India's metals sector is witnessing robust growth, driven by strong domestic demand and rising production. In FY25 (April–December), crude steel output reached 84.95 MT, while aluminium production stood at 3.15 million tonnes, maintaining India’s position as the second-largest aluminium producer.
Iron ore output also rose 3% year-on-year to 182.6 MMT. With the steel industry growing 14% in CY24—outpacing GDP growth—the sector shows strong momentum, making top metal stocks attractive investment options in India’s evolving industrial landscape.
For metal stocks, a consistent high 5Y CAGR indicates robust demand for their products, effective business expansion, or successful cost management, suggesting a resilient and growing business in a cyclical industry.
Here is a breakdown of India’s top metal stocks based on market cap and 5Y CAGR (as of June 3 2025):
Name | Market Cap (₹ crore) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
33,200.79 | 42.32 | |
1,41,161.89 | 34.92 | |
1,68,865.36 | 34.86 | |
3,823.43 | 66.96 | |
354.75 | 64.86 |
A "Navratna" public sector enterprise in India, NALCO is one of the country's largest integrated bauxite-alumina-aluminium-power complexes. They are involved in bauxite mining, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and power generation. NALCO is known for being a low-cost producer of bauxite and alumina globally and is a significant foreign exchange earner for India.
Key Metrics:
EPS (Q): ₹11.26
ROCE: 44.45%
The metals flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, Hindalco is a global leader in aluminium and copper. With its subsidiary Novelis, it's one of the largest aluminium rolling and recycling companies worldwide. They have integrated operations encompassing bauxite and coal mining, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and the production of a wide range of aluminium and copper value-added products for various industries like automotive, packaging, and construction.
Key Metrics:
EPS (Q): ₹23.80
ROCE: 15.03%
A diversified natural resources company, Vedanta operates in multiple segments including oil and gas, zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, steel, nickel, and aluminium. They are involved in the exploration, extraction, and processing of these minerals, making them a significant player in India's mining and metals sector.
Key Metrics:
EPS (Q): ₹8.92
ROCE: 33.61%
This company is a leading multi-mineral solutions provider with a global presence. They are primarily engaged in the mining, manufacturing, and trading of various minerals and their derivative products, including bentonite and bauxite. Their products find applications across diverse industries, from oil and gas drilling to foundries and ceramics.
Key Metrics:
EPS (Q): ₹9.08
ROCE: 20.75%
Nitin Castings specializes in the manufacturing of alloy steel castings, including static centrifugal and investment castings. They cater to a wide range of industries such as cement, steel, power, oil and gas, and other engineering sectors, both in India and internationally.
Key Metrics:
EPS (Q): ₹4.77
ROCE: 22.55%
EBITDA margin shows a company's operational profitability before considering non-operating expenses or accounting decisions. In the capital-intensive metals sector, a healthy EBITDA margin signifies efficient core operations and strong pricing power, crucial for generating sufficient cash flow to cover debt and investments.
Here is a breakdown of India’s top metal stocks based on EBITDA margin (as of June 3 2025):
Name | EBITDA Margin (₹crore) |
45.87 | |
13.94 | |
30.21 | |
15.81 | |
12.47 |
For metal companies, which often require significant capital expenditure, a lower D/E ratio indicates a more stable financial structure, less reliance on borrowed funds, and a stronger ability to withstand market downturns or invest in new projects.
Here is a breakdown of India’s top metal stocks based on debt-to-equity ratio (as of June 3 2025):
Name | Debt to Equity |
0.0067 | |
0.5309 | |
2.0848 | |
1.0723 | |
0.0686 |
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India's metal sector is booming, fueled by strong domestic demand. Companies like NALCO, Hindalco, and Vedanta stand out, demonstrating resilience and growth across vital financial parameters, offering compelling investment opportunities in this dynamic industrial landscape.
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Published on: Jun 3, 2025, 2:50 PM IST
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