NALCO Share Price Rises 1.9%; Touches Fresh 52-Week High on Nov 11

NALCO share price (NSE: NATIONALUM) has been gaining attention on Tuesday. On November 11, 2025, NALCO share price opened at ₹258.00, up from its previous close of ₹257.36. At 10:11 AM, the share price of NALCO was trading at ₹262.20, up by 1.90% on the NSE. Notably, the stock price hit its 52-week high at ₹264.17, today. The market cap of the company stood at ₹48,119.75 crore. 

Recently, the company announced its financial performance for the first half of FY2026. 

Financial Performance

For the first half of FY 2025–26, NALCO reported a significant 50.15% year-on-year increase in net profit, reaching ₹2,497 crore compared to ₹1,663 crore in the same period last year. The strong growth reflects higher efficiency, better realisation, and record operational output.

Record Production and Sales

NALCO achieved its highest-ever production levels in Alumina Hydrate, Calcined Alumina, and Aluminium Cast Metal during H1 FY26. The company produced 11.53 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of Alumina Hydrate and 2.34 lakh MT of Aluminium Cast Metal, marking new records in its operational history.

On the sales front, the company achieved its best-ever Alumina sales of 6.99 lakh MT, surpassing the previous record of 6.56 lakh MT set in FY 2013–14. Domestic metal sales also reached an all-time high of 2.25 lakh MT, reflecting strong market demand and effective sales strategy.

Dividend Announcement

NALCO’s Board has declared an interim dividend of ₹4 per equity share, equivalent to 80% on the face value of ₹5, amounting to ₹734.65 crore for FY 2025–26. This move underscores the company’s strong financial health and commitment to rewarding shareholders.

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Conclusion

NALCO’s stellar financial and operational performance in H1 FY26, coupled with its 52-week stock high, highlights its leadership in the aluminium sector. 

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