India, the second-largest cement producer globally, contributes over 8% to the world’s total installed capacity. With the government focus on infrastructure development, housing projects, and urban expansion, the cement sector stands to gain significantly. In this article, check the best cement stocks in July 2025 based on the 5yr CAGR and other parameters.
| Name | Market Cap (₹ in crore) | 5Y CAGR (%) | 1Y Return (%) |
| Grasim Industries Ltd | 1,93,236.67 | 36.01 | 4.46 |
| J K Cement Ltd | 47,411.80 | 34.72 | 37.30 |
| Dalmia Bharat Ltd | 41,056.14 | 25.71 | 18.32 |
| UltraTech Cement Ltd | 3,59,137.43 | 25.65 | 2.56 |
| India Cements Ltd | 10,728.64 | 22.01 | 22.33 |
| Ramco Cements Limited | 25,453.42 | 10.63 | 25.66 |
| Shree Cement Ltd | 1,12,517.81 | 6.59 | 9.99 |
Note: The list of the best cement stocks in India in July 2025 is as of July 2, 2025. The stocks are picked from Nifty 500 universe, positive 1-yr returns and are sorted based on the 5-yr CAGR.
Grasim Industries Limited, the flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, is one of India’s largest private sector enterprises. On a standalone basis, its core operations include viscose staple fibre (VSF), caustic soda, specialty chemicals, and rayon-grade wood pulp (RGWP), with manufacturing facilities spread across various locations. For FY25, the company reported revenue of ₹1,48,478 crore, reflecting a 13% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to ₹1,30,978 crore in FY24. However, the company’s profit after tax (PAT) declined by 37% YoY to ₹3,902 crore in FY25, down from ₹6,163 crore in the previous fiscal year.
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JK Cement is involved in the manufacturing and selling of cement and cement related products with over 4 decades of experience in cement manufacturing. For the financial year FY25, the company reported a revenue from operations of ₹11,879 crore, marking a 3% year-on-year increase compared to ₹11,556 crore in FY24. The company’s profit after tax also rose by 10% YoY, reaching ₹872 crore in FY25, up from ₹790 crore in the previous year.
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Dalmia Bharat is involved in the business of manufacturing and selling cement. For the financial year FY25, the company reported an income from operations of ₹13,980 crore, reflecting a 4.8% decline compared to ₹14,691 crore in FY24. The PAT also dropped by 18.1% year-on-year, standing at ₹699 crore in FY25 as against ₹854 crore in the previous year.
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UltraTech Cement is involved in the manufacturing and sale of cement and cement related product primarily across globe. In FY25, the company reported a total income of ₹76,699 crore, up from ₹71,525 crore in FY24. The PAT for FY25 stood at ₹6,039 crore, compared to ₹7,005 crore in the previous financial year.
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India Cements Ltd is a leading cement manufacturing company headquartered in Chennai. In FY25, the company reported a total income of ₹4,357.31 crore, up from ₹5,056.08 crore in FY24. The PAT for FY25 stood at -₹143.88 crore, compared to -₹227.34 crore in the previous financial year.
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| Name | Return on Investment (%) |
| ACC Ltd | 13.22 |
| Shree Cement Ltd | 11.85 |
| UltraTech Cement Ltd | 11.12 |
| J K Cement Ltd | 10.93 |
| Ambuja Cements Ltd | 6.79 |
Note: The list of the best cement stocks in India in July 2025 is as of July 2, 2025. The stocks are picked from Nifty 500 universe and are sorted based on the return on investment.
| Name | Net Profit Margin (%) |
| ACC Ltd | 10.47 |
| Ambuja Cements Ltd | 9.74 |
| UltraTech Cement Ltd | 7.87 |
| J K Cement Ltd | 7.08 |
| Shree Cement Ltd | 5.65 |
Note: The list of the best cement stocks in India in July 2025 is as of July 2, 2025. The stocks are picked from Nifty 500 universe and are sorted based on the net profit margin.
In FY23, India’s cement industry reached a market size of 3.96 billion tonnes and is projected to grow to 5.99 billion tonnes by 2032, reflecting a CAGR of 4.7% during 2024–32. With abundant limestone reserves spread across the country, the sector holds strong growth potential. India houses 210 large cement plants, with a major concentration, 77 plants, located in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu.
Regionally, South India contributes 32% of the country’s cement capacity, followed by North India at 20%, West at 15%, Central at 13%, and East India at 20%. Cement production in FY23 stood at 374.55 million tonnes, marking a 6.83% year-on-year growth.
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The cement sector continues to benefit from infrastructure demand and government push. Investors may watch these top-performing cement stocks for long-term growth.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Jul 2, 2025, 2:56 PM IST
Nikitha Devi
Nikitha is a content creator with 6+ years of experience in the financial domain. Specialising in personal finance, investments, and market insights, Nikitha simplifies complex financial topics, making them accessible to readers.
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