Hyderabad: Hindustan Copper Limited reported a record rise in Hindustan Copper PBT during FY26. The company said profit before tax increased by 95 per cent to ₹1,232.73 crore from ₹633.51 crore in FY25. Officials described it as the highest profit before tax in the company’s history.
The Miniratna public sector company also reported its highest-ever revenue from operations. Revenue increased by 49 per cent to ₹3,077.92 crore in FY26 from ₹2,070.96 crore in the previous financial year. Profit after tax also rose sharply by 97 per cent to ₹920.67 crore during the period.
The company said EBITDA margin improved to 48.7 per cent in FY26 compared with 37.97 per cent in FY25. The Board of Directors approved the audited financial results during a meeting held in Kolkata on Friday. Directors also recommended a final dividend for shareholders in addition to the interim dividend paid in March 2026.
Hindustan Copper PBT supported by higher production
The company reported ore production of 3.67 million tonnes during FY26, reflecting growth of 6 per cent over the previous year. Metal in concentrate production also increased by 9 per cent to 27,421 tonnes. Officials said copper MIC sales reached 27,369 tonnes during the financial year, recording growth of 12 per cent compared with FY25.
The board also discussed expansion plans linked to the company’s Corporate Plan 2030. Officials reviewed funding strategies and future investment proposals during the meeting. The company stated that operational growth, improved production, and stronger sales supported the rise in Hindustan Copper PBT during FY26.