Hindustan Zinc Posts Record ₹11,881 Crore Profit in Q2 FY27, Up 142% YoY

Hindustan Zinc Ltd. disclosed a net profit of ₹11,881 crore for the second quarter of fiscal 2027, a record for the company. The figure represents a 142% year‑on‑year rise, surpassing analysts’ expectations. The surge was driven by higher zinc and lead prices, as well as improved margins across the firm’s mining and smelting operations. Management highlighted that the company’s focus on cost control and productivity gains contributed to the robust bottom line. The results are expected to buoy investor sentiment and may influence the company’s dividend policy for the year.