Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC, BSE: 500188), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, announced robust Q4 FY25 results marked by a 47% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) to ₹3,759 crore. Revenue grew 20% YoY to ₹9,568 crore, driven by operational efficiency and strategic cost management.
Operational Excellence:
The company achieved its highest-ever mined metal production of 1,095 kilotonnes (kt) in Q4, a 17% quarter-on-quarter increase. Refined metal output rose 4% QoQ to 1,052 kt, while silver production surged 10% to 258 tonnes. Hindustan Zinc reported a 16-quarter low cost of production at $994 per tonne, reflecting a 5% YoY improvement through operational streamlining and technology adoption.
Metal reserves crossed 13 million tonnes for the first time since transitioning to underground mining, ensuring a 25+ year mine life. The company added 453 million tonnes to its resource base in FY25, maintaining its position as the world’s second-largest zinc resource holder.
Sustainability and Innovation:
Hindustan Zinc solidified its global ESG leadership by ranking first in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the Metals & Mining sector. The company launched Asia’s first low-carbon zinc brand, EcoZen, with a 75% smaller carbon footprint than industry averages. Renewable energy accounted for 13% of total power consumption, supported by 168 MW of commissioned solar capacity.
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The company reduced freshwater usage by 7% against its 2020 baseline and treated 32% of operational water needs through municipal sewage recycling. Biodiversity initiatives included India’s first TNFD-aligned report and Miyawaki afforestation projects across smelting complexes.
Financial and Strategic Highlights:
FY25 marked Hindustan Zinc’s second-best financial year, with revenue growing 18% to ₹32,509 crore and EBITDA rising 28% to ₹15,201 crore. The company contributed ₹18,734 crore to the national exchequer, a 42% YoY increase. Return on capital employed (ROCE) reached an all-time high of 58%, underscoring operational efficiency.
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Published on: April 24, 2025 / M Vishnu
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