HeidelbergCement India Q1 Net Profit Rises 21% YoY to ₹482 Mn; Revenue Up 12%

Gurugram, July 29, 2025 — HeidelbergCement India Ltd (NSE: HEIDELBERG, BSE: 500292) reported a 20.9% year-on-year (YoY) jump in net profit at ₹482 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1FY26), backed by robust sales volumes and firm pricing. The company’s board also approved key appointments during its meeting today.

Q1FY26 Financial Performance

The company posted a 12.3% YoY increase in revenue (net of taxes) to ₹5,975 million, driven by a 10.9% growth in sales volumes. EBITDA rose 13.4% YoY to ₹885 million, translating to an improved EBITDA per tonne of ₹706.

Key Financials (Standalone)

• In Q1FY26, the company recorded sales volumes of 1,254 kilotonnes, reflecting a 10.9% year-on-year growth from 1,131 KT in Q1FY25.
• Total revenue rose to ₹5,975 million, up 12.3% from ₹5,322 million in the same quarter last year, supported by higher volumes and improved pricing.
• The company’s EBITDA increased by 13.4% to ₹885 million, compared to ₹780 million in Q1FY25, aided by operational efficiencies.
• EBITDA margin improved slightly to 14.8%, a gain of 15 basis points over the year-ago period.
• Net profit (PAT) surged 20.9% to ₹482 million, up from ₹399 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
• On a per-tonne basis, EBITDA stood at ₹706, up 2.3% from ₹690 in Q1FY25.

Total income stood at ₹6,069.8 million, with total expenses at ₹5,423.9 million. The profit before tax came in at ₹645.9 million. Basic and diluted EPS stood at ₹2.13 per share, up from ₹1.76 a year ago.

Sustainability Milestones & Balance Sheet

• Over 50% of total energy consumption now comes from non-grid sources, including wind-solar hybrid power.
• Alternate fuels account for approximately 13% of the total energy mix.
• As of June 30, 2025, the company held cash and bank balances of ₹5,704 million, with interest-free borrowings of ₹687 million.

Corporate Announcements

Re-appointment of Managing Director

Mr. Joydeep Mukherjee was re-appointed as Managing Director for a three-year term starting April 1, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. He brings over 35 years of leadership experience and has previously served in senior roles at RR Kabel, H&R Johnson, ACC Limited, and Hindalco.

Appointment of Secretarial Auditor

M/s DMK Associates has been appointed as Secretarial Auditor for a five-year term from FY26 to FY30. The peer-reviewed firm specializes in SEBI compliance, due diligence, and corporate advisory services.

Management Commentary

“Revenue growth was volume-led, complemented by improved pricing. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, we crossed the 50% threshold for non-grid energy usage—a major milestone,” said Joydeep Mukherjee, Managing Director.

HeidelbergCement India Stock Performance

HeidelbergCement India shares closed at ₹216.41, which is a 2.94% gain on July 29, 2025. HeidelbergCement India shares have dipped 8.6% in the last year, gained 2.88% in the year-to-date, and 5.25% in the previous month.

The stock opened at ₹210.98 and touched an intraday high of ₹221.70. The lowest trading price for the day stood at ₹210.98. The company commands a market capitalisation of approximately ₹4,930 crore. The stock’s 52-week high is ₹258.00, while the 52-week low is ₹182.42.

About HeidelbergCement India

HeidelbergCement India Ltd, part of Germany-based Heidelberg Materials Group, is a listed cement manufacturer on BSE and NSE. It operates in central India with an installed cement capacity of over 5 MTPA, serving both retail and institutional markets.

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