Highlights
- Hindustan Zinc reported its highest-ever first-quarter mined metal production at 268 kt.
- Saleable metal production increased 4% year-on-year to 260 kt during Q1 FY27.
- Refined zinc production rose 6% year-on-year, while silver production remained broadly unchanged.
Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE:HINDZINC) has released its production update for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, reporting its highest-ever first-quarter mined metal production. According to the Company, mined metal production reached 268 thousand tonnes (kt) during Q1 FY27, compared with 265 kt in the corresponding quarter last year, representing a 1% year-on-year increase. The Company stated that the performance was mainly driven by better ore grades, marking the fifth consecutive year of record first-quarter mined metal production.
Saleable metal production increases
Saleable metal production stood at 260 kt during Q1 FY27, compared with 250 kt in Q1 FY26, reflecting a 4% year-on-year increase. On a sequential basis, saleable metal production declined from 282 kt reported in the preceding quarter.
The Company stated that refined metal production was supported by capacity unlocked through debottlenecking initiatives at the Chanderiya and Dariba plants, along with the 160 ktpa roaster at Debari. These gains were partially offset by planned maintenance activities during the quarter.
Refined zinc output rises while lead production declines
Refined zinc production increased to 213 kt in Q1 FY27 from 202 kt a year earlier, representing 6% year-on-year growth. Sequentially, production declined from 227 kt in Q4 FY26.
Refined lead production stood at 47 kt, compared with 48 kt in the corresponding quarter last year, reflecting a 2% decline. Compared with the previous quarter, refined lead production decreased from 55 kt.
Silver production remains stable
Saleable silver production was reported at 149 metric tonnes, broadly unchanged from 149 metric tonnes in Q1 FY26. The Company stated that silver production remained in line with lead production during the quarter.
In million-ounce terms, silver production stood at 4.8 million ounces, compared with 4.8 million ounces in the year-ago period.
Wind power generation reflects seasonal trends
Wind power generation during Q1 FY27 stood at 133 million units (MU), compared with 134 MU in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The Company stated that wind power generation was in line with wind velocity and seasonal conditions.
Key Risks
- Metal production may be affected by ore grade variations.
- Planned maintenance activities can influence quarterly output.
- Commodity price fluctuations may impact future financial performance.
- Seasonal wind conditions can affect renewable power generation.
Summary
Hindustan Zinc (NSE:HINDZINC) reported its highest-ever first-quarter mined metal production of 268 kt during Q1 FY27, supported by better ore grades. Saleable metal production increased 4% year-on-year to 260 kt, while refined zinc output rose 6%. Silver production remained broadly stable, and wind power generation reflected seasonal trends. The production update provides operational data ahead of the Company's quarterly financial results.
FAQs
Q: What was Hindustan Zinc's mined metal production in Q1 FY27?
A: Hindustan Zinc reported mined metal production of 268 thousand tonnes, its highest-ever first-quarter production.
Q: How did refined zinc production perform during Q1 FY27?
A: Refined zinc production increased 6% year-on-year to 213 thousand tonnes during the quarter.
Q: What supported Hindustan Zinc's refined metal production?
A: The Company attributed refined metal production to debottlenecking initiatives at Chanderiya and Dariba and the Debari roaster, partly offset by planned maintenance.