ACC posts 5% rise in Q1 profit to ₹3.85 billion, driven by strong cement volumes and price gains despite seasonal slowdown.

• Volumes jumped 12%, aided by Adani’s expansion moves; revenue up 18% to ₹60.15 billion, and costs rose 16%.
• Cement prices rose 2% YoY, supporting recovery; analysts note demand resilience despite heatwaves and monsoon impact.
• Peers UltraTech beat estimates on pricing; Dalmia Bharat profits surged on cost control despite flat revenues.