NSE: HINDZINC · 22 October 2026
- Hindustan Zinc Limited shares declined 1.33% today, settling at ₹518.00 after moving within a day's range of ₹507.40 to ₹518.00. The stock opened lower at ₹516.00 compared to its previous close of ₹525.00, reflecting early selling pressure.
- Hindustan Zinc reported its financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering a record quarterly net profit of ₹6,412 crore, up 142% year-on-year. Revenue from operations reached a highest-ever ₹15,093 crore, driven by higher metal prices, increased production, and a stronger dollar, alongside an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 62%.
- Trading volume was 2.30 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Hindustan Zinc share price falling on 22 October 2026?
Hindustan Zinc Limited shares declined 1.33% today, settling at ₹518.00 after moving within a day's range of ₹507.40 to ₹518.00. The stock opened lower at ₹516.00 compared to its previous close of ₹525.00, reflecting early selling pressure.
The broader market and sector benchmarks also experienced downward pressure during the session. The Nifty index declined 0.88%, while the Nifty Metal sector benchmark fell more steeply by 2.22%, indicating broader weakness across metal equities. Hindustan Zinc's move appears consistent with broader sector sentiment and recent downward momentum, following a 5-day return of -4.07% and a 20-day return of -12.28%.
While today's price action aligns with broader sector weakness in metal stocks, the company recently reported robust financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, posting a record quarterly net profit of ₹6,412 crore and revenue from operations of ₹15,093 crore. Additionally, shareholders recently approved the appointment of Amarendu Prakash as Whole-time Director and CEO through a postal ballot concluded on October 16, 2026. However, these developments serve as ongoing fundamental context rather than immediate short-term triggers for today's intraday decline.
74.51 lakh shares traded by 22 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 32.46 lakh shares (2.30 times). The five-day average daily volume was 43.22 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 22 October 2026 showed 36.38 lakh shares delivered, representing 48.82% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 107,562 trades.
Hindustan Zinc shares fell 1.33% amid heightened volume (2.30 times the 20-day average) in line with a broader downturn across metal equities, where the Nifty Metal sector dropped 2.22%. The downward move reflects ongoing sectoral headwinds and a continuation of recent short-term weakness, despite strong underlying quarterly earnings fundamentals.
Latest Company Developments
Hindustan Zinc reported its financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering a record quarterly net profit of ₹6,412 crore, up 142% year-on-year. Revenue from operations reached a highest-ever ₹15,093 crore, driven by higher metal prices, increased production, and a stronger dollar, alongside an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 62%.
Demonstrates exceptional operational efficiency and profitability amid favorable commodity pricing trends.
The company announced the voting results of its postal ballot where shareholders overwhelmingly approved the appointment of Mr. Amarendu Prakash as a Director and Whole-time Director designated as Chief Executive Officer for a three-year term effective August 1, 2026. Members also approved the appointment of Dr. Yogesh Attray as an Independent Director.
Formalizes top-tier leadership structure to steer the company's strategic mining and energy transition initiatives.
The company released its production update for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, highlighting a record second quarter mined metal production of 271 thousand tonnes, up 5% year-on-year, and best-ever refined metal production of 264 thousand tonnes. Silver production also surged 20% year-on-year to 173 tonnes.
Underpins the robust revenue growth and volume expansion across core metal segments.
Volumes should continue to grow even if prices soften: Hindustan Zinc CEO Business Standard
Hindustan Zinc shares fall 3% post-Q2 results; Motilal Oswal gives 'neutral' rating for Vedanta group… Moneycontrol.com
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 1.77% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 1.41% on 30 June 2026, a change of +0.36 percentage points.
The filing reported 43 MF/UTI holders.
What to Watch Next
- Execution of ongoing decarbonisation initiatives and deployment of EV trucks at mining sites
- Global zinc and silver price trends on the London Metal Exchange and London Bullion Market Association
- Sustained delivery volumes relative to the 48.82% delivery percentage observed in the latest trading session
- Management commentary regarding cost of production trends and renewable energy power consumption targets
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Hindustan Zinc company news?
Hindustan Zinc reported its financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering a record quarterly net profit of ₹6,412 crore, up 142% year-on-year. Revenue from operations reached a highest-ever ₹15,093 crore, driven by higher metal prices, increased production, and a stronger dollar, alongside an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 62%.
How strong was Hindustan Zinc’s trading volume?
74.51 lakh shares traded, 2.30 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 22 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 September 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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