India’s cement market continued to show healthy momentum through July and August 2026, with industry channel checks indicating volume growth of around 6–7% during the two-month period.

Demand remained relatively resilient across markets, supported by ongoing construction and infrastructure activity. While trade cement prices were broadly stable, pricing in the non-trade segment showed greater movement, particularly across eastern markets.

The divergence between trade and non-trade pricing highlights continued regional variations in cement-market conditions, even as overall consumption remains on a healthy trajectory.

The sustained volume growth points to continued underlying demand from the construction and infrastructure ecosystem, providing a positive signal for cement manufacturers despite pockets of pricing volatility.

For the cement industry, the combination of steady demand and relatively stable trade pricing could remain an important indicator to watch as construction activity progresses through the coming months.

- Buildonomics Staff