World’s Largest Zinc Producer Company Posts Q4 PAT of Rs 5,033 Crore, Up 68% YoY; Margin Expands to 57%

The Indian equity markets are trading on a weak note on Friday, with the Nifty 50 at 23,920.80, down 252.25 points or 1.04 per cent. Despite the benchmark indices remaining under pressure, stock-specific action continues across sectors, even as broader markets show mixed trends. Amid this, Hindustan Zinc was trading at Rs 592.00, down Rs 0.10 or 0.02 per cent during the session, following the announcement of its Q4FY26 financial results.

Hindustan Zinc Q4FY26 Results: Operational and Financial Performance

Hindustan Zinc reported a strong operational and financial performance in Q4FY26, supported by higher production and favourable commodity prices. Revenue stood at Rs 13,544 crore, registering a growth of 49 per cent YoY and 23 per cent QoQ, driven by higher zinc and silver prices, improved volumes, and better by-product realisations.

EBITDA came in at Rs 7,747 crore, up 61 per cent YoY and 27 per cent QoQ, reflecting strong operating leverage. The company reported an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 57 per cent, improving by around 420 basis points YoY.

Profit after Tax (PAT) stood at Rs 5,033 crore, up 68 per cent YoY and 29 per cent QoQ, marking a record quarterly performance.

Hindustan Zinc Production and Cost Metrics

The company reported record mined metal production of 315 Kt and refined metal production of 282 Kt during the quarter. Zinc cost of production stood at $903 per tonne, improving by 9 per cent YoY, supported by lower power costs, higher domestic coal usage, and improved by-product realisation.

Silver production stood at 176 tonnes, registering an 11 per cent QoQ growth, contributing significantly to profitability.

Hindustan Zinc FY26 Annual Performance

For FY26, revenue stood at Rs 40,844 crore, reflecting a growth of 20 per cent YoY. EBITDA for the year came in at Rs 22,162 crore, up 27 per cent YoY, with EBITDA margin at 54 per cent. Profit after tax for FY26 stood at Rs 13,832 crore, registering a growth of 34 per cent YoY, supported by strong operational performance and cost efficiency.

Reserves & Business Overview

Hindustan Zinc Ltd reported record ore reserves and resources of 468.6 million tonnes, providing a mine life of over 25 years, ensuring strong long-term production visibility. The company is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top global silver producers, with operations spanning mining, SMElting, and refining. It supplies to over 40 countries and holds a dominant position in India’s zinc market.

The company continues to focus on cost leadership, operational efficiency, and expansion into critical minerals, positioning itself as a key player in the global metals and energy transition ecosystem.

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