Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER): Hindustan Copper Share Price rises 3.23% as stock gains today
- August 26, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Hindustan Copper Share Price rose today, with the stock at Rs 550.40, up 3.23% from the previous close of Rs 533.20. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 55,463.66 Cr, placing the move in a clearly large listed market value context. Hindustan Copper Ltd. also traded between Rs 526.00 and Rs 551.80 during the session, and turnover was Rs 72.97 Cr. The supplied data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst.
This makes Hindustan Copper Stock News relevant for readers tracking same-day price rise, share price update and market cap-led context on Univest. The stock opened at Rs 527.00 and moved close to the day’s high, which frames today’s price action without adding any unsupported cause. Investors following Hindustan Copper Share Price Today may want to monitor how the move sits alongside the company’s valuation, earnings metrics and sector comparison.
Hindustan Copper Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 550.4 |
| Previous Close | Rs 533.2 |
| Today's Move | Rs 17.2 (+3.23%) |
| Open | Rs 527 |
| High | Rs 551.8 |
| Low | Rs 526 |
| Turnover | Rs 72.97 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 55,463.66 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) rose to Rs 550.4 from the previous close of Rs 533.2, a move of Rs 17.2 or 3.23%. The stock opened at Rs 527, reached a high of Rs 551.8, recorded a low of Rs 526.
Today’s session was constructive from the open itself. Hindustan Copper Share Price started at Rs 527.00, stayed above the day’s low of Rs 526.00, and advanced steadily enough to test the session high of Rs 551.80. That sequence suggests the stock held early support and then built on it through the day, rather than seeing a sharp fade after opening.
The close at Rs 550.40 leaves the stock only a small distance from the intraday high. In simple terms, that shows the buying interest was still present near the end of the session. For readers watching Hindustan Copper Share Price Today, that matters because a close near the high often reflects a session where gains were maintained instead of being fully given back.
The day’s move of Rs 17.20, or 3.23%, is meaningful because it came on a large-cap base of Rs 55,463.66 crore. The rise therefore adds to the market value of a widely tracked listed company and places the stock firmly in focus for same-day market updates. Turnover of Rs 72.97 Cr also helps show that the move occurred in an actively watched session, even though the supplied data does not point to a single trigger.
Another useful detail is the relationship between the open and the close. The stock opened below the final price and finished well above it, which shows an intraday upward bias. Hindustan Copper Share Price therefore did not simply spike briefly; instead, it spent the session rebuilding above the opening level and holding those gains into the close.
For market readers, this is the most important part of the update: the stock moved higher, stayed within a tight daily range, and ended close to the session peak. Those facts describe the market’s response on the day without making unsupported claims about why the rise happened. In this Hindustan Copper Share Price update, the price pattern itself is the clearest event-specific signal.
Seen alongside the opening print of Rs 527.00, the low of Rs 526.00, and the high of Rs 551.80, today’s move looks orderly rather than erratic. That kind of session helps explain why the stock is appearing in Hindustan Copper Stock News feeds and why readers following Hindustan Copper Share Price may view the day as a notable shift in near-term momentum.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 55,463.66 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 45.36x |
| P/B Ratio | 13.96x |
| ROE | 18.9% |
| ROCE | 24% |
| EPS | Rs 11.75 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 38.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.54% |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) fundamental metrics show P/E 45.36x, P/B 13.96x, ROE 18.9%, ROCE 24%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 55463.66 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 45.36x, P/B at 13.96x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 18.9% and ROCE of 24%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 11.75, book value per share of Rs 38.21, dividend yield of 0.54%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the supplied same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 17.26x, median ROE of 15.93%, median ROCE of 18.91%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Non – Ferrous Metals |
| Industry | Metal – Non Ferrous |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 45.36x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 17.26x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 23.28x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 5.46x to 123.74x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 13.96x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.91x |
| Company ROE | 18.9% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 15.93% |
| Company ROCE | 24% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 18.91% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 55,463.66 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 423.31 crore |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) is classified under sector: Non – Ferrous Metals and industry: Metal – Non Ferrous.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a P/E ratio of 45.36x, which is above the benchmark median of 17.26x, a difference of +162.8%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a ROE of 18.9%, which is above the benchmark median of 15.93%, a difference of +18.64%. Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a ROCE of 24%, which is above the benchmark median of 18.91%, a difference of +26.92%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindustan Zinc Ltd. | HINDZINC | 2,55,547.29 | 14.65 | 8.9 | 76.94 | 69.83 |
| Hindalco Industries Ltd. | HINDALCO | 2,37,127.34 | 14.39 | 1.64 | 10.26 | 10.45 |
| Vedanta Ltd. | VEDL | 1,08,356.85 | 5.46 | 1.96 | 27.59 | 18.72 |
| MALCO Energy Ltd. | VOGL | 15,238.78 | 0 | -34.89 | 0 | 0 |
| Gravita India Ltd. | GRAVITA | 13,337.19 | 33.92 | 5.2 | 21.53 | 21.95 |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a P/E ratio of 45.36x compared with the displayed peer median of 14.39x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 18.9% compares with a peer median of 21.53% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 24% versus the displayed peer median of 18.72%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a market capitalisation of Rs 55,463.66 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 3 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Hindustan Copper
- Hindustan Copper Share Price rose 3.23% today to Rs 550.40.
- The stock moved from Rs 527.00 to a day high of Rs 551.80.
- Turnover stood at Rs 72.97 Cr during the session.
- Market capitalisation is Rs 55,463.66 Cr.
- Its P/E of 45.36 and P/B of 13.96 remain above the sector median.
About Hindustan Copper
Hindustan Copper Ltd. operates in the Non – Ferrous Metals sector and the Metal – Non Ferrous industry. The company is part of the listed Indian metals universe and is tracked on both NSE and BSE. For readers following Hindustan Copper Stock News, the business context is important because the stock sits within a sector where peer valuations and profitability vary widely.
Hindustan Copper Share Price moves are therefore best read alongside financial ratios, market capitalisation and comparison with other metal names. Hindustan Copper Stock Performance can be assessed through its earnings-linked metrics such as EPS, book value, ROE and ROCE, while its price action today shows how the market is valuing the company in the near term. Univest presents this data in one place so readers can follow the stock without relying on scattered market updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Hindustan Copper Share Price rise today?
Ans. The supplied data confirms a 3.23% rise to Rs 550.40, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The session also included Rs 72.97 Cr turnover and a close near the day high, which describe the move clearly.
What is Hindustan Copper Share Price Today?
Ans. Hindustan Copper Share Price Today is Rs 550.40, which is Rs 17.20 above the previous close of Rs 533.20. The stock traded between Rs 526.00 and Rs 551.80 during the session, showing a firm upward day.
What is the market capitalisation of Hindustan Copper?
Ans. Hindustan Copper’s market capitalisation is Rs 55,463.66 Cr. That places the company well above the benchmark sector median of Rs 423.31 Cr and gives its price move a large-cap market context.
How does Hindustan Copper compare on valuation?
Ans. Hindustan Copper has a P/E of 45.36 and a P/B of 13.96. Both are above the sector median and average in the same-industry benchmark, so valuation remains an important part of the discussion.
What do Hindustan Copper’s profitability ratios show?
Ans. Hindustan Copper reports ROE of 18.90% and ROCE of 24.00%. Both are above the benchmark medians, which gives investors useful operating context alongside the day’s rise in Hindustan Copper Share Price.
What are Hindustan Copper EPS, book value and dividend yield?
Ans. Hindustan Copper reports EPS of Rs 11.75, book value of Rs 38.21 and dividend yield of 0.54%. These figures help explain the company’s earnings base, balance-sheet value and payout profile.
How does Hindustan Copper look versus its peers?
Ans. Compared with peers such as Hindustan Zinc, Hindalco, Vedanta and Gravita India, Hindustan Copper has a higher P/E and P/B than the displayed names. Its ROE and ROCE sit in the middle of the peer set.
