The Indian cement sector demonstrates resilience with rising prices despite subdued demand, particularly in the South and East regions. Capacity expansions are expected, potentially intensifying competition. UltraTech Cement and JK Cement are recommended as buys, with positive growth outlooks driven by cost efficiencies and strategic expansions, respectively.
Learn With ETMarkets: Can retail SIPs replace FII flows as India’s market backbone?
Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) reached an all-time high of ₹27,269 crore in June 2025, reinforcing retail investor confidence and providing liquidity support amid foreign outflows.