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Oil & Gas | Small Cap
Health Score : 2.93Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd, operating in the Power & Utilities sector, exhibits a mixed financial performance. The company demonstrates strong solvency due to its high equity ratio and minimal debt. Growth prospects are robust, driven by significant increases in operating profit, EPS, and asset growth. Coverage ratios are also solid, particularly concerning interest coverage. However, the company faces challenges in liquidity, efficiency, financial metrics, and profitability. Its liquidity ratios are poor, indicating difficulties in meeting short-term obligations. Efficiency is hampered by low turnover ratios and high days sales in inventory. Profitability metrics like gross profit margin and net margin are also weak. The company's financial ratios, such as adjusted EPS and book value per share, need improvement to ensure sustained financial health.
Health Score : 2.93Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd, operating in the Power & Utilities sector, exhibits a mixed financial performance. The company demonstrates strong solvency due to its high equity ratio and minimal debt. Growth prospects are robust, driven by significant increases in operating profit, EPS, and asset growth. Coverage ratios are also solid, particularly concerning interest coverage. However, the company faces challenges in liquidity, efficiency, financial metrics, and profitability. Its liquidity ratios are poor, indicating difficulties in meeting short-term obligations. Efficiency is hampered by low turnover ratios and high days sales in inventory. Profitability metrics like gross profit margin and net margin are also weak. The company's financial ratios, such as adjusted EPS and book value per share, need improvement to ensure sustained financial health.
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14.75
Industry Median
11.42
Small Cap Median
14.16
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14.16
P/B RATIO
1.53
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2.13
EV/EBITDA RATIO
7.97
The Calculations Shown Above Are Based on the Last Traded Price (LTP) of ₹157.58 as on Aug 24, 2026.
Growth Score : 4.00The company's growth prospects are strong. The Operating Profit Growth Rate and Earnings Per Share (EPS) Growth are high, reflecting significant improvements in profitability. The Asset Growth Rate is also solid, indicating expansion of the company's asset base. However, the Revenue Growth Rate and Net Income Growth Rate are minimal, suggesting that revenue and net income have not kept pace with other growth metrics. Addressing these areas is crucial for sustained overall growth.
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Earnings Per Share (EPS) GrowthExcellentAsset Growth RateWeakNet Income Growth RatePoor| Growth Ratios | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 |
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| Revenue Growth Rate | -43.56 | 36.84 | 257.69 | 34.23 | -43.79 |
| Operating Profit Growth Rate | -56 | 41.82 | 300 | -0.96 | -43.69 |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS) Growth | -61.15 | -62.62 | 871.52 | 16.7 | -34.99 |
| Asset Growth Rate | N/A | 28.86 | 21.15 | 5.46 | 0.56 |
| Net Income Growth Rate | -61.59 | -62.26 | 870 | 16.49 | -34.96 |
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| NO | Company Name | Health Score | P/E Ratio | Valuation | OPM | EPS | Latest Profit & Loss |
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| 1 | Jindal Drilling & Industries Ltd | 6.31 | 8.68 | Neutral | 349.00 | 59.56 | 211.00 |
| 2 | Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd | 2.93 | 14.16 | Neutral | 173.00 | 8.29 | 147.00 |
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Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd (HOEC) is an Indian independent oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) company. It is engaged in discovering, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas across various onshore and offshore blocks in India, playing a role in the domestic energy sector.
P/E Ratio (TTM): Price to Earnings ratio shows how much an investor pays for every rupee of the company's earnings. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's P/E ratio (TTM) is 14.75, compared to the industry median of 11.42 and large cap median of 14.16.
P/B Ratio: Price to Book ratio compares a company's market price to its book value per share. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's P/B ratio is 1.53, compared to the industry median of 1.27 and large cap median of 1.53.
P/S Ratio: Price to Sales ratio compares a company's market value to its total revenue. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's P/S ratio is 4.94, compared to the industry median of 3.28 and large cap median of 4.71.
PEG Ratio: PEG ratio adjusts the P/E ratio for expected earnings growth. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's PEG ratio is 2.13.
EV/EBITDA Ratio: This ratio compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's EV/EBITDA ratio is 7.97.
Return on Equity (ROE): ROE measures how much profit a company generates from shareholders' invested capital. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's ROE is 11.13%.
Return on Assets (ROA): ROA measures how efficiently a company converts its assets into net profit. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's ROA is 8.87%.
Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): ROCE measures how efficiently a company generates profit from all the capital it employs. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's ROCE is 11.55%.
Operating Margin: Operating margin shows what percentage of revenue remains after covering operating expenses. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's operating margin is 41.33%.
Net Margin: Net margin shows what percentage of revenue converts into final net profit. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's net margin is 34.92%.
Current Ratio: The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using short-term assets. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's current ratio is 1.22.
Debt to Equity Ratio: This ratio shows the proportion of debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.03.
Interest Coverage Ratio: This ratio shows how easily a company can pay interest on its outstanding debt from its operating earnings. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's interest coverage ratio is 7.82.
Dividend Per Share (DPS): DPS shows the total dividend paid per share in the latest financial year. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's DPS is ₹0.
Earnings Per Share (EPS): EPS shows how much profit is allocated to each outstanding share. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's EPS is -34.99.
(Source line: "Ratios as of 24 Aug 2026, based on last traded price of ₹157.58. Data sourced from BSE/NSE Exchange Filings & Public Terminal Data.")
Founded: 1986
Headquarters: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Core Offerings: Crude oil production, Natural gas production, Hydrocarbon exploration, Field development
Stock Listing: NSE (HINDOILEXP), BSE (500186)
Promoter: Professionally Managed, widely held
1986: Incorporated as Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Limited. 1992: Listed on Indian stock exchanges, becoming a public limited company. Early 2000s: Began production from its first operated asset, the PY-1 gas field in offshore Cauvery Basin. 2016: Acquired a 25% participating interest in the B80 offshore field (Cambay Basin), significantly expanding its portfolio. 2019: Commenced commercial production from the B80 field, a major milestone for crude oil and gas output. Present: Continues focus on optimizing production from existing assets and exploring new opportunities across its portfolio of onshore and offshore blocks.
| Segment Name | Revenue % | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|
| Oil & Gas Exploration & Production | 100% | N/A (company-wide EBITDA) |
Hydrocarbon Exploration & Production: Engaged in the full lifecycle of oil and gas assets, from exploration and appraisal to development and production of crude oil and natural gas.
Diverse Asset Portfolio: Operates and holds interests in various onshore blocks (e.g., Cambay Basin, Assam) and offshore blocks (e.g., PY-1 in Cauvery Basin, B80 in Cambay Basin) within India.
Strategic Focus: Aims to maximize value from existing discoveries, optimize production from mature fields, and bring new discoveries to commercial fruition to enhance reserves and production volumes.
Mr. R. J. Shah: Non-Executive Chairman. Mr. P. Elango: Managing Director & CEO. An industry veteran with over three decades of experience in the oil and gas sector, having held various leadership and technical roles.
HOEC Bharat Energy Private Limited (Wholly Owned Subsidiary)
Geopetrol International Inc. (Mauritius) (Wholly Owned Subsidiary)
No major recent corporate actions on record.
The Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd share price today is ₹157.58 on NSE (HINDOILEXP), as of 25 Aug 2026.
As of 24 Aug 2026, Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd share price is ₹157.58, with previous close ₹157.58. Today's range is ₹157.58 to ₹157.58. The 52-week range is ₹157.58 to ₹157.58.
As of today, Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's market cap is ₹2,080.06 crore (Small Cap).
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's current P/E ratio is 14.75, compared to the OIL & GAS sector average of 26.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's current P/B ratio is 1.53.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's current dividend yield is N/A. Last dividend of ₹0.50 per share was declared on 20-Feb-2024.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd's EPS (TTM) is ₹-34.99.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd (HOEC) is an Indian independent oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) company. It is engaged in discovering, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas across various onshore and offshore blocks in India, playing a role in the domestic energy sector.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd is promoted by Professionally Managed, widely held, holding 74.03% as of 24 Aug 2026.
Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd is listed on NSE (HINDOILEXP) and BSE (500186). Its next quarterly results are expected on Q1 FY25 (July/August 2024).