Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Basic Materials
Industry: Building Materials

The India Cements Limited produces and sells cement and cement related products in India. It offers cement and allied products under the Conkrete Super King, Coromandel King, Sankar Super Power, Raasi Gold, Halo Super King brands; and ready mix concrete. The company also engages in the sale of coal; real estate activities; and construction and infrastructure projects; generation of power from windmills and thermal power plants; and provision of ship hiring services; as well as production and sale of clinker products. It exports its products. The company was incorporated in 1946 and is based in Chennai, India. As of December 24, 2024, The India Cements Limited operates as subsidiary of UltraTech Cement Limited.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for INDIACEM
Revenue projections for INDIACEM

INDIACEM's revenue is forecasted to dip below last year's figures, raising concerns for investors who are typically wary of declining financial performance. Such drops can directly affect the company's bottom line, potentially leading to a decrease in overall profitability, making investors more cautious in their decisions.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.368000
forwardPE 23.676058
debtToEquity 11.427000
earningsGrowth 0.000000
revenueGrowth -0.055000
grossMargins 0.162150
operatingMargins -0.065020
trailingEps 151.450000
forwardEps 6.820000

INDIACEM's current ratio of 1.368 indicates strong liquidity, meaning the company can comfortably meet its short-term debt obligations. This financial position reflects INDIACEM's ability to use its cash reserves and current assets to cover liabilities without facing any cash flow issues.
INDIACEM's Forward PE ratio is favorable, indicating that the stock price is well-positioned in relation to its earnings. It is not overpriced, leaving room for growth, which makes it a solid option for investors seeking both stability and future appreciation.
The India Cements Limited's low Debt-to-Equity ratio shows the company avoids heavy reliance on debt. This balanced approach reduces financial risk, as it maintains a healthy equity position without excessive leverage, providing greater financial stability and flexibility.
INDIACEM's low earnings and revenue growth suggest that the company may see declining profits. This indicates potential financial challenges ahead, and could lead to a more cautious outlook from investors.
With forward EPS less than trailing EPS, The India Cements Limited is expected to see reduced earnings. This suggests the company may face profitability challenges in the current financial year compared to the previous one.

Price projections:

Price projections for INDIACEM
Price projections for INDIACEM

Over time, INDIACEM's price projections have been revised higher, signaling growing confidence in the company's future. This upward trend suggests analysts anticipate strong performance and increased market value for INDIACEM.

Insider Transactions:

Insider Transactions for INDIACEM
Insider Transactions for INDIACEM


Recent trading of INDIACEM stock saw 4 sales, with market price at 315.0025100708008 per share.1 INDIACEM stock purchases took place, with market price of 262.6199951171875.The trend of more sells than buys around The India Cements Limited's current price levels suggests possible weakness. If this pattern continues, it could lead to additional price declines, as selling pressure might increase, signaling investor concerns.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for INDIACEM
Recommendations trend for INDIACEM


With analysts leaning toward a sell bias for INDIACEM, investors should be cautious and make decisions based on a wider set of market indicators. This approach will help balance short-term concerns with longer-term market trends, providing a more holistic view of the stock.