The company’s revenue stood at ₹23,063 crore in the January to March quarter, a growth of 13% from ₹20,419 crore last year. A CNBC-TV18 poll of analysts had projected the Q4 revenue to come in at ₹23,505 crore.
UltraTech’s EBITDA saw growth of 12.6% to ₹4,618 crore from ₹4,114 crore it reported during the December quarter.
EBITDA margin saw a contraction of 20 basis points on a year-on-year basis to 20% from 20.2% earlier.
The company recommended dividend of 775% at ₹77.50 per equity share on face value of ₹10 each for the financial year ended March 31, 2025.
This will result in an outgo of ₹2,283.75 crore for the company and will be taxed at the hands of shareholders. No record date has been shared by the company for the said payout so far.
This will be subject to approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the company.
Given the government’s focus on infrastructure and housing projects, alongwith increased rural and urban demand, a sustainable volume growth of 7- 8% is expected, going forward, the management said.
While the sector may face short-term challenges, the long-term outlook is indicating signs of improvement with stable demand likely to support growth, UltraTech Cement said in an exchange filing.
UltraTech’s expansion program is progressing as per schedule. As part of its ongoing capacity expansion program, UltraTech commissioned 17.40 mtpa capacity across several locations in the country during FY25. It also set up its first bulk terminal in Uttar Pradesh at Lucknow with a capacity to handle 1.8 mtpa of cement.
Following the earnings announcement, shares of UltraTech Cement Ltd. were trading 1.63% lower at ₹12,038. The stock is up 5% so far in 2025.
First Published: Apr 28, 2025 3:19 PM IST
