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HINDALCO • NSE • F&O Stock
HINDALCO INDUSTRIES LTD traded at ₹955.40, -2.21% versus the previous close of ₹977.00. Latest market data: 28 Sep 2026 • 09:25 AM IST.
- The stock is -2.21% at ₹955.40.
- Likely reason: broad market weakness and short-term profit consolidation
- Approximate traded value is ₹32.86 crore.
- It is -18.76% from its 52-week high and +28.27% from its 52-week low.
- The stock is being compared with Nifty Metal alongside the Nifty 50.
HINDALCO INDUSTRIES LTD Share Price Today – Market Snapshot
Why Is HINDALCO INDUSTRIES LTD Share Price Falling Today?
Hindalco Industries Ltd (HINDALCO) traded down 2.21% at ₹955.40, moving near the lower end of its intraday range of ₹954.10 to ₹966.60 during the session. Trading volumes were subdued, with volume standing at roughly 0.11x of its 5-day and 20-day averages, indicating lighter participation compared to normal daily activity.
The stock's negative trajectory tracked a broader market pullback, as the Nifty benchmark slipped 1.01% on the same trading day. Hindalco's recent price action reflects mild downward pressure, with a 5-day return of -2.81% and a 20-day return of -6.09%, placing it in a short-term consolidation phase after retreating from its 52-week high of ₹1,176.00.
Although no immediate same-day operational catalyst triggered today's drop, the company remains in focus following its strategic expansion moves late last month, including the commissioning of India's first superfine PPT ATH plant in Karnataka to strengthen cable fire safety. Additionally, the stock recently faced routine positioning shifts as traders wind down near the September 2026 derivatives expiry.
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- Nifty fell 1.01% on the same trading day.
- Hindalco volume remained low at 0.11x of its 20-day average.
- 20-day return stands at -6.09%, indicating ongoing mild consolidation.
Performance Context
Cash-Market Activity
| Today’s Volume | 343,952 |
|---|---|
| 5-Day Avg. Volume | 3,157,220 |
| 20-Day Avg. Volume | 3,039,461 |
| Volume vs 20-Day Avg. | 0.11x |
| Delivery Quantity | 1,485,726 |
| Delivery % | 60.16% |
| Number of Trades | 44,556 |
Derivative-Market Activity
| Near-Month Futures | ₹976.60 |
|---|---|
| Cash Reference | ₹977.00 |
| Premium / Discount | ₹-0.40 (-0.04%) |
| Change in Premium | ₹1.40 |
| Futures Volume | 16,017 |
| Volume vs Previous Session | 1.08x |
| Open Interest | 15,321,600 |
| OI vs Previous Session | 0.60x |
Recent Brokerage Views
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WittyTrades Data Insight
Price Position: The stock is near the lower end of the day’s trading range.
Move From Open: -1.16%.
Intraday Range: 1.28% of the previous close.
5-Day Performance: -2.81%; 20-Day Performance: -6.09%.
Latest Company Developments
Relative Performance
| HINDALCO INDUSTRIES LTD | -2.21% |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | -1.01% |
| Nifty Metal | N/A |
| Vs Nifty 50 | -1.20% |
| Vs Sector | N/A |
Technical Context
| Price | ₹955.40 |
|---|---|
| Day High / Low | ₹966.60 / ₹954.10 |
| 52-Week High | ₹1,176.00 |
| 52-Week Low | ₹744.85 |
| 5-Day Return | -2.81% |
| 20-Day Return | -6.09% |
What Should Traders and Investors Watch Next?
- Upcoming announcement of unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2026.
- Derivatives rollover and positioning trends ahead of the September 2026 expiry cycle.
- Performance and operational updates from overseas subsidiary Novelis.
- Execution progress on announced downstream expansion and specialty plant projects.
Catalyst note: No single confirmed company-specific trigger was identified for today's price drop, which aligns with overall metal sector and market weakness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the likely reason for today’s move?
The stock declined alongside the broader Nifty index in a low-volume session, extending its recent 20-day correction without any specific negative news catalyst.
Is trading volume elevated?
Today’s volume is 343,952. The latest 20-day average available is 3,039,461, equivalent to about 0.11x of the recent average.
What does the derivatives market show?
The latest official NSE F&O report is summarised in the Derivative-Market Activity box above.
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