Hindustan Copper shines bright with a power-packed Q2 FY26: Know the results

Athira Sethu

Kochi, 12 Dec 2025

Hindustan Copper delivered a robust financial performance in Q2 FY26, driven by significant growth in income and improved profitability. The state-owned miner reported an 85% rise in net profit, supported by strong operational momentum.

Financial Performance Comparison (Q2 FY25 vs Q2 FY26)

Metric	Q2 FY25	Q2 FY26	Growth
Net Profit (₹ crore)	101.67	186.02	+83%
Total Income (₹ crore)	550.05	728.95	+33%
Expenses (₹ crore)	414.73	480.32	+16%

Operational Overview

Area	Details
Sector	Exploration, mining & beneficiation of copper ore
Primary Output	Copper concentrate
Governing Ministry	Ministry of Mines

Mining Operations (Active Mines)

Mine	State
Malanjkhand	Madhya Pradesh
Khetri	Rajasthan
Ghatsila	Jharkhand

Smelting & Refining Facilities

Facility	Location	Status
Primary Smelter & Refinery	Ghatsila, Jharkhand	Suspended since 2019
Secondary Smelter & Refinery	Jhagadia, Gujarat	Suspended since 2019
Continuous Cast Copper Wire Rod Plant	Taloja, Maharashtra	Active

Key Highlights

Highlight	Description
Profit Surge	85% YoY growth due to higher income
Income Boost	₹728.95 crore, up from ₹550.05 crore
Controlled Expense Growth	Expenses rose only 16% YoY
Facility Status	Two major smelter/refinery units remain suspended