Hindalco Q3 Net Profit Crashes 57% on One-Time Loss

Hindalco Industries Ltd. reported a sharp 57% sequential decline in consolidated net profit for the quarter ended December 2025, as a one-time loss significantly impacted its bottom line. The Aditya Birla Group flagship posted a net profit of Rs 2,049 crore, compared with Rs 4,741 crore in the preceding quarter, according to financial results announced on Tuesday.

Despite the steep drop in profit, the company’s revenue remained largely stable. Consolidated revenue rose 0.7% to Rs 66,521 crore from Rs 66,058 crore in the previous quarter, reflecting steady operational performance amid a challenging global commodities environment. However, profitability was dented by exceptional costs during the period.

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) fell 10.8% to Rs 7,994 crore, down from Rs 8,996 crore in the prior quarter. The EBITDA margin also narrowed to 12%, compared with 13.6% previously, indicating pressure on operating margins.

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The decline in net profit was primarily attributed to a one-time cost of Rs 2,610 crore incurred during the quarter. The exceptional expense stemmed from a fire incident at the company’s Oswego plant in New York, which led to financial adjustments and weighed on overall earnings.

Hindalco, one of India’s largest aluminium and copper producers, operates globally through its subsidiary Novelis and other units. Market participants will closely monitor the company’s recovery trajectory in the coming quarters, particularly the impact of the Oswego incident and broader trends in metal prices and global demand.

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