Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?

Capex for the current financial year (FY '25) is planned at around INR 8,000 to 9,000 crores, with a similar amount expected for FY '26 and FY '27. Overall capex commitment is approximately INR 30,000 crores, including retention money. Expansion ongoing with 4 Integrated Units (IUs) being added; each IU is around 3.5 million tons of clinker capacity. Greenfield projects such as a 6 million ton plant in Andhra Pradesh are on track with land already tied up and equipment ordered. Significant investment in green power: Waste Heat Recovery Systems (WHRS) capacity ramping up, aiming for 40-

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

UltraTech projects industry growth of around 7-8% for the current financial year. The company expects its own volume growth to be in double digits for the full year. In Q1, UltraTech’s volume growth was around 6-6.5%, while industry growth was estimated at 3-3.5%. Demand outlook is supported by strong rural markets and infrastructure activities expected to pick up in coming quarters. New capacity additions of 16 million tons planned for the current year, about 40% of total industry additions, supporting growth. Expansion projects including greenfield projects in Andhra Pradesh are on track to

Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?

Industry growth expected at around 7-8% for the year, with UltraTech aiming for double-digit volume growth. Capacity utilization currently around 85%, indicating healthy demand absorption despite new capacity additions. Incremental supply is projected to chase incremental demand, supporting volume and earnings growth. Cost reduction target revised upwards to over INR 300 per ton, driven by lead distance reduction and logistics efficiencies, aiding margin improvement. Expansion plans are on track with 16 million tons of new capacity commissioning this year, 40% of which is UltraTech’s a

UltraTech Cement LtdQ1 FY25Cement & Cement Products

UltraTech Cement Ltd Q1 FY25 Earnings Call Analysis

Revenue, margin, capex, fundraise and order book outlook from management commentary.

Price: ₹10,710P/E: 38.1Market Cap: ₹3.3L CrSector: Cement & Cement Products

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Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

N/A

Capex

Yes

1 of 3 growth signals are positive — mixed outlook.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3

UltraTech projects industry growth of around 7-8% for the current financial year.
The company expects its own volume growth to be in double digits for the full year.
In Q1, UltraTech’s volume growth was around 6-6.5%, while industry growth was estimated at 3-3.5%.
Demand outlook is supported by strong rural markets and infrastructure activities expected to pick up in coming quarters.
New capacity additions of 16 million tons planned for the current year, about 40% of total industry additions, supporting growth.
Expansion projects including greenfield projects in Andhra Pradesh are on track to add significant capacity in FY '26 and '27.
The company anticipates gradual price improvements likely only in the second half of the year, with volumes driving growth in the near term.

Margin guidance

Category 3

Industry growth expected at around 7-8% for the year, with UltraTech aiming for double-digit volume growth.
Capacity utilization currently around 85%, indicating healthy demand absorption despite new capacity additions.
Incremental supply is projected to chase incremental demand, supporting volume and earnings growth.
Cost reduction target revised upwards to over INR 300 per ton, driven by lead distance reduction and logistics efficiencies, aiding margin improvement.
Expansion plans are on track with 16 million tons of new capacity commissioning this year, 40% of which is UltraTech’s addition, supporting future volume growth.
Renewable power and WHRS expansion will reduce costs, positively impacting operating profitability.
Pricing environment uncertain beyond next quarter; price improvements likely only if capacity utilization rises above 85%.
EBITDA margins around INR 1000 to INR 1100 per ton expected to be sustainable with ongoing cost efficiencies.

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Fundraise plans

The transcript on pages 1-13 of UltraTech Cement Limited's Q1 FY '25 earnings conference call does not mention any current or planned fundraising through debt or equity. Key points relevant to financing are: - Capex plans: INR 8,000-9,000 crores capex for this financial year, and similar levels expected for FY '26 and '27. - No mention of raising funds via equity or debt to support these expansions. - The company emphasizes internal accruals and cash outflow for capex. - No discussion about new debt issuances or equity offerings. - Investments like the India Cement stake are financial investments but not linked to fundraising. In summary, there is no indication from the management commentary or Q&A about any upcoming debt or equity fundraising.

Order book

The transcript from UltraTech Cement Limited's Q1 FY '25 Earnings Conference Call (July 19, 2024) does not provide specific details on the current or expected order book or pending orders. The discussion primarily focuses on: - Capacity utilization and expansion plans - Cement realizations and price trends - Cost reduction initiatives (logistics and fuel costs) - Green power usage and investments - Financial investments and acquisitions - Market demand outlook and regional performance No explicit mention or quantification of order book or pending orders was given in the provided pages.

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Capex plans

Yes

Capex for the current financial year (FY '25) is planned at around INR 8,000 to 9,000 crores, with a similar amount expected for FY '26 and FY '27.
Overall capex commitment is approximately INR 30,000 crores, including retention money.
Expansion ongoing with 4 Integrated Units (IUs) being added; each IU is around 3.5 million tons of clinker capacity.
Greenfield projects such as a 6 million ton plant in Andhra Pradesh are on track with land already tied up and equipment ordered.
Significant investment in green power: Waste Heat Recovery Systems (WHRS) capacity ramping up, aiming for 40-45% green power by end of FY '25 and 60% by FY '27.
No specific limits on capacity additions from regulatory bodies; inorganic acquisition opportunities pursued based on return on investment.
Strategic financial investment includes a 23% non-controlling stake in India Cement.

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