Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER): Hindustan Copper Share Price rises 2.13% to Rs 495.85
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Hindustan Copper Share Price rose today to Rs 495.85, up 2.13% from the previous close of Rs 485.50. The stock added Rs 10.35 in value during the session, and the company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 46,586.38 crore. Hindustan Copper Ltd. remains in focus in the Indian stock market because the move comes alongside a firm turnover of Rs 17.13 crore and a valuation that sits well above the industry median. The supplied data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. For readers tracking Hindustan Copper Share Price Today, the key points are the day’s move, the company’s premium multiples and how those compare with peers in the non-ferrous metals space.
In Univest coverage, Hindustan Copper Stock News is best read through today’s price action, company fundamentals and sector positioning rather than any unverified trigger. The stock opened at Rs 490.20, moved between Rs 487.05 and Rs 496.95, and stayed close to the day’s high. That range makes Hindustan Copper Share Price relevant for investors scanning Stocks in News and Stock Market Today updates. Univest is tracking the move as a factual share price rise, with the broader context coming from the company’s P/E, P/B, ROE, ROCE and peer comparison.
Hindustan Copper Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 495.85 |
| Previous Close | Rs 485.5 |
| Today's Move | Rs 10.35 (+2.13%) |
| Open | Rs 490.2 |
| High | Rs 496.95 |
| Low | Rs 487.05 |
| Turnover | Rs 17.13 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 46,586.38 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) rose to Rs 495.85 from the previous close of Rs 485.5, a move of Rs 10.35 or 2.13%. The stock opened at Rs 490.2, reached a high of Rs 496.95, recorded a low of Rs 487.05.
Hindustan Copper Share Price Today reflects a same-day gain of 2.13%, or Rs 10.35, with the stock closing the session at Rs 495.85 versus the previous close of Rs 485.50. The day’s open was Rs 490.20, the low was Rs 487.05 and the high was Rs 496.95, which placed the latest quote close to the upper end of the day’s range. Turnover stood at Rs 17.13 crore. This is a straightforward price rise story rather than a catalyst-led narrative, and the supplied data supports only the observed move, not the reason behind it.
For readers following Hindustan Copper Share Price, the day’s movement also matters because it places the stock among the more visible movers in the Share Market Today discussion. Univest highlights the session as a verified share price update, not as a prediction or a cause-based market call.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 46,586.38 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 41.3x |
| P/B Ratio | 12.71x |
| ROE | 30.67% |
| ROCE | 39.44% |
| EPS | Rs 11.75 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 38.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.59% |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) fundamental metrics show P/E 41.3x, P/B 12.71x, ROE 30.67%, ROCE 39.44%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 46586.38 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 41.3x, P/B at 12.71x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 30.67% and ROCE of 39.44%, 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 0.59%, 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 20.82x, median ROE of 16.91%, 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 | 41.3x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 20.82x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 56.59x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 5.1x to 988x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 12.71x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.85x |
| Company ROE | 30.67% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 16.91% |
| Company ROCE | 39.44% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 18.91% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 46,586.38 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 441 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 41.3x, which is above the benchmark median of 20.82x, a difference of +98.37%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a ROE of 30.67%, which is above the benchmark median of 16.91%, a difference of +81.37%. Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a ROCE of 39.44%, which is above the benchmark median of 18.91%, a difference of +108.57%.
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 | 2,40,188.26 | 14.2 | 8.62 | 76.94 | 69.83 |
| Hindalco Industries Ltd. | HINDALCO | 2,18,700.09 | 13.48 | 1.54 | 10.26 | 10.45 |
| Vedanta Ltd. | VEDL | 1,00,105.93 | 5.1 | 1.83 | 27.59 | 18.72 |
| MALCO Energy Ltd. | VOGL | 13,623.79 | 0 | -31.19 | 0 | 0 |
| Gravita India Ltd. | GRAVITA | 11,975.79 | 30.34 | 4.65 | 16.73 | 17.18 |
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a P/E ratio of 41.3x compared with the displayed peer median of 13.48x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 30.67% compares with a peer median of 16.73% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 39.44% versus the displayed peer median of 17.18%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HINDCOPPER) has a market capitalisation of Rs 46,586.38 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 3 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Hindustan Copper
- Hindustan Copper Share Price rose 2.13% today to Rs 495.85, adding Rs 10.35 versus the previous close of Rs 485.50.
- The stock traded between Rs 487.05 and Rs 496.95, with the session ending close to the day’s high.
- Market capitalisation stood at Rs 46,586.38 crore, placing Hindustan Copper in a substantial listed-company category.
- The stock’s P/E of 41.3 and P/B of 12.71 are well above the industry median in the supplied benchmark.
- ROE at 30.67%, ROCE at 39.44%, EPS at 11.75 and book value at Rs 38.21 provide the main fundamental context.
About Hindustan Copper
Hindustan Copper Ltd. is part of the Non – Ferrous Metals sector and the Metal – Non Ferrous industry. The company is known for its copper-focused business profile, and the supplied market data places it among notable listed names in the segment. For readers tracking Hindustan Copper Stock News and Hindustan Copper Company News, the key takeaway is that the stock combines a sizeable market capitalisation with return ratios that are higher than the industry median. That makes Hindustan Copper Share Price relevant not only for daily market movement, but also for company-level financial analysis.
The business context here is sector-linked: copper and non-ferrous metals companies are often compared on profitability, valuation and scale. Hindustan Copper Share Price Today therefore becomes more meaningful when viewed alongside the company’s earnings measures, book value and dividend yield. Univest keeps the company page focused on factual updates, helping users check Hindustan Copper NSE and Hindustan Copper BSE related references in one place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Hindustan Copper Share Price rise today?
Ans. The data shows Hindustan Copper Share Price rose 2.13% to Rs 495.85, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The move is confirmed by the day’s open, high, low and turnover figures.
What is Hindustan Copper Share Price today?
Ans. Hindustan Copper Share Price today is Rs 495.85, which is Rs 10.35 higher than the previous close of Rs 485.50. The stock moved between Rs 487.05 and Rs 496.95 during the session.
How much did Hindustan Copper share price gain today?
Ans. Hindustan Copper Share Price gained 2.13% on the day, equivalent to Rs 10.35. That move lifted the stock to Rs 495.85, with turnover at Rs 17.13 crore. The previous close was Rs 485.5.
What is Hindustan Copper market capitalisation?
Ans. Hindustan Copper market capitalisation stands at Rs 46,586.38 crore. Market capitalisation shows company size in the equity market and should be read alongside valuation and profitability metrics, not as a quality measure.
Is Hindustan Copper expensive on valuation?
Ans. Hindustan Copper Share Price trades at a P/E of 41.3 and P/B of 12.71, both above the industry median in the supplied benchmark. That places it at a premium relative to many peers.
How does Hindustan Copper compare with peers?
Ans. Hindustan Copper Share Price compares with peers such as Hindustan Zinc, Hindalco and Vedanta. Its P/B is the highest in the supplied peer set, while its ROE and ROCE are also stronger than several listed peers.
What do Hindustan Copper EPS and book value show?
Ans. Hindustan Copper EPS is 11.75 and book value is Rs 38.21. EPS reflects earnings attributable to each share, while book value indicates the accounting net worth behind each share at the current point in time.
What is Hindustan Copper dividend yield?
Ans. Hindustan Copper dividend yield is 0.59%. Dividend yield is a historical or current payout metric, so it helps with income context, but it does not guarantee future distributions or payment levels.
