Hindustan Zinc Q2 FY27 results reported a 142 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹6,412 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. Higher metal prices, increased production and a stronger dollar supported the company’s performance.
The Vedanta group company had reported a net profit of ₹2,649 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, according to its BSE filing.
Revenue from operations increased 76.5 per cent to ₹15,093 crore in the second quarter of FY27. Revenue stood at ₹8,549 crore in the year-ago period.
The company’s earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose 108 per cent year-on-year to ₹9,285 crore during the quarter.
Hindustan Zinc Q2 FY27 results driven by metal prices and production
Hindustan Zinc attributed its revenue growth to higher metal prices, increased metal production, improved by-product realisation and a stronger dollar.
The company also reported record mined metal production during the quarter, alongside higher refined metal and silver output.
Mined metal production increased 5 per cent year-on-year to 2,71,000 tonnes in Q2 FY27. Refined metal production rose 7 per cent to 2,64,000 tonnes.
Silver production climbed 20 per cent year-on-year to 173 tonnes, contributing to the company’s profitability.
Chief Executive Officer Amarendu Prakash said record quarterly mined and refined metal production demonstrated the strength of the company’s operations, assets and workforce.
He added that Hindustan Zinc remained focused on disciplined growth, artificial intelligence-led innovation and expanding its critical minerals portfolio. These priorities aim to support India’s energy transition while delivering long-term value to stakeholders.
Hindustan Zinc’s cash position and borrowings
Hindustan Zinc reported gross investments and cash of ₹17,439 crore as of September 30, 2026. Its total outstanding borrowings stood at ₹6,171 crore on the same date.
Chief Financial Officer Amit Gupta said the company remained committed to investing in growth, maintaining financial resilience and creating long-term shareholder value.
Hindustan Zinc’s position in the global metals market
Hindustan Zinc is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and ranks among the top 10 silver producers globally.
The company supplies metals to more than 30 countries. It also holds approximately 74 per cent of India’s primary zinc market.
Its latest quarterly performance reflects higher production volumes and favourable metal prices, alongside improved realisations and currency support.
