NALCO Reports 28% Profit Rise and Declares Rs 4.50 Interim Dividend for Q2 FY27
National Aluminium Company Ltd (NALCO) reported a 28% year-on-year rise in standalone profit after tax to Rs 1,835 crore for Q2 FY27, driven by a 26.3% increase in revenue to Rs 5,419 crore. The aluminium segment saw a 44.6% revenue growth and a 73% jump in segment profit, while the chemicals business experienced declines. Total expenses rose 25.4%, with higher raw material and power costs. The board approved an interim dividend of Rs 4.50 per share for FY27.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 36/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thefinancialexpress broke this story on 2 Nov, 04:49 pm. Other outlets followed.
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