India · Delayed Price · Currency is INR Orient Cement Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2027
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Profitability improved with EBITDA margin up 331 bps to 16.7% and net cost down INR 206 per ton, despite industry cost pressures. Strategic focus on trade sales and premiumization, capacity expansion to 119 million tons, and robust cost-saving initiatives underpin guidance for 8% volume growth and further margin gains.
Fiscal Year 2026
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Record annual sales volume and EBITDA growth were achieved despite cost pressures from fuel, freight, and maintenance. Guidance for FY 2027 focuses on margin expansion, cost reduction, and disciplined CapEx, with capacity expected to reach 119 million tons.
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Industry-leading volume and revenue growth were achieved, supported by premiumization, improved asset utilization, and cost efficiencies. The company remains debt-free, is progressing with major capacity expansions, and expects double-digit volume growth and further cost reductions, with robust demand and positive price momentum continuing into Q4.
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Sales volume rose 20% YoY with revenue up 21% and EBITDA up 58%, driven by premium product growth and cost reductions. Capacity expansion and digital initiatives are set to further improve margins and efficiency, with double-digit growth and strong market share gains expected.
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Achieved record revenue and EBITDA with 20% YoY volume growth and 23% revenue increase, driven by premium product sales, cost efficiencies, and successful integration of new assets. Demand outlook raised to 7%-8% for FY 2026, with robust CapEx and capacity expansion plans.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Q1 FY25 saw a 15% volume decline due to weak demand, but price realization and profitability were maintained through a focus on premiumization and cost efficiencies. CapEx plans are delayed pending clearances, with major investments expected in FY26–27.