cement prices in Gujarat have dropped by up to Rs100 per bag (35%) from the peak on account of poor demand (particularly from housing segment) coupled with intense competition. In Gujarat retail markets, the price is Rs. 220 per bag.
"Prices in Mumbai have corrected by Rs. 5 in the current week, taking the total decline to Rs. 10 per bag in the past month; prices in city are currently Rs. 260-290 per bag. Demand continues to be normal in Mumbai according to the dealers,"
prices in the Central, Eastern and Northern regions have dropped by Rs. 40-80 per bag. Demand continues to be sluggish in most regions, but there are some signs of improvement in Andhra Pradesh. Prices in the Southern region continue to be stable at relatively higher levels, thanks to pricing discipline; demand continues to be sluggish in all states except Andhra Pradesh.