# Hindustan Zinc Reports Record Q1 Net Profit of US$ 578 Million, Up 145% YoY; Highest-Ever EBITDA Driven by Strong Production and Lowest Cost of Production

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- Published: 2026-07-24T20:08:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

UDAIPUR and MUMBAI, India, July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hindustan Zinc Limited, 
the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top 10 silver producers
globally, commenced FY27 with its strongest-ever first-quarter performance. The 
company reported best-ever quarterly revenue from operations of US$ 1,453 million,
up 77% YoY, highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of US$ 854 million, up 109% YoY, and record
quarterly net profit of US$ 578 million, up 145% YoY. The robust financial performance
was underpinned by its highest-ever first-quarter mined metal production of 268 
KT and the lowest-ever quarterly zinc cost of production of US$ 851 per tonne, reflecting
sustained operational excellence, disciplined cost management and industry-leading
competitiveness.

Hindustan Zinc delivered record profitability, strong cash generation and resilient
margins, reinforcing its position among the world’s lowest-cost zinc producers while
creating a strong platform for long-term growth.

The Board has appointed Mr. Amarendu Prakash as Chief Executive Officer & Whole-
time Director effective August 01, 2026. A distinguished leader with over three 
decades of experience in India’s steel sector, he previously served as Chairman &
Managing Director of SAIL. Mr. Amit Gupta assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer
effective June 01, 2026, bringing deep expertise in strategic finance and capital
allocation.

Commenting on the performance, Arun Misra, Chief Executive Officer, said: "We have
started the year on a strong note with our highest-ever first-quarter mined metal
production of 268 KT for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting the strength of 
our world-class assets and our relentless focus on operational excellence. Our debottlenecking
initiatives continue to enhance refined metal production and reinforce our position
as one of the world’s lowest-cost zinc producers. As demand for zinc continues to
be driven by infrastructure and the energy transition, we remain committed to delivering
responsible growth and long-term value for our stakeholders."

**_Note: __Quarterly zinc cost of production is excluding royalty and is the lowest
since underground transitionUSD-INR rate is 94.58 for the quarter

**About Hindustan Zinc**

Hindustan Zinc Limited is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer. The company
has been recognized as the world’s most sustainable metals & mining company by the
S&P Global CSA 2025 for the third consecutive year and the first Indian company 
to become an ICMM member.

 

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