UltraTech Cement reports ₹22.26 billion Q1 profit, exceeding expectations, boosted by price gains and India Cements acquisition.

• First-quarter profit beat analysts' estimate of ₹21.56 billion, reflecting stronger performance in a weak demand period.
• Gains from India Cements' acquisition supported earnings, alongside slight price improvements in the domestic market.
• UltraTech remains India’s largest cement maker, benefiting from capacity scale and strategic acquisitions.