Ambuja Cements reports robust Q2 FY26 performance with surging profit

Ambuja Cements, a key Adani Portfolio entity, announced a robust performance for Q2 FY26 and H1 FY26. Consolidated Q2 FY26 PAT surged by 364% year-over-year to ₹2,302 Cr, with cement volume increasing by 20% to 16.6 MnT, the highest ever in a Q2 series. EBITDA for the quarter grew 58% to ₹1,761 Cr, with an EBITDA/PMT of ₹1,060. For H1 FY26, PAT increased by 159% to ₹3,319 Cr and cement volume by 20% to 35.0 MnT.

The company is on track to expand its capacity to 155 MTPA by FY28, up from an earlier target of 140 MTPA, through debottlenecking at a lower capital expenditure of $48/MT. Cost leadership initiatives reduced total costs by 5% year-over-year, with Kiln Fuel Cost decreasing by 2% and Power Cost by 6.0% in Q2 FY26. Ambuja Cements also entered a strategic MoU with CONCOR to optimize logistics and support net-zero emission goals.

The company remains debt-free with a net worth of ₹69,493 Cr and has maintained its highest Crisil AAA (stable) / Crisil A1+ ratings. These achievements highlight Ambuja Cements' strong financial health and operational efficiency, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth and market leadership in India.