Hindustan Construction Company's Q3 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results
- 13 Feb 2026
Result Summary
- Hindustan Construction Company Ltd reported a 2.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Dec (Q3 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 9.8%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 5.0% QoQ and down 24.7% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 83.1% QoQ and decreased 120.7% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Hindustan Construction Company Ltd stood at 0.04 during Q3 FY 2025-26.
Financial Statments for Q3 FY 2025-26
Total Income | 961.52 | 983.25 | 1066.16 | -2.2% | -9.8% |
Total Expenses | 985.98 | 938.72 | 1309.89 | 5.0% | -24.7% |
Profit Before Tax | 13.35 | 44.53 | 285.92 | -70.0% | -95.3% |
Tax | 7.32 | -5.48 | 272.57 | -233.6% | -97.3% |
Profit After Tax | 8.07 | 47.78 | -38.92 | -83.1% | -120.7% |
Earnings Per Share | 0.04 | 0.26 | -0.23 | -84.6% | -117.4% |
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Company Overview
Hindustan Construction Company Ltd (HCC) is a leading player in the infrastructure development sector in India. The company specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, including engineering and construction services for roads, bridges, tunnels, power plants, and other major public works. HCC has a long-standing reputation for executing complex projects and has been involved in some of India's most significant infrastructure developments. As of the latest data, there are no specific recent major developments mentioned, but the company continues to operate within the infrastructure and construction industry.
Revenue
In the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q3FY26), Hindustan Construction Company Ltd reported a total income of ₹961.52 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decrease of 2.2% from ₹983.25 crores in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q2FY26). On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, the total income decreased by 9.8% from ₹1066.16 crores in the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q3FY25). The decrease in revenue both QoQ and YoY indicates challenges in maintaining or growing income levels compared to previous periods.
Profitability
The company's profitability has shown significant fluctuations over the periods. In Q3FY26, the profit before tax was ₹13.35 crores, which is a steep decline of 70.0% QoQ from ₹44.53 crores in Q2FY26. Compared to the same quarter last year (Q3FY25), there is a substantial drop of 95.3% from ₹285.92 crores. The tax expense for Q3FY26 was ₹7.32 crores, compared to a tax credit of ₹-5.48 crores in Q2FY26 and a tax expense of ₹272.57 crores in Q3FY25. This resulted in a profit after tax of ₹8.07 crores for Q3FY26, a significant decline of 83.1% QoQ from ₹47.78 crores in Q2FY26. However, it shows a positive shift compared to a loss of ₹-38.92 crores in Q3FY25. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q3FY26 was ₹0.04, down by 84.6% QoQ from ₹0.26 in Q2FY26, but improved YoY from a negative EPS of ₹-0.23 in Q3FY25.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for Hindustan Construction Company Ltd increased by 5.0% QoQ to ₹985.98 crores in Q3FY26 from ₹938.72 crores in Q2FY26. However, there is a notable decrease of 24.7% YoY from ₹1309.89 crores in Q3FY25. This reduction in expenses YoY could be attributed to cost control measures or changes in project execution. Despite the decrease in total income, the company has managed to reduce its expenses significantly compared to the previous year. However, the increase in expenses QoQ suggests potential challenges in maintaining operational efficiency.