Introduction
Leading zinc producer reported Q3 FY26 production of 276 kt mined metal, 270 kt refined metal, 158 tonnes silver, and 50 MU wind power, with refined lead declining 11% year-on-year.
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Share price movement of Hindustan Zinc
On January 5, 2026, Hindustan Zinc Ltd opened at ₹636.05, up 1.15% from its previous close of ₹628.60. The stock reached a high of ₹638.95 (1.65%) and a low of ₹623.00 (-0.88%). By 12:41 PM, it traded at ₹624.65, down 0.63%, with a market cap of ₹2,63,934.55 crore.
Hindustan Zinc Reports Q3 Production
Hindustan Zinc Limited announced its Q3 FY26 production numbers. Third-quarter mined metal reached 276 kt, up 11% YoY, driven by higher ore production and improved operational efficiency.
Refined metal production hit a record 270 kt in Q3 FY26. Debottlenecking at Chanderiya and Dariba, ramp-up of 160 Ktpa roaster at Debari, and better plant availability supported this growth.
Refined lead production fell 11% YoY due to prior pyro operations in lead-only mode. Saleable silver increased 10% QoQ to 158 metric tonnes. Wind power generation rose 5% YoY to 50 MU.
Stock performance of Hindustan Zinc for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
Hindustan Zinc Ltd delivered a 1.66% return over the past week, it gained 48.0% in the past six months. The stock rose 34.0% over the past year.
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Shareholding pattern of Hindustan Zinc
| Particulars | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 |
| Promoter | 61.80% | 61.80% | 63.40% |
| FII | 1.30% | 1.40% | 1.40% |
| DII | 32.80% | 32.70% | 32.10% |
| Public | 4.00% | 4.10% | 3.10% |
About Hindustan Zinc
Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, top silver producer, ESG leader, and pioneer in low-carbon EcoZen zinc and social initiatives.
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FAQs
Q: Why is Hindustan Zinc Ltd share price in focus today?
A: Hindustan Zinc Ltd share price is in focus after Q3 FY26 report: mined metal 276 kt, refined metal 270 kt, silver 158 tonnes, refined lead down 11%, wind power 50 MU.
Q: What does Hindustan Zinc Ltd specialize in?
A: Hindustan Zinc Ltd specializes in producing zinc, silver, and lead, supplying critical metals to over 40 countries with integrated mining and refining operations.
Q: What is the 52-week high and low of Hindustan Zinc Ltd stock?
A: Hindustan Zinc Ltd stock 52-week high is ₹656.25 and 52-week low is ₹378.65.
