Hindalco shares gain 2% after beating estimates in Q2 report: Should you buy?
India TodayShares of Hindalco rose by 2.6% on Tuesday, reaching a high of Rs 672.20 on the Bombay Stock Exchange, following strong financial resulyts for Q2 FY25. The profit surge was largely driven by strong operational performance in Hindalco’s India business, favourable market conditions, and effective cost control measures. The brokerage highlighted the strong Q2 performance across Hindalco’s India operations and noted the absence of any significant negatives in the quarterly report. JP Morgan expects a slight upward revision in the FY25 consensus estimates following this strong quarterly showing, signalling confidence in Hindalco’s ability to sustain its growth trajectory. Additionally, Investec acknowledged that Hindalco’s India operations have an advantageous position concerning bauxite lease expirations when compared to local competitors, ensuring steady raw material supply for continued production.