Hindustan Zinc Share Price Rises After Declaring First Interim Dividend for FY26

On June 12, Hindustan Zinc share price opened at ₹518.50, slightly lower than the previous close of ₹520.55. However, the stock soon climbed by 2.22% to hit an intraday high of ₹530 after the company announced its first interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26.

Dividend Announcement and Record Date

The board approved an interim dividend of ₹10 per share, which is 500% of the face value of ₹2 per share. The record date for this dividend has been set as June 17, 2025.

Impact on Vedanta

Vedanta, the promoter of Hindustan Zinc, owns a 63.42% stake in the company. Based on this holding, Vedanta will receive ₹2,679 crore from the dividend payout.

Hindustan Zinc Dividend and Financial Performance

Hindustan Zinc’s last dividend payout was in August 2024, when it declared ₹19 per share. The company reported a strong March 2025 quarter, with a 47% rise in net profit to ₹3,003 crore and a 32% increase in EBITDA to ₹4,820 crore. The EBITDA margin improved to 53%, up from 48.3% a year ago.

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About Hindustan Zinc Limited

Hindustan Zinc Limited is an Indian company engaged in the integrated production of zinc, lead, silver, and cadmium. It operates as a subsidiary of Vedanta Limited.

Conclusion

Hindustan Zinc's announcement of a substantial interim dividend boosted investor confidence, leading to a rise in share price. The strong financial performance and consistent dividend payouts highlight the company’s stable growth, benefiting both retail investors and major stakeholders like Vedanta.

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