Graphite Stock: Graphite India and HEG Limited shares shows a massive rally in today’s stock market session. Graphite India share price went up by over 15%, while HEG stock gained more attention with hold over 7% during the intraday session on today Monday, May 19, 2025.
But why stock shows a sudden spike in graphite stocks?
Why Graphite Stocks Jump Today?
The main reason behind today’s strong rally is a global development. The Resonac Holdings, a leading Japanese company that makes graphite electrodes, has decided to stop its operations in China and Malaysia. This move is due to low profits caused by cheap Chinese products.
Since graphite electrodes are most important for steel making using Electric Arc Furnaces (EAF), this change reduces most of global supply. That’s great news for Indian companies like Graphite India and HEG, as it could lead to higher demand and better pricing.
Graphite India’s Strong Q4 Results
On 15th May 2025, In last week , Graphite India posted strong Q4 results
- Net profit: ₹50 crore in Q4 FY25 (compared to ₹16 crore in Q4 FY24)
- Revenue: ₹723 crore in Q4 FY25 (slightly down from ₹792 crore from last year)
- Yearly income FY25: ₹2,998 crore (₹3,254 crore in FY24)
Showing the slight dip in revenue but company show solid growth in profits which boosted its investor confidence.
HEG Q4 Results Coming Soon
HEG Limited is expected to release its March Q4 quarter earnings today May 19, 2025. But the stock price already moved up in before results showing massive rally. HEG is known for having one of the world’s largest graphite electrode plants and exports more than 30 countries.
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Industry Outlook
The future for graphite electrode stocks looks trade in very discounted prices in India. According to K. K. Bangur, Chairman of Graphite India:
“Graphite electrode prices are under pressure, but raw material costs remain high. Still, our export portfolio across many countries helps us manage risks. With the shift towards Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steel-making, demand for electrodes will rise.”
As of now, 28% of the world’s steel is made using EAFs. By 2030, this is expected to grow to 41%, which will increase the need for graphite electrodes.
About the Companies
Graphite India is the largest graphite electrode manufacturing company in India with plants in Durgapur, Nashik, and even in Germany
HEG Limited with a massive plant in Madhya Pradesh which exports over 70% of its production globally.
Market Recap
| Company | Today Gain % | NSE Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Graphite India Ltd | 13.36% | ₹561.10 |
| HEG Ltd | 7.14% | ₹525.65 |
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