Hindustan Zinc Declares Rs 4,648 Crore Dividend; Posts FY 2026 Financial Results
Hindustan Zinc Limited announced the declaration of its first interim dividend for the financial year 2026-27, amounting to Rs 4,648 crores. The Board of Directors approved the dividend at a rate of Rs 11/- per equity share, with the record date set for April 30, 2026.The Company also released its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.
Financial Performance Summary
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, the Company posted a Net Profit of Rs 13,832 crores (consolidated) and Rs 13,712 crores (standalone). Total Income for the financial year reached Rs 41,934 crores (consolidated) and Rs 41,751 crores (standalone), compared to the figures for the year ended March 31, 2025.Total Comprehensive Income for the period stood at Rs 13,603 crores (consolidated) and Rs 13,483 crores (standalone). Earnings Per Share (EPS) reflected a basic and diluted rate of 32.74 per share (consolidated) and 32.45 per share (standalone) for the year ended March 31, 2026.
The financial metrics for the full financial year and the quarter ended March 31, 2026, are presented below:
Consolidated Financial Results (in Crore)
| Particulars | Q ended 31.03.26 (Audited) | Y ended 31.03.26 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue from operations | 13,544 | 40,844 |
| Total Income | 13,824 | 41,934 |
| Net Profit | 5,033 | 13,832 |
| Total Comprehensive Income | 5,515 | 13,603 |
| Basic EPS | 11.91 | 32.74 |
Standalone Financial Results (in Crore)
| Particulars | Q ended 31.03.26 (Audited) | Y ended 31.03.26 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue from operations | 13,488 | 40,658 |
| Total Income | 13,768 | 41,751 |
| Net Profit | 4,997 | 13,712 |
| Total Comprehensive Income | 5,479 | 13,483 |
| Basic EPS | 11.83 | 32.45 |
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Snapshot
The company's total assets reached Rs 34,490 crore (consolidated) and Rs 34,418 crore (standalone) as of March 31, 2026. The total equity and liabilities also stood at these figures.Consolidated Balance Sheet (in Crore)
| Particulars | As at 31.03.26 | As at 31.03.25 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 34,490 | 42,370 |
| Total Equity and Liabilities | 34,490 | 42,370 |
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement (in Crore)
| Particulars | Year ended 31.03.26 | Year ended 31.03.25 |
|---|---|---|
| Cash flows from operations | 21,560 | 17,545 |
| Cash flows from investing activities | (8,760) | (2,658) |
| Cash flows from financing activities | (7,901) | (11,411) |
| Net increase in cash and cash equivalents | 201 | 43 |
Strategic Investments and Agreements
The Company also reported continued investment in the Power Delivery Agreement (PDA 3) with Serentica Renewables India Private Limited or its affiliates. This agreement sources 530 MW of renewable power on a Round The Clock (RTC) basis for 25 years. The total investment in PDA 3 amounts to Rs 278 crore as of March 31, 2026.Operational Segment Revenue
The segment revenue demonstrates the diversified nature of the business. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the total operating income reached Rs 40,844 crores (consolidated), with the primary segments contributing significantly:Consolidated Segment Revenue (in Crore)
| Segment | Year ended 31.03.26 | Year ended 31.03.25 |
|---|---|---|
| Zinc, Lead and Silver | 39,057 | 26,774 |
| Wind Energy | 135 | 137 |
| Total Operating Income | 40,844 | 34,083 |
Market Performance Metrics
The company maintained a stable profile across various financial ratios. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the following key metrics were recorded:Key Financial Ratios (in times)
| Metric | FY ended 31.03.26 | FY ended 31.03.25 |
|---|---|---|
| Debt-Equity Ratio | 0.36 | 0.80 |
| Current Ratio | 2.17 | 1.37 |
| Total Debts to Total Assets | 0.19 | 0.31 |
| Current Liability Ratio | 0.39 | 0.40 |
HINDZINC Stock Price Movement
As of 2:28 PM, shares of Hindustan Zinc Limited are slipping by 1.71% in live trading, currently marking ₹582 on a volume of 6.91 million shares. The stock trades significantly off its day's opening and remains well below its intraday high of ₹598.5.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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