Ambuja Cements, owned by the Adani Group, reported a 24% on-year jump in consolidated net profit, reaching ₹970 crore, driven by record sales volume and revenue exceeding ₹10,000 crore. Despite strong performance, the bottom line fell short of market expectations, leading to a share price decline. The company’s market share also improved, supported by increased production capacity.
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Brent crude futures were down $2.35, or 2.65%, at $86 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell $1.94, or 2.36%, to $80.42.