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Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. (IN:HSCL)
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Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. (HSCL) Price & Analysis

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HSCL Stock Chart & Stats

₹493.80
₹8.85(1.55%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹493.80
₹8.85(1.55%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Margin Expansion & ProfitabilitySustained margin expansion to mid-teens net and ~20% EBIT indicates strong cost structure, pricing power, and operational efficiency. This healthier profitability provides durable earnings buffer, funds reinvestment in specialty grades, and supports returns through business cycles over 2–6 months.
Healthy Low-leverage Balance SheetMarked reduction in leverage and stronger equity base give the company financial flexibility to fund capex, manage working capital swings, and pursue strategic initiatives. Low leverage also reduces refinancing risk and strengthens resilience to industry cyclicality over the medium term.
Integrated Feedstock-to-specialty ModelVertical integration allows conversion of coal tar into diverse, higher-value products (pitch, carbon black, naphthalene), supporting margin capture and product mix optimization. Diversified end markets (aluminum, electrodes, tire/rubber) reduce single-market dependency and underpin durable revenue streams.
Bears Say
Weak And Volatile Cash GenerationInconsistent operating cash flow and a shift to negative free cash flow point to working-capital pressure or higher reinvestment needs. That weakens the company's ability to sustainably fund growth, pay down obligations, or return capital without relying on external financing.
Slowing Revenue GrowthA sharp moderation in top-line growth reduces operating leverage benefits and makes sustaining recent margin gains harder. Slower revenue expansion increases reliance on product-mix or pricing to drive earnings and raises execution risk across industrial end markets.
Feedstock & Commodity ExposureDependence on coal-tar feedstock and commodity-linked pricing creates structural margin volatility and supply risk. Unfavorable feedstock moves or constrained availability can compress spreads on downstream specialty products and pressure profitability over the medium term.

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HSCL FAQ

What was Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. lowest stock price was ₹420.00 and its highest was ₹707.75 in the past 12 months.
    What is Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s market cap?
    Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s market cap is ₹343.32B.
      When is Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 21, 2026 which is in 39 days.
        How were Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported ₹4.04 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ₹4.1 by -₹0.06.
          Is Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. pay dividends?
            Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ₹0.8 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.12%. See more information on Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. dividends here
              What is Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. have?
              Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. has 504,541,600 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd. reported an EPS of ₹4.04 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ₹4.1. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.543%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:HSCL
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                    Company Description

                    Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd.

                    Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited (HSCL) is an India-based company with an international presence, engaged in the production and distribution of an extensive portfolio of carbon materials and specialized chemicals. Its diverse product line features various coal tar pitches, including those specifically designed as binders for aluminum and graphite applications, impregnated pitches, mesophase and refractory grades, ultramarine blue pitches, and pitch creosote mixtures. Additionally, it supplies pitches tailored for industrial crucibles and blocks. The company also manufactures carbon materials such as coke in granular and powdered forms, along with synthetic and natural graphite powder crucial for power battery manufacturing. Other core offerings include carbon black, and refined naphthalene, which serves as a key ingredient for dyes, intermediates, and mothballs. For the construction and industrial sectors, HSCL provides sulphonated naphthalene formaldehyde and polycarboxylate ether, vital components for concrete, agrochemical products, rubber, and gypsum board production. Furthermore, it develops anti-corrosion solutions for a wide array of applications, including chemical factories, industrial vessels, water treatment facilities, breweries, and milk chilling plants. A range of specialty oils is also marketed, encompassing light creosote, wash/gas scrubbing oils, phenyl grade oils, wood preservative/creosote oils, anthracene oil, carbon black oils, and fuel oils. Its catalog extends to include coal flow and bulk density enhancers, BTX products, and various industrial solvents. The firm also generates power through the utilization of fuel gas. These materials are integral to numerous industries, finding utility in areas such as lithium-ion batteries, aluminum smelting, graphite manufacturing, infrastructure development, tire production, mechanical rubber goods, plastics, and the creation of dyes and intermediates. Established in 1987, the company is headquartered in Kolkata, India. It was formerly known as Himadri Chemicals & Industries Limited before adopting its current name in July 2016.

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