{"id":265593,"date":"2026-09-23T17:38:18","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T12:08:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=265593"},"modified":"2026-09-23T17:38:18","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T12:08:18","slug":"buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy, Sell Or Hold: UltraTech Cement, Ambuja Cements, ACC, Shree Cement, Dalmia Bharat \u2014 Analyst Forecast"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"background:#EAF3FF;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 20px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#1F4E79;\"><strong>Sector Snapshot (23 September 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\">\n<tr style=\"background:#D6E9FF;\">\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">Stock<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">LTP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">52W High<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">52W Low<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">P\/E vs Industry<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">Our View<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/ultracemco\/ultratech-cement-ltd-share-price-today\">UltraTech Cement<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">11,155.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">13,110.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">10,325.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">37.81 \/ 31.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">10.66%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/ambujacem\/ambuja-cements-ltd-share-price-today\">Ambuja Cements<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">392.75<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">600.80<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">379.55<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">18.38 \/ 31.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">7.97%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Buy on Dips<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/acc\/acc-ltd-share-price-today\">ACC<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,251.40<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,986.90<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,219.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">12.19 \/ 31.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">10.40%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Buy on Dips<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/shreecem\/shree-cement-ltd-share-price-today\">Shree Cement<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">22,500.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">30,285.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">21,665.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">48.89 \/ 31.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">7.49%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/dalbharat\/dalmia-bharat-ltd-share-price-today\">Dalmia Bharat<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,744.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">2,439.30<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,605.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">34.30 \/ 31.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">6.34%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#F0F9FF;border-left:4px solid #2E7D32;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;color:#1F4E79;font-size:14px;\"><strong>Quick Answer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\">ACC and Ambuja Cements stand out among these cement stocks, both trading well below the industry average valuation and close to their 52-week lows with debt-free or near debt-free balance sheets. UltraTech Cement, Shree Cement and Dalmia Bharat all carry valuations at or above the industry average paired with more modest return on equity, keeping them in hold territory for now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s cement makers are shaped by construction and infrastructure demand, energy costs and pricing discipline across a consolidating industry. This piece checks five listed cement stocks on valuation and profitability.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\">Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" 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Hold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Ambuja_Cements_Buy_on_Dips\" title=\"Ambuja Cements: Buy on Dips\">Ambuja Cements: Buy on Dips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#ACC_Buy_on_Dips\" title=\"ACC: Buy on Dips\">ACC: Buy on Dips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Shree_Cement_Hold\" title=\"Shree Cement: Hold\">Shree Cement: Hold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Dalmia_Bharat_Hold\" title=\"Dalmia Bharat: Hold\">Dalmia Bharat: Hold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#What_Ties_These_Cement_Stocks_Together\" title=\"What Ties These Cement Stocks Together\">What Ties These Cement Stocks Together<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Which_cement_stocks_look_attractive_right_now\" title=\"Which cement stocks look attractive right now?\">Which cement stocks look attractive right now?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Is_ACC_the_cheapest_cement_stock\" title=\"Is ACC the cheapest cement stock?\">Is ACC the cheapest cement stock?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Why_does_UltraTech_Cement_trade_at_a_premium\" title=\"Why does UltraTech Cement trade at a premium?\">Why does UltraTech Cement trade at a premium?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Is_Shree_Cement_overvalued\" title=\"Is Shree Cement overvalued?\">Is Shree Cement overvalued?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#How_does_energy_cost_affect_cement_stocks\" title=\"How does energy cost affect cement stocks?\">How does energy cost affect cement stocks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-ultratech-ambuja-acc-shree-dalmia-cement-stocks\/#Where_can_I_track_these_cement_stocks_in_real_time\" title=\"Where can I track these cement stocks in real time?\">Where can I track these cement stocks in real time?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UltraTech_Cement_Hold\"><\/span><strong>UltraTech Cement: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>UltraTech Cement trades at Rs 11,155.00, down about 15% from its 52-week high of Rs 13,110.00. It posts a return on equity of 10.66% with a price-to-earnings ratio of 37.81, above the industry average of 31.03. As India&#8217;s largest cement maker, the scale and pricing power are real, but the current valuation already reflects much of that leadership, which makes this a hold rather than a fresh buy.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ambuja_Cements_Buy_on_Dips\"><\/span><strong>Ambuja Cements: Buy on Dips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ambuja Cements is at Rs 392.75, right near its 52-week low of Rs 379.55 and down close to 35% from its high of Rs 600.80. It trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of just 18.38, well below the industry average of 31.03, and carries an almost debt-free balance sheet with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01. Even with a modest return on equity of 7.97%, that combination of a deep discount, a stock near its lows and a clean balance sheet makes it one of the more attractive cement stocks to accumulate on dips.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ACC_Buy_on_Dips\"><\/span><strong>ACC: Buy on Dips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ACC trades at Rs 1,251.40, close to its 52-week low of Rs 1,219.00 and down close to 37% from its high of Rs 1,986.90. It stands out with the cheapest price-to-earnings ratio in this group at 12.19 against an industry average of 31.03, a return on equity of 10.40%, and a nearly debt-free balance sheet. That combination of a very cheap valuation, reasonable profitability and a stock near its lows makes it the standout cement stock to watch for accumulation.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shree_Cement_Hold\"><\/span><strong>Shree Cement: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shree Cement is at Rs 22,500.00, down close to 26% from its 52-week high of Rs 30,285.00 and near its low of Rs 21,665.00. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 48.89 is well above the industry average of 31.03, while its return on equity of 7.49% is comparatively weak. That gap between a rich valuation and modest profitability, even near the stock&#8217;s lows, keeps this in hold territory.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dalmia_Bharat_Hold\"><\/span><strong>Dalmia Bharat: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dalmia Bharat trades at Rs 1,744.00, near its 52-week low of Rs 1,605.00 and down close to 28% from its high of Rs 2,439.30. It posts a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.30, modestly above the industry average of 31.03, with a return on equity of just 6.34%, the weakest in this group. There is nothing alarming here, but nothing compelling enough to stand out, which makes this a straightforward hold.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\">Explore Univest&#8217;s stock screener to compare cement stocks on your own filters<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Ties_These_Cement_Stocks_Together\"><\/span><strong>What Ties These Cement Stocks Together<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Across these cement stocks, ACC and Ambuja Cements currently offer the more attractive combination of below-industry valuations, clean balance sheets and prices near their 52-week lows, while UltraTech Cement, Shree Cement and Dalmia Bharat all carry richer multiples relative to their current, fairly modest return on equity. Cement pricing discipline, fuel and power costs, and construction demand cycles can all move these numbers from one quarter to the next.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Track live prices for these cement stocks anytime with the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cement stocks in India currently show ACC and Ambuja Cements as the better placed picks for gradual accumulation among these cement stocks, both trading near their 52-week lows at below-industry valuations, while UltraTech Cement, Shree Cement and Dalmia Bharat are more reasonable holds until their profitability improves or their valuations adjust. As always, treat this as a starting point rather than a final word.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left:4px solid #C62828;background:#FFF5F5;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;color:#C62828;\"><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Please verify all data independently and consult a SEBI-registered investment adviser before making any investment decisions. Univest Financial Services Private Limited, SEBI Registered Investment Adviser, Registration No. INH000013776.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A few common questions on these cement stocks, answered briefly below for quick reference on this cement stocks basket.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_cement_stocks_look_attractive_right_now\"><\/span><strong>Which cement stocks look attractive right now?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ACC and Ambuja Cements currently show the most favourable combination of below-industry valuation, clean balance sheets and proximity to their 52-week lows among the names covered here.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_ACC_the_cheapest_cement_stock\"><\/span><strong>Is ACC the cheapest cement stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, ACC trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.19, the lowest among these cement stocks and well below the industry average of 31.03, while still posting a reasonable 10.40% return on equity.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_UltraTech_Cement_trade_at_a_premium\"><\/span><strong>Why does UltraTech Cement trade at a premium?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>UltraTech Cement&#8217;s position as India&#8217;s largest cement maker by capacity has led the market to price it above the industry average, even though its current return on equity is comparatively modest.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Shree_Cement_overvalued\"><\/span><strong>Is Shree Cement overvalued?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shree Cement trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 48.89, well above the industry average, while its return on equity of 7.49% is on the weaker side among these cement stocks, which keeps it in hold territory.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_energy_cost_affect_cement_stocks\"><\/span><strong>How does energy cost affect cement stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Coal and power costs are a major input for cement manufacturing, so swings in energy prices can significantly affect margins across the sector, sometimes independent of demand trends.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_track_these_cement_stocks_in_real_time\"><\/span><strong>Where can I track these cement stocks in real time?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can track live prices, set price alerts, and follow 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