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NHPC Raises ₹1,945 Crore via Bonds; Stock in Focus Despite 52% Profit Drop

Written by: Kusum KumariUpdated on: May 7, 2025, 1:14 PM IST
NHPC raises ₹1,945 crore via bonds even as Q3 FY25 profit plunges 52%. Stock falls 3.6% but stays in focus with 79% gains in 2 years and strong investor interest.
NHPC Raises ₹1,945 Crore via Bonds; Stock in Focus Despite 52% Profit Drop
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NHPC share price is in focus after the state-run power company raised ₹1,945 crore through bonds. According to a stock exchange filing, the company issued Unsecured, Redeemable, Non-Convertible, Non-Cumulative, and Taxable 6.86% AF Series Bonds 2040 on a private placement basis on May 6, 2025.

Stock Performance

NHPC shares closed 3.60% lower at ₹81.62 on Tuesday on the BSE. The company’s market capitalisation stands at ₹82,007 crore.

  • The stock has fallen 20% over the past year, but gained 79% in the last two years.
  • It hit a 52-week high of ₹118.85 on July 15, 2024, and a 52-week low of ₹71.01 on February 12, 2025.

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Q3 FY25 Financial Performance

For the third quarter ended December 31, 2024:

  • Net profit dropped 52.5% YoY to ₹231 crore from ₹486.7 crore.

  • Revenue rose 11.3% to ₹2,286.8 crore from ₹2,055.5 crore YoY.

  • EBITDA increased 35.8% to ₹1,021.5 crore from ₹752.1 crore in the same period last year.

About NHPC

NHPC Limited generates and sells bulk power to various utilities. Apart from power generation, the company is also involved in:

  • Project management and construction contracts

  • Consultancy services

  • Power trading

Its major power stations include Salal, Dulhasti, Kishanganga, Nimoo Bazgo, Chutak, Tanakpur, and Chamera among others.

Conclusion

Despite a weak quarterly profit, NHPC’s fundraising shows strong investor interest and may support future expansion. Investors will watch how the capital is deployed and whether the stock can regain momentum.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.                                       

                                       

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Published on: May 7, 2025, 1:14 PM IST

Kusum Kumari

Kusum Kumari is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience in simplifying financial market concepts. Currently crafting insightful content at Angel One, She specialise in breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand pieces, blending expertise in market fundamentals and technical analysis.

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