Hindustan Zinc Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance with Sharp Profit Growth

Hindustan Zinc Limited announced its **unaudited consolidated and standalone financial results for Q3 and 9M FY26** (ended December 31, 2025) on **January 19, 2026**. The results were approved by the Board, with statutory auditors issuing an **unmodified limited review**, reflecting the robustness of reported numbers. For the December quarter, **consolidated revenue from operations surged to ₹10,980 crore**, registering a strong year-on-year growth from ₹8,549 crore in Q3 FY25. Profitability improved significantly, with **net profit rising to ₹3,916 crore**, compared to ₹2,678 crore a year ago. **Earnings per share (EPS)** for the quarter stood at **₹9.27**, highlighting solid operational leverage. The company’s core **Zinc, Lead & Silver segment** remained the primary growth driver, delivering **₹10,608 crore in revenue**, led by zinc and lead operations, while silver contributed meaningfully. Segment results before interest and tax stood at an impressive **₹5,189 crore**, underlining strong margins. The Wind Energy segment contributed a modest ₹19 crore to revenue. During the quarter, Hindustan Zinc also reported a **net exceptional gain of ₹25 crore**, primarily due to the reversal of earlier provisions. Management reiterated that recent short-seller allegations were **baseless and had no impact on financial performance**. Overall, the results reflect **strong commodity pricing, efficient cost management, and healthy cash generation**, reinforcing Hindustan Zinc’s position as a high-quality metal PSU. *Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.* 👉 *Follow for more earnings updates and market insights.*