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Stocktwits - Cement prices across India have shown a mixed trend in June. Despite the price rise on a quarter-on-quarter basis (QoQ), the early onset of monsoons has emerged as a significant risk factor, according to SEBI-registered analyst Harika Enjamuri.
She adds that early monsoons may slow construction activity and weaken demand in June.
From a market perspective, Enjamuri notes that companies like Ultratech Cement (NSE:ULTC), Ramco Cement, Dalmia Bharat, and Shree Cements (NSE:SHCM) could benefit from the price discipline in the South. At the same time, Ambuja Cement, ACC (NSE:ACC), and JK Cement (NSE:JKCE) may face pressure due to softer demand in other regions.
Cement pricing in India
The pan-India average price rose by ₹2 per bag, now at ₹358 per bag, led by a sharp ₹19 per bag increase in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu (NSE:TNNP) and Kerala.
In contrast, prices declined by ₹3 in Central India, ₹5 in Western India, and ₹2 in other southern regions.
Eastern India saw minor corrections of ₹3–₹5 per bag in Kolkata and Bihar, though May demand improved.
Northern India remained largely flat, with token hikes of ₹2–₹4 per bag; Rajasthan saw a strong 15% month-on-month demand growth in May.
Going forward, Enjamuri highlights that pricing stability and volume trends will depend heavily on the monsoon impact and infrastructure project momentum.