Hindalco Industries Share Price Today (HINDALCO)
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HINDALCO fell 1.3% on light volume, in line with Nifty's -0.4% move, supported by recent strong earnings.
With a market cap of ₹2.12 L Cr., it trades at a P/E of 15.84. Track live valuations, technical indicators, and peers comparison below. Check delivery conviction and recent filings to build your view.
How good is this company?
Overall performance across 5 key dimensions.
Hindalco Industries flags & news
Key strengths, potential risks, and recent updates.
Green Flags
- ●Strong Price MomentumRobust returns of 53.8% over 1Y
- ●Reasonable ValuationTrading at a moderate P/E of 15.8x
- ●Virtually Debt-FreeVery low Debt-to-Equity of 0.01x
- ●Positive Free Cash FlowFCF has been positive for 3 consecutive years
- ●Zero Pledge RiskNo recent active promoter pledging found
Red Flags
- ●Earnings DeclineEPS (TTM) has contracted by 50.9% YoY
- ●Rising Receivables vs SalesReceivables grew 17.0% outpacing sales growth of 10.4%
Latest Hindalco Industries News
What changed recently?
Recent events, corporate actions, and announcements.
Hindalco Industries Ltd valuation: P/E, P/B and sector benchmarks.
Twelve years of multiples investors have paid for Hindalco Industries Ltd, framed against the sector median so the premium or discount is obvious at a glance.
Hindalco Industries Ltd trades at a P/E of 15.84× and P/B of 1.55×, against the Metals & Mining sector median P/E of 16.30×.
Market-priced ratios use the latest available quote; accounting metrics use the latest reported filing. Compare values with matched peers and the company's own history.
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Hindalco Industries Ltd technical analysis: indicators, pivots and CPR.
Live RSI, MACD and moving-average signals plus today's pivot and Central Pivot Range levels for Hindalco Industries Ltd — derived from the live tape, not yesterday's close.
Hindalco Industries Ltd last traded at ₹942.8 with an intraday range of ₹939.7–₹950.9 — live indicator, pivot and CPR signals below.
Pivot points
Standard pivot — most widely referenced.
Pivot levels · Classic
Live: ₹942.80| Level | Price (₹) | Distance | % Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| R4 | 971.63 | +28.83 | +3.06% |
| R3 | 960.43 | +17.63 | +1.87% |
| R2 | 955.67 | +12.87 | +1.36% |
| R1 | 949.23 | +6.43 | +0.68% |
| PIVOT | 944.47 | 1.67 | 0.18% |
| CURRENT | 942.80 | — | — |
| S1 | 938.03 | -4.77 | -0.51% |
| S2 | 933.27 | -9.53 | -1.01% |
| S3 | 926.83 | -15.97 | -1.69% |
| S4 | 915.63 | -27.17 | -2.88% |
HINDALCO is trading Below CPR, indicating Bearishness
CPR is Average
Day's range: ₹942.7–₹950.9
Trading Below opening range, showing Bearishness
Hindalco Industries Ltd financials: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, ratios.
Reported annual and quarterly results for Hindalco Industries Ltd — consolidated or standalone — with margins, YoY growth and key ratios inline.
Hindalco Industries Ltd reports its full P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and ratios on this page — current market capitalisation of ₹2.12 L Cr. and reported EPS of ₹60.14.
| Metric | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 2,38,496 | 2,74,944 ▲ 15.3% |
| Sales Growth YoY %Derived | 10.43% | 15.28% |
| Other Income | 2,708 | 2,889 ▲ 6.7% |
| Total Income | 2,41,204 | 2,77,833 ▲ 15.2% |
| 1,44,949 | 1,77,038 ▲ 22.1% | |
| Gross ProfitDerived | 93,547 | 97,906 ▲ 4.7% |
| Gross Margin %Derived | 39.22% | 35.61% |
| 61,742 | 63,022 ▲ 2.1% | |
| EBITDA (Operating Profit)Derived | 31,805 | 34,884 ▲ 9.7% |
| OPM %Derived | 13.34% | 12.69% |
| 10,421 | 5,347 ▼ 48.7% | |
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 22,334 | 18,500 ▼ 17.2% |
| 6,335 | 5,105 ▼ 19.4% | |
| Effective Tax %Derived | 28.36% | 27.59% |
| Profit/Loss from Discontinued Ops | — | — |
| Total Profit for Period | 16,002 | 13,391 ▼ 16.3% |
| Less: Non-controlling Interests | 1 | — ▼ 100.0% |
| Net Profit (Owner's PAT)Derived | 16,001 | 13,391 ▼ 16.3% |
| Net Profit Margin %Derived | 6.71% | 4.87% |
| PAT Growth YoY %Derived | 57.57% | -16.31% |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS ₹) | 71.20 | 59.59 ▼ 16.3% |
| Diluted Shares Outstanding (Cr) | 225 | 225 ▲ 0.0% |
| Share of Profit from Associates/JVs | 3 | -4 ▼ 233.3% |
| Other Comprehensive Income (Net of Tax) | 2,366 | 728 ▼ 69.2% |
| Total Expenses (incl. D&A & Interest) | 2,18,870 | 2,59,333 ▲ 18.5% |
| Material Cost % of RevenueDerived | 61.25% | 68.97% |
| Employee Cost % of RevenueDerived | 6.46% | 6.24% |
| Other Cost % of RevenueDerived | 19.43% | 16.68% |
| Interest Coverage (x)Derived | 7.00x | 7.49x |
| Period | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 1,15,809 | 1,30,542 ▲ 12.7% | 1,18,144 ▼ 9.5% | 1,31,985 ▲ 11.7% | 1,95,059 ▲ 47.8% | 2,23,202 ▲ 14.4% | 2,15,962 ▼ 3.2% | 2,38,496 ▲ 10.4% | 2,74,944 ▲ 15.3% | |
| Sales Growth YoY %Derived | — | 12.72% | -9.50% | 11.72% | 47.79% | 14.43% | -3.24% | 10.43% | 15.28% | |
| Other Income | 1,105 | 1,127 ▲ 2.0% | 1,186 ▲ 5.2% | 1,222 ▲ 3.0% | 1,136 ▼ 7.0% | 1,257 ▲ 10.7% | 1,496 ▲ 19.0% | 2,708 ▲ 81.0% | 2,889 ▲ 6.7% | |
| Total Income | 1,16,913 | 1,31,669 ▲ 12.6% | 1,19,330 ▼ 9.4% | 1,33,207 ▲ 11.6% | 1,96,195 ▲ 47.3% | 2,24,459 ▲ 14.4% | 2,17,458 ▼ 3.1% | 2,41,204 ▲ 10.9% | 2,77,833 ▲ 15.2% | |
68,879 | 78,689 ▲ 14.2% | 68,271 ▼ 13.2% | 76,582 ▲ 12.2% | 1,17,540 ▲ 53.5% | 1,40,770 ▲ 19.8% | 1,33,855 ▼ 4.9% | 1,44,949 ▲ 8.3% | 1,77,038 ▲ 22.1% | ||
| Gross ProfitDerived | 46,929 | 51,853 ▲ 10.5% | 49,873 ▼ 3.8% | 55,403 ▲ 11.1% | 77,519 ▲ 39.9% | 82,432 ▲ 6.3% | 82,107 ▼ 0.4% | 93,547 ▲ 13.9% | 97,906 ▲ 4.7% | |
| Gross Margin %Derived | 40.52% | 39.72% | 42.21% | 41.98% | 39.74% | 36.93% | 38.02% | 39.22% | 35.61% | |
33,109 | 36,342 ▲ 9.8% | 35,567 ▼ 2.1% | 37,867 ▲ 6.5% | 49,172 ▲ 29.9% | 59,766 ▲ 21.5% | 58,235 ▼ 2.6% | 61,742 ▲ 6.0% | 63,022 ▲ 2.1% | ||
| EBITDA (Operating Profit)Derived | 13,820 | 15,511 ▲ 12.2% | 14,306 ▼ 7.8% | 17,536 ▲ 22.6% | 28,347 ▲ 61.7% | 22,666 ▼ 20.0% | 23,872 ▲ 5.3% | 31,805 ▲ 33.2% | 34,884 ▲ 9.7% | |
| OPM %Derived | 11.93% | 11.88% | 12.11% | 13.29% | 14.53% | 10.15% | 11.05% | 13.34% | 12.69% | |
10,066 | 8,556 ▼ 15.0% | 9,004 ▲ 5.2% | 9,874 ▲ 9.7% | 11,079 ▲ 12.2% | 10,773 ▼ 2.8% | 11,400 ▲ 5.8% | 10,421 ▼ 8.6% | 5,347 ▼ 48.7% | ||
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 8,157 | 8,083 ▼ 0.9% | 5,920 ▼ 26.8% | 7,900 ▲ 33.4% | 19,568 ▲ 147.7% | 13,232 ▼ 32.4% | 14,010 ▲ 5.9% | 22,334 ▲ 59.4% | 18,500 ▼ 17.2% | |
2,074 | 2,588 ▲ 24.8% | 2,157 ▼ 16.7% | 2,723 ▲ 26.2% | 5,373 ▲ 97.3% | 3,144 ▼ 41.5% | 3,857 ▲ 22.7% | 6,335 ▲ 64.2% | 5,105 ▼ 19.4% | ||
| Effective Tax %Derived | 25.43% | 32.02% | 36.44% | 34.47% | 27.46% | 23.76% | 27.53% | 28.36% | 27.59% | |
| Profit/Loss from Discontinued Ops | — | — | — | -1,699 | -471 ▲ 72.3% | — ▲ 100.0% | — | — | — | |
| Total Profit for Period | 6,083 | 5,495 ▼ 9.7% | 3,767 ▼ 31.4% | 5,182 ▲ 37.6% | 13,730 ▲ 165.0% | 10,097 ▼ 26.5% | 10,155 ▲ 0.6% | 16,002 ▲ 57.6% | 13,391 ▼ 16.3% | |
| Less: Non-controlling Interests | -0 | -1 ▼ 1220.0% | — ▲ 100.0% | — | — | — | — | 1 | — ▼ 100.0% | |
| Net Profit (Owner's PAT)Derived | 6,083 | 5,496 ▼ 9.7% | 3,767 ▼ 31.5% | 5,182 ▲ 37.6% | 13,730 ▲ 165.0% | 10,097 ▼ 26.5% | 10,155 ▲ 0.6% | 16,001 ▲ 57.6% | 13,391 ▼ 16.3% | |
| Net Profit Margin %Derived | 5.25% | 4.21% | 3.19% | 3.93% | 7.04% | 4.52% | 4.70% | 6.71% | 4.87% | |
| PAT Growth YoY %Derived | — | -9.65% | -31.46% | 37.56% | 164.96% | -26.46% | 0.57% | 57.57% | -16.31% | |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS ₹) | 27.10 | 24.47 ▼ 9.7% | 16.77 ▼ 31.5% | 15.50 ▼ 7.6% | 61.10 ▲ 294.2% | 44.93 ▼ 26.5% | 45.19 ▲ 0.6% | 71.20 ▲ 57.6% | 59.59 ▼ 16.3% | |
| Diluted Shares Outstanding (Cr) | 224 | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | 225 ▲ 0.0% | |
| Share of Profit from Associates/JVs | — | — | — | 5 | 6 ▲ 20.0% | 9 ▲ 50.0% | 2 ▼ 77.8% | 3 ▲ 50.0% | -4 ▼ 233.3% | |
| Other Comprehensive Income (Net of Tax) | 2,991 | -2,752 ▼ 192.0% | -2,723 ▲ 1.0% | 4,784 ▲ 275.7% | -1,148 ▼ 124.0% | 7,460 ▲ 749.8% | 1,930 ▼ 74.1% | 2,366 ▲ 22.6% | 728 ▼ 69.2% | |
| Total Expenses (incl. D&A & Interest) | 1,08,756 | 1,23,586 ▲ 13.6% | 1,13,410 ▼ 8.2% | 1,25,307 ▲ 10.5% | 1,76,627 ▲ 41.0% | 2,11,227 ▲ 19.6% | 2,03,448 ▼ 3.7% | 2,18,870 ▲ 7.6% | 2,59,333 ▲ 18.5% | |
| Material Cost % of RevenueDerived | 61.19% | 59.80% | 57.58% | 58.82% | 64.25% | 60.92% | 60.55% | 61.25% | 68.97% | |
| Employee Cost % of RevenueDerived | 7.46% | 6.93% | 7.48% | 8.17% | 6.12% | 5.85% | 6.84% | 6.46% | 6.24% | |
| Other Cost % of RevenueDerived | 21.12% | 20.91% | 22.63% | 20.52% | 19.09% | 20.92% | 20.12% | 19.43% | 16.68% | |
| Interest Coverage (x)Derived | 2.38x | 2.84x | 2.20x | 2.92x | 5.74x | 4.27x | 4.24x | 7.00x | 7.49x |
Hindalco Industries segment analysis : revenue and profit mix.
Disclosed business segments at Hindalco Industries with their share of revenue and profit, switchable between consolidated and standalone reporting.
Hindalco Industries discloses revenue and profit across multiple business segments — toggle between consolidated and standalone views to see the mix.
Segment-wise Financial Analysis
The Bull, Bear, and Flip case for Hindalco Industries Ltd.
Our AI distills the core fundamental drivers supporting Hindalco Industries Ltd, the risks that threaten it, and the quantitative conditions that could weaken the thesis.
Hindalco Industries Ltd's investment case rests on 10 positive markers and 10 flagged concerns drawn from the latest reported filings.
What you're getting.
Market cap ₹2.15 LCr establishes dominant position in metals sector.
Operating margin 12.70% demonstrates strong profitability above sector median.
ROCE 13.20% and ROE 13.00% reflect efficient capital deployment.
Low P/E of 15.76x offers attractive valuation versus sector peers.
Operating cash flow ₹8,036 Cr supports dividends and growth investments.
Key Risks.
Latest quarterly EPS declined 50.8% YoY despite revenue growth.
TTM EPS declined 50.9% YoY, signaling significant earnings pressure.
Debt ₹0.99 LCr with D/E 0.73 raises moderate leverage concerns.
Negative free cash flow ₹26,490 Cr in FY26 indicates cash burn.
Dividend yield 0.52% provides minimal income for conservative investors.
Flip Conditions.
Valuation risk. a P/E above 21 (~1.3× the sector multiple of 16.3) would leave less room for earnings disappointment.
Reassess if quarterly profit growth turns negative for two consecutive quarters. The bull case relies on compounding earnings.
Watch interest coverage if debt-to-equity climbs above 1.23. Balance sheet risk re-prices growth multiples fast.
Return-quality risk. ROE below 8% would indicate weaker capital compounding.
Hindalco Industries Ltd peer comparison — same-sector benchmarks.
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Hindalco Industries Ltd chart patterns: breakouts, tops and bottoms.
Auto-detected classical chart patterns for Hindalco Industries Ltd — Double Top/Bottom, Head & Shoulders, Triple Bottom and more — with break levels, targets and quality scores across Intraday, Daily and Weekly timeframes.
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Hindalco Industries Ltd delivery volume — last 20 sessions of conviction.
Daily traded volume and delivery percentage for Hindalco Industries Ltd over 20 sessions — the gap between intraday flipping and genuine accumulation.
Latest session delivery in Hindalco Industries Ltd stood at 71.1% of traded volume, against a 20-day average of 57.4%.
Hindalco Industries announcements: results, concalls, ratings, M&A.
Filings Hindalco Industries sent to the exchanges, sequenced as they hit the tape — concall transcripts, results, credit ratings and presentations.
Hindalco Industries files concall transcripts, results, credit ratings and corporate-action notices on the NSE and BSE exchange portals — latest 197 documents below.
Copy of Newspaper Publication
Newspaper Advertisement(s) regarding Notice of Special Window for Re-lodgement of Transfer Requests of Physical Shares.
Certificate under SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
Hindalco Industries Limited has informed the Exchange about Compliance Certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the Securities and Exchange Board of…
Copy of Newspaper Publication
Hindalco Industries Limited has informed the Exchange about Newspaper advertisement of 67th Annual General Meeting.
Copy of Newspaper Publication
Hindalco Industries Limited has informed the Exchange about Copy of Newspaper Publication about Second 100‑Days Campaign Saksham Niveshak
Trading Window
Hindalco Industries Limited has informed the Exchange regarding the Trading Window closure pursuant to SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading)…
Investor decks & rating reports.
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Hindalco Industries dividend history, splits and bonus issues.
Every dividend, stock split and bonus issue Hindalco Industries has declared, sequenced by announce and record date.
Hindalco Industries corporate-action history below covers all declared dividends, stock splits and bonus issues recorded with NSE and BSE.
About Hindalco Industries Ltd: business, sector, key facts.
What Hindalco Industries Ltd does, where it operates, the people running it, and the numbers that describe the entity behind the ticker.
Hindalco Industries Ltd operates in the Aluminium industry under the Metals & Mining sector, listed as NSE: HINDALCO, BSE: 500440.
Hindalco Industries Limited is a leading integrated aluminum and copper producer with a global presence. Its operations span the entire value chain, from raw material sourcing and processing to the manufacturing and sale of a diverse range of finished products. The company's portfolio caters to a broad spectrum of industries, reflecting its strategic position within the global metals market.
The company's principal business segments include Novelis (a significant player in the global aluminum rolled products market), Aluminium Upstream (focused on alumina and primary aluminum production), Aluminium Downstream (processing primary aluminum into various value-added products like extrusions, foils, and flat rolled products), and Copper (producing copper cathodes and rods). This integrated structure allows Hindalco to control costs and ensure consistent product quality across its diverse product lines.
Hindalco's aluminum products are used extensively in the automotive, construction, packaging, and consumer goods sectors. They offer a wide range of aluminum solutions, including sheets, coils, plates, extrusions, and foils, marketed under various brand names such as Hindalco Extrusions, Everlast, Freshwrapp, and Superwrap. These products are tailored to meet the specific requirements of different industries, reflecting the company's commitment to product innovation and customization.
In addition to aluminum, Hindalco's copper segment produces copper cathodes and rods for applications in the automotive, electrical, and renewable energy sectors. The company also produces and sells various by-products resulting from its aluminum and copper operations, such as phosphoric acid, sulfuric acid, and alumina hydrate, demonstrating its commitment to efficient resource utilization and waste minimization. Its copper products are marketed under the Birla Balwan brand.
Hindalco's strategic infrastructure includes an all-weather jetty facilitating efficient raw material import and product export, further enhancing its operational efficiency and market competitiveness. The company's long history, dating back to 1958, and its diversified product portfolio establish it as a key player in the global metals industry, continuously adapting to evolving market demands and technological advancements.
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Questions investors ask about Hindalco Industries Ltd (HINDALCO).
Quick answers grounded in this page's data — price action, fundamentals, ratios and ownership.
01What is the current share price of Hindalco Industries Ltd (HINDALCO)?
The current share price of Hindalco Industries Ltd (HINDALCO) is ₹942.8. Today, the stock has declined by ₹12.85 (1.34%), trading in a range of ₹939.7 to ₹950.9. The stock opened at ₹947.6 with a trading volume of 44,94,329 shares.
02Is Hindalco Industries Ltd stock a good investment for long-term?
Hindalco Industries Ltd can be considered for long-term investment based on several factors. The company has a market capitalization of ₹2,12,037.06 crores, P/E ratio of 15.84, ROE of 13.00%, and ROCE of 13.20%. The dividend yield stands at 0.53%. However, investment decisions should be based on your financial goals, risk appetite, and thorough research. It's recommended to consult with a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions.
03What is the 52-week high and low price of Hindalco Industries Ltd stock?
The 52-week high price of Hindalco Industries Ltd (HINDALCO) is ₹1,176, while the 52-week low is ₹657.5. Currently trading at ₹942.8, the stock is 55.0% away from its 52-week low and 19.8% below its 52-week high. These levels help investors understand the stock's price volatility and trading range over the past year.
04Should I buy Hindalco Industries Ltd stock at the current price?
Whether to buy Hindalco Industries Ltd stock at ₹942.8 depends on multiple factors. The stock is currently trading with a P/E ratio of 15.84 and P/B ratio of 1.55. Today's performance shows a loss of 1.34%. Consider analyzing the company's fundamentals, technical indicators, industry trends, and your investment horizon. Compare these metrics with industry peers and consult a financial advisor for personalized advice.
05What is the dividend yield of Hindalco Industries Ltd and when is the next dividend?
Hindalco Industries Ltd offers a dividend yield of 0.53%, which means for every ₹100 invested at the current price of ₹942.8, you can expect to receive approximately ₹0.53 annually as dividends. The face value of the stock is ₹1.00. For information about the next dividend announcement and ex-dividend date, please check the company's official announcements or visit the BSE/NSE websites.
06What are the key financial ratios and metrics of Hindalco Industries Ltd?
Hindalco Industries Ltd's key financial metrics include: P/E Ratio: 15.84, P/B Ratio: 1.55, ROE: 13.00%, ROCE: 13.20%, Dividend Yield: 0.53%, EPS: ₹60.14, Book Value: ₹615.28, and Debt-to-Equity: 0.73. The company's market cap stands at ₹2,12,037.06 crores. These metrics help evaluate the company's valuation, profitability, and financial health.
07How is Hindalco Industries Ltd stock performing today in the market?
Hindalco Industries Ltd stock opened at ₹947.6 and is currently trading at ₹942.8, showing a decline of ₹12.85 (1.34%). The intraday high is ₹950.9 and low is ₹939.7. The trading volume stands at 44,94,329 shares, indicating strong market participation today.
08What is the P/E ratio of Hindalco Industries Ltd and what does it indicate?
Hindalco Industries Ltd has a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 15.84, which means investors are willing to pay ₹15.84 for every ₹1 of earnings. With an EPS of ₹60.14, this P/E ratio indicates moderate valuation in line with market standards. Compare this with industry peers and historical P/E ratios for better context.
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