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<ul><li>We maintain a BUY rating on Birla Corporation (BCORP) with an unchanged target price of INR 1,685/share (9x its Sep-26E consolidated EBITDA)</li><li>We interacted with the management to understand market dynamics and BCORP’s growth plans</li><li>The management noted that Q2FY25 has been a tough quarter for the industry as a whole, as demand has been poor and cement prices continue to drift lower</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

We maintain a BUY rating on Birla Corporation (BCORP) with an unchanged target price of INR 1,685/share (9x its Sep-26E consolidated EBITDA)We interacted with the management to understand market dynamics and BCORP’s growth plansThe management noted that Q2FY25 has been a tough quarter for the industry as a whole, as demand has been poor and cement prices continue to drift lowerContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Birla Corporation: Near-Term Headwinds. Maintain BUY

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), Axis Direct

Axis Direct

Axis Direct is the flagship brand under Axis Securities Limited, a subsidiary of Axis Bank in India. 

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<ul><li>The company is scaling up its cement production capacity to 25 mtpa from the existing 20 mtpa, considering the projected growth in the economy and cement consumption over the next two years.</li><li>The company delivered consistent sales growth and maintained its strong market share in the premium segment.</li><li>Premium cement accounted for 53.70% of sales through the trade channel.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

The company is scaling up its cement production capacity to 25 mtpa from the existing 20 mtpa, considering the projected growth in the economy and cement consumption over the next two years.The company delivered consistent sales growth and maintained its strong market share in the premium segment.Premium cement accounted for 53.70% of sales through the trade channel.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Birla Corporation Ltd - Long Term Outlook Remains Positive; Retain BUY

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<ul><li>Demand growth slows in Q1FY25: The slowdown in construction activities during the general elections in April and May has adversely impacted cement sales in these months</li><li>The scorching heat further dented demand during Q1FY25 and the industry demand growth is expected to slow down to low single digit YoY</li><li>We estimate the aggregate volumes of our coverage universe will deliver 5% YoY volume growth, implying 8% QoQ volume decline.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Demand growth slows in Q1FY25: The slowdown in construction activities during the general elections in April and May has adversely impacted cement sales in these monthsThe scorching heat further dented demand during Q1FY25 and the industry demand growth is expected to slow down to low single digit YoYWe estimate the aggregate volumes of our coverage universe will deliver 5% YoY volume growth, implying 8% QoQ volume decline.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Cement (Q1FY25 Results Preview): Weak Pricing Continues to Offset Cost Gains

<ul><li>Cement demand to moderate: After experiencing double-digit volume growth in Q4FY24 driven by strong demand from the infrastructure sector, increased pre-election spending, and seasonally favourable conditions, cement consumption moderated in Q1FY25.</li><li>This moderation was due to factors such as the general election, extreme heat conditions, labour shortages, and unseasonal rain in some regions.</li><li>According to provisional numbers released by the Office of the Economic Adviser, cement demand grew by 9% in FY24</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Cement demand to moderate: After experiencing double-digit volume growth in Q4FY24 driven by strong demand from the infrastructure sector, increased pre-election spending, and seasonally favourable conditions, cement consumption moderated in Q1FY25.This moderation was due to factors such as the general election, extreme heat conditions, labour shortages, and unseasonal rain in some regions.According to provisional numbers released by the Office of the Economic Adviser, cement demand grew by 9% in FY24Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Cement Q1fy25 Result Preview: Moderation in Demand, Pricing Weak

<ul><li>Mahindra &amp; Mahindra Financial Services: MMFS reported yet another quarter of earnings de-growth (-10% YoY) due to higher-than-expected provisions (140bps), driven by elevated write-offs (260bps) and a one-off incidence of fraud (54bps)</li><li>Loan growth remained healthy (+24% YoY), driven by the PVs and used vehicles segment</li><li>MMFS continues to under-deliver on its Mission 2025, as the management revisited its guidance on most parameters, especially NIMs, opex efficiency and RoAs</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Mahindra &amp; Mahindra Financial Services: MMFS reported yet another quarter of earnings de-growth (-10% YoY) due to higher-than-expected provisions (140bps), driven by elevated write-offs (260bps) and a one-off incidence of fraud (54bps)Loan growth remained healthy (+24% YoY), driven by the PVs and used vehicles segmentMMFS continues to under-deliver on its Mission 2025, as the management revisited its guidance on most parameters, especially NIMs, opex efficiency and RoAsContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HSIE Results Daily: Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, CDSL

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Birla Corporation Limited is a manufacturing company that produces and sells cement, automobile trim parts, jute goods, synthetic and cotton yarns, and PVC floor coverings and coated fabrics. The Group also manufactures calcium carbide, ferromanganese, silico manganese, oxygen and iron and steel castings.

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Birla Corporation: Near-Term Headwinds. Maintain BUY

We maintain a BUY rating on Birla Corporation (BCORP) with an unchanged target price of INR 1,685/share (9x its Sep-26E consolidated EBITDA)

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Birla Corporation Ltd - Long Term Outlook Remains Positive; Retain BUY

The company is scaling up its cement production capacity to 25 mtpa from the existing 20 mtpa, considering the projected growth in the economy and...

Axis Direct

Cement (Q1FY25 Results Preview): Weak Pricing Continues to Offset Cost Gains

Demand growth slows in Q1FY25: The slowdown in construction activities during the general elections in April and May has adversely impacted cement...

HDFC Securities

Cement Q1fy25 Result Preview: Moderation in Demand, Pricing Weak

This moderation was due to factors such as the general election, extreme heat conditions, labour shortages, and unseasonal rain in some regions.

Axis Direct

HSIE Results Daily: Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, CDSL

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services: MMFS reported yet another quarter of earnings de-growth (-10% YoY) due to higher-than-expected provisions...

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