Ramco Cement Posts 64% Profit Drop
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Ramco Cement Posts 64% Profit Drop

Ramco Cements has posted a sharp decline in net profit for Q2 FY25, with a decrease of 64.21% compared to the same period last year. This drop in earnings is attributed to a combination of factors, including rising input costs, lower demand, and increased competition in the cement industry.

For the quarter, the company recorded a net profit of ?98.4 crore, down from ?274.4 crore in Q2 FY24. The cement major faced pressures from higher raw material and energy costs, which impacted margins. Additionally, subdued demand for cement in certain regions, as well as challenges in passing on cost increases to customers, contributed to the decline.

However, despite the fall in profitability, Ramco Cement remains optimistic about the long-term growth prospects, driven by infrastructure development, increasing urbanization, and government initiatives to boost construction activity. The company plans to focus on cost optimization and capacity expansion to regain its financial footing and improve its margins in the coming quarters.

In terms of volume growth, Ramco Cements has seen some regional fluctuations, with stronger demand in specific markets, though overall growth has been restrained. The company is focusing on expanding its footprint in key markets and increasing production efficiency to navigate the current challenging environment.

Ramco Cements has posted a sharp decline in net profit for Q2 FY25, with a decrease of 64.21% compared to the same period last year. This drop in earnings is attributed to a combination of factors, including rising input costs, lower demand, and increased competition in the cement industry. For the quarter, the company recorded a net profit of ?98.4 crore, down from ?274.4 crore in Q2 FY24. The cement major faced pressures from higher raw material and energy costs, which impacted margins. Additionally, subdued demand for cement in certain regions, as well as challenges in passing on cost increases to customers, contributed to the decline. However, despite the fall in profitability, Ramco Cement remains optimistic about the long-term growth prospects, driven by infrastructure development, increasing urbanization, and government initiatives to boost construction activity. The company plans to focus on cost optimization and capacity expansion to regain its financial footing and improve its margins in the coming quarters. In terms of volume growth, Ramco Cements has seen some regional fluctuations, with stronger demand in specific markets, though overall growth has been restrained. The company is focusing on expanding its footprint in key markets and increasing production efficiency to navigate the current challenging environment.

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