Cement demand to rise to 7.5% in FY26

As a result, price hikes in the region are expected to be postponed to the second quarter of FY26, since the fourth quarter remained muted.

- TDG NETWORK

The Indian cement industry is likely to see a demand growth of 6 to 7.5 per cent in the current financial year (FY26), according to a report by Systematix Research.

The report highlighted that with consolidation-led discipline taking hold and strong momentum in infrastructure and housing sectors, the industry is entering a more stable and profitable phase.

It said, "With consolidation-led discipline settling in and momentum building in infrastructure and housing, industry demand is expected to grow by 6-7.5 per cent in FY26".