HAL Share Price Rebounds After Q1 Results Despite Profit Decline

Market Performance

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL share price) showed strong market activity on Tuesday after announcing its Q1 FY26 results.

• Opening Price (BSE): ₹4,455
• Previous Close: ₹4,446.20
• Intraday Low: ₹4,326.05 (down 2.7%)
• Intraday High: ₹4,488.45 (up 3.75% from low)
• Overall Change: Nearly 1% rise compared to previous close

The share price dipped ahead of results but rebounded sharply, reflecting investor interest despite a drop in profits.

Main News

In its April–June 2025 quarter, HAL reported a net profit of ₹1,377.15 crore, a 4.4% decline from ₹1,435.59 crore in the same period last year.

Key highlights from Q1 FY26:

• Revenue from Operations: ₹4,819.14 crore, up 11% year-on-year from ₹4,347.57 crore.
• Profit Before Tax: ₹1,847.69 crore, up 16.8% from ₹1,582.17 crore last year.

The profit decline was primarily due to higher tax expenses, even as operational performance improved.

Company Details

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd., a leading public sector aerospace and defense company, saw growth in revenue driven by its ongoing projects and operational efficiency. The rise in profit before tax suggests strong business fundamentals, although net profit was impacted by increased tax liabilities.

Dividend Announcement

The Board of Directors has announced a proposal for a final dividend of ₹15 per equity share, each with a face value of ₹5, marking a 300% payout for FY 2024–25.

• Record Date: 21 August 2025
• Subject to: This is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.

Summary

The HAL share price rebounded after Q1 results despite a decline in net profit. While higher taxes weighed on earnings, revenue growth of 11% and a strong profit before tax highlight a resilient performance. The announcement of a ₹15 dividend per share adds to shareholder value expectations.