27. Government infrastructure projects and housing demand are key drivers. Companies are increasing capital expenditure to support this expansion. Despite rising fuel costs and geopolitical concerns, the sector remains optimistic about its long-term growth trajectory.
JK Cement Q4 Results: Revenue rises, but margin pressure weighs on profit
JK Cement reported lower fourth-quarter profit as margin pressure offset strong revenue and volume growth, while the company expanded capacity and announced a final dividend for FY26.