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India Cements Sees 11% Spike as UltraTech Cement Takes Major Stake

Shares of India Cements saw a remarkable surge of 11% during early trading on Monday, following the approval of UltraTech Cement Ltd’s acquisition of a controlling stake in the company by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The approval signals a significant step forward for UltraTech Cement, a subsidiary of Grasim Industries Ltd, in its strategy to increase its market dominance in the Indian cement industry.

Under the approved deal, UltraTech Cement will acquire a 32.72% stake in India Cements from the company’s promoters, members of the promoter group, and Sri Saradha Logistics Private Limited. In addition to the promoter stake acquisition, UltraTech will also make an open offer to purchase up to 26% more of India Cements’ paid-up equity share capital. This will bring UltraTech’s total potential shareholding in India Cements to nearly 59%, effectively giving it majority control of the company. The CCI, in a press release issued on December 20, confirmed that the proposed combination meets regulatory standards and does not create unfair competition in the market. The commission’s approval is a key step in allowing the deal to proceed, with UltraTech Cement complying with the regulatory requirements related to the acquisition of stakes beyond a certain threshold.

UltraTech Cement, a leader in the manufacturing and sale of grey cement, white cement, and ready-mix concrete, is already a major player in India’s cement sector. India Cements, on the other hand, operates in the grey cement and ready-mix concrete segments, with a strong foothold in the southern region of the country. The deal will enhance UltraTech’s capacity to expand its market share and strengthen its presence in the competitive Indian cement market. This move is seen as part of UltraTech’s ongoing strategy to consolidate its position in the industry. By securing a controlling stake in India Cements, UltraTech will be better positioned to achieve synergies, optimize operations, and enhance its market penetration, all while complying with antitrust regulations to maintain a fair competitive environment.

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