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NHPC Limited (IN:NHPC)
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NHPC Stock Chart & Stats
₹83.62
-₹0.20(-0.25%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹83.62
-₹0.20(-0.25%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range₹68.66 - ₹92.30
Previous CloseN/A
Volume15.06M
Average Volume (3M)1.12M
Market Cap
₹753.68B
Enterprise Value₹1.17T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹30.48B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹449.23B
Price to Earnings (P/E)90.8
Beta1.13
Next Earnings
May 27, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.44%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.31
Shares Outstanding10,045,034,000
10 Day Avg. Volume870,126
30 Day Avg. Volume1,122,519
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.67
Price to Book (P/B)2.08
Price to Sales (P/S)7.96
P/FCF Ratio-21.59
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)4.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)₹125.26B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Gross MarginNHPC's gross profit margin consistently above 90% reflects the low variable-cost nature of hydropower generation and strong cost control. This durable margin buffer helps protect operating profitability through hydrology cycles and supports reinvestment capacity and coverage of fixed costs over the medium term.
Strong Equity Base & Stable ROEA solid equity ratio and stable return on equity provide financial resilience for capital-intensive hydro assets. The balance sheet strength improves borrowing capacity for new projects, cushions regulatory or hydrology shocks, and supports long-term project financing given NHPC's government ownership and strategic role in India’s power mix.
Operating Cash Flow StrengthRobust operating cash generation indicates the underlying generation business converts earnings into cash, aided by tariff frameworks and PPAs. Persistent OCF strength supports debt servicing and incremental capex even if free cash flow is temporarily negative, making core cash generation a durable operational advantage.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageLeverage rising to a debt-to-equity of ~1.05 increases interest and refinancing risk for a capital-intensive utility. Higher debt limits financial flexibility for new investments and exposes the company to rate and liquidity shocks, raising the probability that future earnings are more heavily absorbed by financing costs.
Negative Free Cash FlowMaterial negative free cash flow signals that investment and financing needs outpaced internal cash generation in 2025. Over the medium term this can force reliance on external funding or asset monetization, increasing financing costs and execution risk on new projects if negative FCF persists.
Declining Net Margins & Volatile RevenueA declining net margin alongside inconsistent revenue growth suggests pressures on bottom-line sustainability—potentially from rising operating/finance costs, tariff dynamics or hydrology variability. Structural margin erosion would reduce capacity to fund capex and dividends without further balance sheet leverage.
NHPC Limited News
NHPC FAQ
What was NHPC Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
NHPC Limited lowest stock price was ₹68.66 and its highest was ₹92.30 in the past 12 months.
What is NHPC Limited’s market cap?
NHPC Limited’s market cap is ₹753.68B.
When is NHPC Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
NHPC Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is May 27, 2026 which is in 72 days.
How were NHPC Limited’s earnings last quarter?
NHPC Limited released its earnings results on Feb 04, 2026. The company reported ₹0.31 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ₹0.8 by -₹0.49.
Is NHPC Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts NHPC Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does NHPC Limited pay dividends?
NHPC Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of ₹0.51 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.44%. See more information on NHPC Limited dividends here
What is NHPC Limited’s EPS estimate?
NHPC Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does NHPC Limited have?
NHPC Limited has 10,045,034,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to NHPC Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
NHPC Limited reported an EPS of ₹0.31 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ₹0.8. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.013%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of NHPC Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:NHPC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Company Description
NHPC Limited
NHPC Limited, together with its subsidiaries, generates and sells electricity in India. The company generates electricity through hydro, wind, and solar power stations. It owns and operates 24 power stations with an installed capacity of 7071.2 megawatts. The company also offers consultancy services in the areas of river basin studies; detailed survey and investigations; cost engineering; environmental impact assessment and environmental management plans; project reports, clearances, and investment decision; tendering for civil / mechanical /electrical works; contract management and assistance in procurement; equipment planning and management; construction planning and management; quality control and assurance; operation and maintenance; renovation, modernization, and uprating of hydropower stations; hydro power, tidal, wind, and geothermal development; lenders independent engineers/ review consultant/ techno commercial advisory services; projects execution; training / human resources development; and information technology and communication. In addition, it provides project management and construction contract services, as well as trades in power. The company sells electricity to bulk customers that include electricity utilities owned by state governments/private distribution companies. The company was formerly known as National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Ltd. NHPC Limited was incorporated in 1975 and is based in Faridabad, India.
Technical Analysis
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