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Hindustan Copper Ltd reported a stellar Q1 FY27 performance

Hindustan Copper Ltd reported a stellar Q1 FY27 performance with net profit surging 162% YoY to ₹352 crore and revenue up 81% to ₹936.5 crore, driven by strong global copper prices and mine expansion progress. The stock traded around ₹572 on 17 August 2026, gaining 8% intraday amid bullish sentiment. 📊 Q1 FY27 Financial Highlights Metric Q1 FY27 (June 2026) YoY Change Key Insights Revenue from Operations ₹ 936.50 crore +81% Boosted by higher copper prices and volume Profit Before Tax (PBT) ₹ 471.77 crore +163% Strong operational leverage Profit After Tax (PAT) ₹ 352.61 crore +162% Record quarterly profit EBITDA ₹ 507.5 crore +139% Margin expanded to 54% from 41% EPS ₹ 3.64 vs ₹ 1.39 last year +162% Reflects improved profitability 🏭 Operational & Strategic Updates Mine Expansion Plan: Targeting 12.2 MTPA ore production by 2030, up from 4.21 MTPA in FY26. Capex Roadmap: ₹ 7,188.9 crore planned over five years (₹ 450 crore FY27 → ₹ 2,227 crore FY29). New Projects: Reopening Jharkhand mines; new acquisitions in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh; exploration in Chile. Global Copper Prices: Crossed USD 14,000/MT, highest since January 2026, supporting profitability. 💹 Stock Performance (17 Aug 2026) Exchange Price Change Volume Trend BSE ₹ 572.50 +8.25% 1.95 million Bullish NSE ₹ 572.65 +8.24% 29.33 million Bullish 52‑Week Range ₹ 226.25 – ₹ 759.20 — — Strong recovery from lows Analysts note short‑term volatility due to profit‑booking but maintain a positive medium‑term outlook as copper demand rises with renewable energy and EV growth. 🏛️ Government Disinvestment Plans The Finance Ministry is preparing a 5% Offer for Sale (OFS) in Hindustan Copper during FY27, alongside Hindustan Zinc, MDL, and IRCTC. Merchant bankers have been appointed; launch timing depends on market conditions.