Orient Cement Reports 458% Surge in Q1 Net Profit to ₹205 Crore

Orient Cement Ltd announced a remarkable 458% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first quarter ending June 30, 2025, reaching ₹205 crore. This significant growth marks a sharp rise from the ₹36.7 crore recorded during the same quarter last year. The company’s revenue from operations also saw a substantial uplift, surging 24.4% to ₹866 crore, compared to ₹696 crore in the previous fiscal’s corresponding period.

The company’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) soared by 88.9% to ₹182.3 crore, up from ₹96.5 crore in the same quarter last year. This impressive performance resulted in an EBITDA margin of 21%, a significant improvement from 13.8% in the previous year.

Total expenses for the quarter rose by 12.4% to ₹724.28 crore. Additionally, total income, which includes other income sources, increased by 23.7% to ₹868.64 crore during the quarter.

Adani Group Increases Stake

Following an open offer, the Adani Group has increased its total shareholding in Orient Cement to 72.66%. This came after a share purchase agreement made on October 22, 2024, when Ambuja Cements, part of the Adani Group, acquired 46.80% of the company’s shares from its promoter group and other shareholders.

The results were released after market hours, and the shares of Orient Cement Ltd closed at ₹254.00, down by ₹2.75 or 1.07% on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

In summary, Orient Cement’s financial results for the first quarter reflect strong operational performance and strategic corporate maneuvers. As the company continues to expand under the Adani Group’s ownership, its growth trajectory appears robust, promising further developments in the coming quarters.