Ambuja Cements Takes Control of Orient Cement with 46.66% Stake

Ambuja Cements, part of the Adani Group, has completed the purchase of 37.79% stake in Orient Cement Ltd (OCL) from its promoter, the CK Birla Group. With this acquisition, Ambuja Cements has officially become the promoter of Orient Cement.

Overall Stake Rises to 46.66%

In addition to buying shares from the promoter group, Ambuja also acquired 1.82 crore shares (about 8.87%) from public shareholders. As a result, Ambuja now holds a total of 46.66% stake in OCL.

According to a regulatory filing by Orient Cement, Ambuja Cements has purchased 7,76,49,413 equity shares from the promoter group, giving it majority control.

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Ambuja Now Has Full Control of OCL

Following these transactions, Ambuja Cements has gained sole control of Orient Cement and is now officially listed as the promoter of the company.

This acquisition is part of Ambuja’s broader planning to expand its footprint in the cement industry. The deal, first announced in October last year, valued Orient Cement at ₹8,100 crore.

About Ambuja Cements Limited

Ambuja Cements Limited, earlier known as Gujarat Ambuja Cement Ltd, is a leading cement manufacturer in India. The company supplies both cement and clinker to domestic and international markets.

As of April 23, 2025, Ambuja Cements share price is trading at ₹572.05, with a market capitalisation of ₹1.41 lakh crore, a P/E ratio of 32.14, and a dividend yield of 0.35%. The stock has touched a 52-week high of ₹706.95 and a 52-week low of ₹453.05.

Conclusion

With this strategic acquisition, Ambuja Cements has significantly strengthened its position in the Indian cement sector. Gaining promoter status in Orient Cement aligns with the Adani Group’s vision to scale up its presence in core infrastructure sectors.

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