Kesoram Industries Demerger:
Kesoram Industries has successfully finalized the demerger of its cement business, integrating it into UltraTech Cement, with the transaction officially taking effect on March 1, 2025. This move is a significant step in reshaping both companies, allowing Kesoram to focus on its core businesses while strengthening UltraTech’s position in the cement industry. Record Date for this event is 10 March 2025.
Stock Market Reaction: Kesoram Industries & UltraTech Cement Performance
How Stocks Performed Today
Kesoram Industries (NSE: KESORAMIND)
- Closing Price: ₹204.95
- Change: +₹2.60 (+1.28%)
- Previous Close: ₹202.35
- Opening Price: ₹203.40
- Day’s High: ₹205.25
- Day’s Low: ₹200.62
UltraTech Cement (NSE: ULTRACEMCO)
- Closing Price: ₹10,493.50
- Change: +₹29.30 (+0.28%)
- Previous Close: ₹10,464.20
- Opening Price: ₹10,539.80
- Day’s High: ₹10,540.00
- Day’s Low: ₹10,317.20
UltraTech Cement’s stock saw a 1.68% drop at its lowest point of the day, though it recovered to end 0.44% above the previous close.
Kesoram Industries Demerger Key Details of the Agreement
The demerger follows UltraTech Cement’s December 2023 announcement of acquiring Kesoram Industries’ cement division in an all-stock deal worth approximately ₹7,600 crore (including debt). This deal includes two integrated cement plants located in Karnataka and Telangana, with a combined cement production capacity of 10.75 million tonnes per annum (MTPA).
Kesoram Industries Demerger: Share Exchange Ratio for Equity Shareholders
Under the agreed share exchange ratio:
- Kesoram Industries’ shareholders will receive one fully paid-up ₹10 equity share of UltraTech Cement for every 52 shares of Kesoram Industries they hold.
- This ratio values Kesoram shares at ₹173, and currently ke sitam industries shares are trading at 205.
Exchange Terms for Preference Shareholders
- UltraTech Cement will issue 54.86 lakh fully paid-up 7.3% non-convertible redeemable preference shares (₹100 each) in exchange for 90 lakh 5% cumulative non-convertible redeemable preference shares held by Kesoram shareholders.
- Additionally, 8.64 lakh of the same preference shares will be issued in exchange for 19.19 lakh optionally convertible redeemable preference shares of ₹100 each.
Record Date for Share Allocation
- The record date to determine Kesoram shareholders eligible to receive UltraTech Cement shares is March 10, 2025.
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Kesoram Industries Demerger: Strategic Impact of the Deal
For Kesoram Industries
With the cement division divested, Kesoram Industries will now focus on its remaining businesses, primarily:
- Transparent Paper
- Rayon (Viscose Filament Yarn)
This restructuring is expected to significantly reduce its debt burden, as the cement division had high capital expenditure and leverage. With lower debt obligations, Kesoram will likely benefit from reduced interest expenses, improving its financial stability and profitability.
For UltraTech Cement
The acquisition of Kesoram’s cement business brings multiple strategic advantages for UltraTech:
- Expansion in Key Markets: Adds 7 MTPA of production capacity, strengthening UltraTech’s presence in the highly fragmented and competitive western and southern India markets.
- Enhanced Production Scale: Post-acquisition, UltraTech’s total cement production capacity will reach approximately 149.14 MTPA, reinforcing its market leadership in India.
- Synergy and Operational Efficiency: The integration is expected to improve operational efficiencies, reduce logistics costs, and leverage UltraTech’s existing supply chain network.
Kesoram Industries Demerger Financial & Regulatory Aspects
- The transaction is structured as an all-stock deal, ensuring no immediate cash outflow for UltraTech Cement.
- It is expected to take 9 to 12 months to fully conclude, subject to regulatory approvals.
- Kesoram’s cement division, which was struggling with debt, will now be under UltraTech, a company with a strong balance sheet and better financial flexibility.
Market Outlook & Future Prospects of Kesoram Industries Demerger
The cement industry in India is witnessing robust demand, driven by:
- Government-led infrastructure projects
- Rising urbanization and housing demand
- Private sector capital expenditure in construction
UltraTech Cement, already the largest player in India, is well-positioned to capitalize on these opportunities with its expanded production base.
For Kesoram Industries, the exit from the capital-intensive cement business reduces financial risk, allowing it to focus on niche manufacturing businesses with potentially higher margins and lower debt dependence.
Investor Takeaway
- Kesoram Industries shareholders will benefit from debt reduction and the ability to focus on specialized sectors.
- UltraTech Cement shareholders will see long-term benefits as the company increases its market dominance.
- The deal reflects industry consolidation, a trend expected to continue as larger players like UltraTech seek scale and efficiency advantages.
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