Hindustan Aeronautics LTd jump 3.17 Per cent – to 4769.20 per share – What happened ? let’s discuss
📊 Financial Performance & Order Book
Order Book: As of May 2025, HAL boasts an impressive order book of ₹1,84,000 crore, reflecting robust demand for its defense and aerospace products.
Q4 FY25 Results: The company reported a consolidated net profit of ₹3,977 crore, an 8% decline year-on-year, primarily due to delays in aircraft deliveries. Revenue stood at ₹13,700 crore, down 7% from the previous year.
Stock Performance: Despite short-term challenges, HAL’s stock has shown resilience, reflecting investor confidence in its long-term prospects.
✈️ Major Projects & Developments
- Tejas Mk1A Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)
Production Milestone: The first production series Tejas Mk1A completed its maiden flight in March 2024.
Upcoming Deliveries: HAL plans to deliver 16 to 24 Tejas Mk1A aircraft in FY 2025-26, with the Nashik facility set to roll out its first unit in June 2025.
- Prachand Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)
Significant Order: In March 2025, HAL secured a ₹62,700 crore contract for 156 Prachand helicopters, marking one of its largest indigenous defense deals.
- Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)
Prototype Development: The AMCA project received approval in March 2024, with the first prototype expected by late 2028. HAL is collaborating with DRDO and private partners on this fifth-generation stealth fighter program.
- Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)
Test Flight: In May 2025, HAL’s LUH underwent a successful test flight, showcasing its capabilities for both military and civilian applications.
- HTT-40 Basic Trainer Aircraft
Delivery Timeline: HAL is set to deliver the first batch of HTT-40 trainers in FY 2025-26, with 12 units planned for the year.
🌐 Strategic Initiatives & Collaborations
International Expansion: HAL established a regional office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in July 2023 to enhance defense industrial collaboration in Southeast Asia.
Civil Aviation MRO: The Nashik facility has expanded into civilian aircraft maintenance, successfully overhauling Embraer E-175 and E-145 aircraft for private airlines.
Joint Ventures: HAL formed a joint venture with Safran Helicopter Engines, France, in November 2023 to develop engines for the Indian Multi Role Helicopter (IMRH).
🔬 Research & Development
R&D Investment: HAL invested ₹2,826 crore in R&D during FY 2024, accounting for 10.04% of its turnover.
Intellectual Property: The company filed 186 Intellectual Property Right (IPR) applications in the year, bringing its total to 2,413 filings, with 1,026 IPRs granted to date.
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