HPCL Reports Record Profits Amid Mixed Financial Health Indicators

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) has recently undergone a financial trend adjustment, reflecting a notable improvement in its performance metrics for the quarter ending March 2025. The company reported a profit before tax of Rs 3,764.05 crore, alongside a record profit after tax of Rs 3,415.44 crore, and an earnings per share of Rs 16.05, marking the highest figures in these categories for the quarter.
However, not all aspects of HPCL's financial health are positive. The profit after tax for the nine-month period stands at Rs 6,101.76 crore, which represents a decline of 34.03%. Additionally, the company's cash and cash equivalents have reached a low of Rs 253.80 crore, and the debtors turnover ratio is at its lowest point of 39.44 times.

In terms of market performance, HPCL has shown resilience compared to the Sensex. Over the past year, HPCL's stock has returned 17.08%, significantly outperforming the Sensex's 9.13%. Furthermore, over a three-year period, HPCL has achieved a remarkable return of 123.97%, compared to the Sensex's 47.06%. This performance highlights HPCL's strong market position within the oil exploration and refinery sector, despite facing some challenges in specific financial metrics.